Itinerary

1. Basilica of Saint Apollinare Nuovo to Basilica of Saint Francis

   • The tour will start at the Basilica of Saint Apollinare Nuovo, witnessing the barbarian domination dating back to the late V century.
   • Walk through the town center reaching Piazza del Popolo, Ravenna main square, and discover the traces of the Venetian period.
   • Reach on foot the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, built to house the Roman empress' remains. This small building will impress you with the beauty of its mosaics, representing the classical Roman style.
   • Next, the Basilica of San Vitale is probably the most relevant Byzantine church of the West and the most famous UNESCO monument in Ravenna. Here, discover the main characteristics of Byzantine mosaics.
   • Visit the Neonian Baptistery, said to be the most ancient monument in town, dating back to the early V century.
   • Marvel at the Chapel of Saint Andrew, beautifully decorated with mosaics, was the private chapel of the Christian bishops where they went to pray. It is the only Christian building built during the Arian period.
   • See the Arian Baptistery, built in the late 5th century by the Goths dominating the town.
   • See the Mausoleum of Theodoric, an impressive tomb in memory of the Goths sovereign particularly studied for its architecture.
   • See the Basilica of Saint Apollinare in Classe, decorated with unique Byzantine mosaics, located close to the ancient port.
   • Visit Dante Alighieri's tomb and the Basilica of Saint Francis located in the so-called zona Dantesca, an area dedicated to the Great Poet where the citizens of Ravenna keep silent to respect his memory.