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Tour of the Mosaics of Ravenna Discover Byzantine Art
Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
$181.63
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Overview
Ravenna, a jewel of Byzantine art, invites you to discover its splendid mosaics on a walking tour of about two and a half hours. Let yourself be guided by an official guide expert in the history of Ravenna. Discover the history hidden behind the mosaics of the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. Visit the Tomb of Dante and cross the beating heart of the city, the lively Piazza del Popolo. Admire the extraordinary works of Justinian and Theodora in the Basilica of San Vitale and let yourself be enchanted by the mystical beauty of the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.
- A walking tour of about 2h30 with a Byzantine art expert
- Visit the main attractions such as the Basilica of San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
- Discover the history of Ravenna and its rich culture through the mosaics
- Suitable for solo travelers, families, and small groups up to a maximum of 12 people
- A walking tour of about 2h30 with a Byzantine art expert
- Visit the main attractions such as the Basilica of San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
- Discover the history of Ravenna and its rich culture through the mosaics
- Suitable for solo travelers, families, and small groups up to a maximum of 12 people
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Tour of the Mosaics of Ravenna Discover Byzantine Art
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Guided tour led by a certified guide specializing in Roman and Byzantine mosaics
- Cumulative ticket for monument entry
Meeting point
The Basilica is in the historic center, at Via di Roma 53, it is a 5-minute walk from the train station. In front of the Basilica there is a portico, we are under it.
Return details
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Basilica di Sant'Apollinare NuovoHere we will meet and buy the tickets for the monuments together (excluded from the Viator cost, they cost 11.50 euros per person). I will give you a brief introduction to the history of Ravenna and we will visit this splendid Basilica built by the Ostrogothic king Theodoric.
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Tomba di DanteWe will see the Tomb of the Great Poet, author of the Divine Comedy, born in Florence but died in Ravenna in 1321. You will discover the incredible story of Dante's bones.
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Piazza del PopoloWe will see the central square of Ravenna, a meeting place for citizens for a coffee and a chat, enhanced by historic buildings and Venetian columns.
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We will talk about the typical products in this indoor Point of Sale in the heart of the city. We will see the pasta makers at work in the creation of fresh pasta, including the traditional Romagnoli cappelletti, we will see what piadina is and I will give some suggestions for lunch or dinner.
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Mausoleo di Galla PlacidiaWe will visit a casket of rare beauty, the tomb of the Roman empress Galla Placidia. The mosaics have been preserved in this place for a good 1600 years.
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Basilica di San VitaleLet's conclude in style with this majestic masterpiece of Byzantine art. It is a 6th-century basilica that still allows us to be moved today by admiring the skill of the artisans and the numerous symbolisms contained within the mosaics.
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Tour of the Mosaics of Ravenna Discover Byzantine Art
Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
$181.63
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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