Treasures of Ravenna: Masterpieces in Mosaics

You’ve probably heard that Ravenna is well-known for its mosaics, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!

Experience details

• Destination

  Ravenna

• Category

  City highlight tours

• Duration

  2.5 hours

• Mode of transport

  Walking

• Available languages

  Italiano • English

• What's included

  Private Guides • Inclusive ticket valid for 5 Monuments

Here’s an overview of your tour

Your itinerary

• Meeting point

  at the main entrance of the mausoleum

• Culture of the City

  On this private tour, you’ll experience and discover Ravenna through its culture. Whether it’s focused on a tradition, a special part of town with a story to tell, cultural beliefs, or around a cultural activity that shaped the city into what it is - this tour will be a cultural awakening you can’t miss!

• in Ravenna

  Your tour will focus on mosaics , a very important cultural subject in Ravenna. Thanks to your local host, you’ll learn and see how mosaics made an impact in Ravenna, making you experience the city from a different perspective.

• Cultural Highlights

  As you deep dive into the subject of your tour, you’ll make stops to visit unique spots that will give you a full picture of the city. Visit Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, Basilica San Vitale, Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, and more and see how these cultural highlights are part of the local life but have so much history behind them!

• Storytelling Journey

  As you discover the cultural side of Ravenna, you’ll be able to embrace it thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time.

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

• LUANA

  Tour Guide

  LUANA

  4.9

  13 reviews

  I speak

  Italiano • English
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Good to Know

• Tips

  • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
  • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking

• Included

  • Private Guides
  • Inclusive ticket valid for 5 Monuments

• Cancellation

  • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
  • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

• GaryAbout local LUANANovember 2, 2024
  5.0

  Private tour of Ravenna

  "Luana Puccini conducted a private half-day tour of Ravenna for my wife and me. She put together a fantastic itinerary that lead us to the highlights of the town. She advised us on which train to ta... show more

• EllenAbout local LUANAJanuary 20, 2024
  5.0

  Wonderful day in Ravenna

  "Luana was communicative before the tour and super helpful. We met her at Ravenna station and she was incredibly knowledgeable. The itinerary and information provided was communicated clearly and in a... show more

• DeborahAbout local LUANAOctober 11, 2023
  4.0

  What's behind the scenes

  "Luana was very informative about the historical buildings we visited. She was also passionate about Bologna and shared her enthusiasm with us. Her English is also excellent. In the future, we would... show more