Wonderful Ravenna, visit 3 UNESCO sites with a local guide on a private tour
Overview
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2 hours
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During this Private Tour Silvia will make you discover the extraordinary history of the most important UNESCO sites in the city of Ravenna, from the fall of the Western Roman Empire to the Byzantine rule. Ravenna in the space of only 200 years was nominated capital three times and today its perfectly preserved mosaics leave us breathless, taking us back to the ancient glories of a bygone era. During this visit, immersed in the evocative half-light, you will have the opportunity to observe the majesty of the mosaics in a completely unique and special atmosphere outside of satiety and time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Basilica di San Vitale
Byzantine Basilica built at the beginning of the 6th century
Mausoleo di Galla Placidia
Funeral monument erected in the fifth century from Galla Placidia, half-sister of the east and west emperors Arcadius and Honorius
Options
Small groups, families
What‘s Included
Licensed Tour Guide
Basilica of San Vitale
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
46 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best way to appreciate the beauties of Ravenna.
PetitPoissonRebelle,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a private guided tour of Ravenna with Silvia, covering 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites (out of the 8 located in Ravenna) as well as a visit to a mosaic workshop. From our first email exchanges, Silvia clearly explained what was included or not in the tour and offered us the option to adjust it to fit our preferences. She then recommended that we buy tickets for the various sites, specifying the times to choose so that the tour would proceed smoothly. On the day of the visit, she was punctual and began by giving us a brief history of the city to better understand who or what event Ravenna should thank for the construction of so many magnificent sites. These sites are already breathtaking, but her explanations make them extremely more interesting. Silvia is very friendly, her French is excellent, and she knows her city thoroughly. She points out the small details of the mosaics that we might have missed so that we better understand the context in which they were created. The visit to the workshop also allowed us to see artisans at work and the various techniques used. At the end of the visit, she advised us on the places to see based on the time we had left in Ravenna and recommended an excellent seafood restaurant. These 3 hours passed very quickly in pleasant company and in good spirits. We recommend Silvia to anyone who wants to make the most of the city.
Ravenna Mosaics revealed in detail!
kevinbJ6926HG,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Met us at the train station after a 1 hour delay with our train; very understanding of the challenges of train travel in Italy. Very knowledgeable, spoke English very well. She did a great job of maneuvering us around large crowds on a holiday weekend and provided a skip-the-line experience. Brought the beautiful mosaics of Ravenna historical sites to life with detailed stories of the patrons who provided them, in-depth descriptions of their physical creation and the history of the sites throughout time and many changes in rulers.
Perfect introduction to Ravenna
jamesfC1091AK,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia gave us the perfect introduction to Ravenna's history, architecture and wonderful mosaics. She is a charming companion and has a huge knowledge and love for Ravenna. Absolutely recommended!
Great guide
Flyer24962450662,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia Giogoli excellent driving! Not only very prepared, but also fluid and pleasant in exposure. Absolutely recommended.
Excellent visit
779catherinef779,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our visit with Sylvia pleased us a lot....the sites discovered were exceptional....Sylvia is a very good guide...her explanations suited us perfectly...we spent a pleasant afternoon in her company....still a big thank you do not hesitate to contact her....
A Tour to Remember
Provender2,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Delightful, friendly, local guide who made the wonderful mosaics of Ravenna come alive for us. A wealth of local information and historical knowledge imparted in a straightforward helpful manner. We could not have chosen better.
The mosaics of Ravenna
armandogZ9458XB,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Starting from the end Silvia is VERY GOOD and sunny. Do I recommend a tour led by her? Absolutely! We were a group of 6 people 4 adults a 15-year-old girl and an 11-year-old boy. Appointment at 9:30 for a tour of about 3 hours; she punctual. For the tour I had an idea of what to visit but in the end I took advice from her. I bought the tickets for the entrances before coordinating with her for the entrance times. The tour included: Basilica of San Vitale Mausoleum of Galla Placidia Neonian Baptistery Tomb of Dante Basilica of S Apollinare Nuovo. Before starting, he dedicated about twenty minutes for a brief review of history and to explain the origins of the city of Ravenna, fundamental premises to then understand the explanation of the various places that will be visited. She was engaging capturing the attention of both us adults and kids. The three-hour tour flew. Little gem out of the program, he took us to visit a small workshop where they make mosaics. I repeat, you are very good and your fee is fair. The mosaics of the Basilica of San Vitale are something beyond imagination. If you can, rely on a guide to visit these places.
Very interesting guided tour
198nicolettam,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alternative tour with a fantastic guide! Silvia is extremely prepared and tells the wonders of her city with exceptional professionalism. I recommend his tours!
Fabulous morning tour with Silvia
906fm,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour of Ravenna with Silvia. Her knowledge and enthusiasm were the best way to see and understand the mosaics.
Visit to the mosaics of Ravenna
SergioBetelli,May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia guided us in the visit to the mosaics of Ravenna illustrating them with rare skill and showing an unusual knowledge of the history of the sites visited as well as the history of Ravenna itself. We were very satisfied. Sergio and Francesca
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