Tours & Activities in Ravenna

The guided tour of Ravenna will start from the church of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo of the VI century realized by the Theodoric King of Arian religion. The second stage will be the Dante area also called the "zone of silence" dedicated to the cult and memory of Dante Alighieri. The tour continues towards the Neonian Baptistery. After the baptistery it will be the turn of Palazzo Rasponi from the heads of the Ravenna family of "Rasponi". The tour concludes with the wonderful Basilica of San Vitale of the 6th century, testimony of the Roman-Byzantine empire reunified after the Aryan period. With an octagonal central plan, the church still preserves the splendid scenes of the Old Testament and the famous panels of the imperial couple Justinian and Theodora of the Eastern Roman Empire. Next to the Basilica of San Vitale we will visit the Mausoleum of the Roman Empress Galla Placidia of the 5th century, rich in unique mosaic decorations.

Book a private transfer from Bologna Airport (BLQ) to/from Ravenna Cruise Port. Travel safely in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host Silvia, a tour guide since 2000 who learned how to cook from her grandmother. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in a local home kitchen where Silvia will teach you how to make 2-3 traditional Italian dishes from their family recipes. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together in your host's home in Ravenna. • Pasta making and cooking lesson in a local home • Introduction to Italy's say culture and cuisine • 100% private activity • Experience Italian hospitality in a residential Emilia Romagna neighborhood • Vegetarian and gluten free options available

Immerse yourself in a four-course private dining experience, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic recipes

Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

Discover the port town of Cesenatico and stop at Sant'Apollinare Basilica on this e-bike day trip to the city of Ravenna. Ride along a picturesque canal that was designed by Leonardo da Vinci.

Visit the center of San Marino and its monuments Go shopping in the historic shops Enjoy a relaxing lunch

Visit Ducati World, Dinoland, Far West Valley, and other themed areas with an entry ticket for Mirabilandia Park in Ravenna. Check out the Hall of Victories and other exhibits in the Ferrari Museum.

*Discover beauty and wonders of the UNESCO monuments* In this tour we are going to visit 5 stunnig UNESCO monuments of Ravenna, which feature sparkling and precious mosaics from the early Christianity. I will lead you through the wonder of the precious mosaics of Ravenna, telling you about the characters depicted, the symbols, and the religious politics behind them. I'll let you discover and delve into the unexpected atmosphere. The radiance and colours of the ancient mosaics will allow you to feel how worshippers felt centuries ago. Statement of Outstanding Universal Value by UNESCO: "The early Christian religious monuments in Ravenna are of outstanding significance by virtue of the supreme artistry of the mosaic art that they contain, and also because of the crucial evidence that they provide of artistic and religious relationships and contacts at an important period of European cultural history". *Monuments admission fees are NOT included.

Experience the famous Pasta and Tiramisu in a local home under the guidance of an expert home cook. Cook and taste the most iconic Italian dishes together with other lovers of the “cucina italiana”.

If you are traveling on a cruise ship ending in the port of Ravenna, this shore excursion will be perfect for you! We pick up all passengers with their luggage directly at the Ravenna port and bring them to the magnificent city of Venice. In Venice we will securely store your luggage and take you on an exciting, unique adventure - skipping walking and crowds! You will be taken by a beautiful private boat to the heart of Venice - the St. Mark's Square. See the most famous sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Market, the Basilica and the Doge Palace. This extraordinary way of exploring Venice will allow you to see this beautiful city the way it was meant to be seen - from the water, whilst avoiding walking long distances in the crowds and heat. At the St. Mark's Square you will also experience the world-famous gondola ride, in private, intimate groups of max 5 people. At the end of the tour, we will bring you back to your luggage and help you get to your next destination.

The Collection of Contemporary Mosaics forms a vital part of the artistic heritage of the city. It traces the evolution of the mosaics technique in Ravenna and fosters the engagement of many artists.

*Experience for your private party* Explore the art, culture and medieval history of Italy on this private 8 hrs tour. Discover the delights of Tuscany on a private day trip from Florence. With a knowledgeable English-speaking private driver, travel through the renowned Chianti wine region to visit the towns of Siena, the fortress of Monteriggioni and San Gimignano. See world-famous landmarks like Siena’s Piazza del Campo, home to the annual Palio horserace, and the medieval hilltop towers of San Gimignano. • Our drivers are all extremely familiar with Tuscany and with the main destinations. They will always share historical information, curiosities and traditions about the area of the sightseeing and they are available at any needs. * With agreements during the reservation we can organize lunch in wine cellars or in the farms. This is a highly recommended experience, especially for the wine lover.

Visit Ravenna, the city of mosaics, on a private guided tour. Discover the most important highlights, including the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, and the Baptistery of Neon.

Save yourself the stress of figuring out local public transport routes and make travelling between Ravenna Porto Corsini Cruise Terminal and Bologna Airport a breeze with this private transfer service. No need to worry about fixed times – the pickup is customized to your schedule and arranged in a time slot that suits you. After meeting your driver at Porto Corsini Cruise Terminal, sit back, relax and enjoy door-to-door service to Bologna Airport. We take care of you and your belongings from departure to arrival. We offer a premium service with professional drivers and a premium Mercedes-Benz minivan.

Explore Ravenna with your family on this private kid-friendly tour and see its main wonders, such as the Basilica of San Vitale, the Chapel of St. Andrew and the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo.

The eternal beauty of the mosaics of some of the most famous Unesco monuments of Ravenna, in a tour that starting from Piazza San Francesco, will wind along the streets of the historic center.

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YOU’LL BE ABLE TO VISIT 2 OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VILLAGES IN ITALY, JUST IN ONE DAY! It would be like coming back in the Middle Age for real! *Tour is PRIVATE* Ideal for families, group of friends, couples, solo travelers... *INCLUDING* - Pick-up & drop-off from Bologna - Transfers by comfortable private vehicle - Certified English speaker Tour Leader born and raised in the area - Lunch at Selected Typical Restaurant - Olive Oil Tasting in Brisighella, recognised as one of the “Best in the World” - Insurance coverage guaranteed by a Certified Travel Agency *THE ITINERARY* - 9.30 am Pick up from Bologna Downtown, 1 hour drive to Brisighella - Olive Oil Tasting - Rocca di Brisighella & Clock Tower visit, we’ll walk through the scenic “Donkey Alley” - Lunch at Selected Typical Restaurant - Drive to Dozza, where Art becomes Urban Landscape Stroll through the colourful Historic Center and visit the 14th Century Rocca. - 5.30 pm Drop off at Bologna

Enjoy a comfortable and unique transfer between Florence and Venice, stopping to explore another part of Italy along the way. Make the most of your transfer time, taking 3 hours to visit a city of your choice, such as Bologna, Ferrara, Padova, or Ravenna.

Take part in our guided tours that will take you on a pleasant walk along the main streets of the historic center of Ravenna to discover the most evocative and significant corners, famous people, anecdotes, food and wine and street art. A guided tour that starts from the Tomb of Dante Alighieri, and then deepens the rich heritage of the city, of which the 8 Unesco monuments are only the flagship. Ravenna with its basilicas, baptisteries and mausoleums tells us about a glorious past as a protagonist, in which it was capital 3 times. Entering the historic center, small buildings adorned with portals, mullioned windows, balconies and arcades, testify to the building renovation carried out during the Venetian domination. Not to mention the fact that for centuries, Ravenna welcomed illustrious people who were profitable poets and ingenious revolutionaries in these lands. So much so that even today Ravenna continues to be a source of such great inspiration.

Visit Bologna and discover its secrets by following the scents of food with typical tastings and entering the historic university of Bologna

On this private tour of Ravenna your guide will show you the most important treasures of the city that features 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You'll explore some of its most important sites and admire the stunning mosaics all around you. The tour will take place for about 2.5-hour in the morning, then you can enjoy a lunch (independently), after which you'll meet your guide again and continue the tour for another 2 to 2.5 hours.  You will see the five main mosaics site in town, such as: the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the Battistero Neoniano, the Arcivescovile Museum and the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo. Your guide will then take you to the picturesque Piazza del Popolo. You'll also explore the Dante area, or Area of Silence and get to see Dante's tomb. In fact, the famous exiled Florentine poet died in Ravenna on 13 September 1321. You'll see also Piazza San Francesco and the beautiful Basilica of San Francesco.

Enjoy a private transfer from / to the airport of Bologna to / from Ravenna Cruise Port.

This is a private transfer service for cruise passengers disembarking from Royal Caribbean International "Explorer of the Seas" on destination to Venice Marco Polo airport or the island main car terminal.