Things to Do in Ravenna

The guides of Il Papavero are able to adapt the tour to every need and type of clientele, always creating a pleasant atmosphere and without weighing down the historical-artistic explanations. It will be an unforgettable tour!

On this private guided walking tour you'll explore the fascinating city of Ravenna, known for its well-preserved late Roman and Byzantine architecture and for its 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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.

Want to enjoy a unique and fun experience? Take part in a mosaic course in an authentic artisan workshop. You'll take home your mosaic as a souvenir of Ravenna!

*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 (just if you won't need a stop for lunch) 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. * Would you like to have a traditional Italian meal’s experience? We can organize lunch in wine cellars or in the farms. This is a highly recommended experience, especially for the wine lovers.

Enjoy a guided walking tour of Ravenna and admire Christian and Byzantine mosaics from the 5th and 6th centuries. See highlights, such as the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia and the Church of St. Vitale.

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. *INCLUDING* - Pick up & Drop-off from Bologna downtown - Transfers by comfortable A/C private vehicle - Certified 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 Certified travel Agency *THE ITINERARY* - 9.30 am pick up from Bologna downtown, 1 hour drive to Brisighella - Olive Oil Tasting - Clock Tower & Donkey Alley visit, we'll walk through the scenic Donkey Alley - Lunch at Selected Typical Restaurant (2. course plus wine) - Drive to Dozza, stroll through the colourful Historic Center and visit the 14th Century Rocca. - 5.30 pm Drop off in Bologna downtown

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.

Welcome to Ravenna, a city rich in history, culture, and gastronomy. We will embark on a guided tour of Ravenna's famous landmarks and combine it with a culinary journey through the city's traditional cuisine. We will visit Cappella di San Vitale, Mausoleo di Galla Placidia and Sant Apollinare Nuovo that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Now, it's time to dive into the culinary delights of Ravenna. We will start with a traditional snacks like piadina, salami, and cheese. Afterward, we will taste some of Ravenna's famous pasta dishes, such as cappelletti al ragu or with vegetables sauce. To finish our tour, we will visit a local icecream shop to taste some of the city's famous icecream. In conclusion, this guided tour of Ravenna combined with a gastronomic journey is the perfect way to experience the city's history, culture, and culinary traditions. Join us and indulge in the flavors of Emilia-Romagna.

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.

First stop is Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, a basilica famous for its vibrant mosaics and striking architecture. Originally a Palatine Chapel, it later became a place of worship. The mosaics depict biblical scenes from both the Old and New Testaments, including the famous Procession of the Magi, showcasing the journey of the wise men to meet the baby Jesus. Next, we visit the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its mosaics, create a mesmerizing, ethereal atmosphere. Don’t miss the remarkable Good Shepherd mosaic, a powerful Christian symbol. We then explore the Basilica of San Vitale, a true Byzantine masterpiece. The intricate mosaics, including the iconic depictions of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora, highlight the grandeur of the period. Finally, we visit the Battistero Neoniano, renowned for its early Christian mosaics. - Admission tickets (12,50€) not included, our guide will assist you with the purchase -

WE’LL VISIT A FAMOUS WINERY, EXPLORE WITH A CERTIFIED AGRONOMIST ITS WINE & BARREL CELLAR, TASTE 5 TYPICAL WINES PAIRED WITH 5 REGIONAL SPECIALTIES, VISIT DOZZA AND TRY THE REAL ITALIAN GELATO!

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.

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”.

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.

As a native of Ravenna, Silvia loves her city's rich history. Her studies at the Academy of Fine Art of Ravenna help her create tours that introduce visitors to Ravenna's art and mosaics.

Discover the beauty of Ravenna's UNESCO mosaics with this guided tour. The eternal beauty of the mosaics kept inside some of the most famous UNESCO monuments of Ravenna, on a small group guided tour of the city center, and the UNESCO monuments known throughout the world. When booking, choose whether to start the tour directly from Ravenna, or whether to leave from Bologna by train, purchasing the option with return train tickets included.

We offer private transfer from the Ravenna Cruise Terminal to the Bologna airport.

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.

Embark on a trip from Rome to Montepulciano, Assisi, and Trasimeno Lake. Enjoy your lunch at a traditional winery, explore the charming streets of Montepulciano and the Basilica of Saint Francis.

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Ravenna, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Ravenna! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more! What are you waiting for?

Join Chef Massimiliano for a cooking class in the heart of Romagna. Learn how to prepare classic Romagnola seafood recipes using local ingredients.

Book your Private Transfer from Ravenna city or Cruise Port to Venice+ water taxi. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport/port transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. Meeting with a Nameplate. We track your Flight. Door-to-door Service. No Hidden Charges. Clean cars & Professional drivers.

Discover the picturesque region of Umbria on a day trip from Florence. Visit the charming town of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the city center of Orvieto.

Take a wander through the last capital of the Western Roman Empire, the capital of the kingdom of the Goths and the Byzantine exarchate. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll also get a taste of the power of the great republic of Venice as well as the 19th century Italian Risorgimento, all the while accompanied by some of the most famous mosaics in the world in the presence of many UNESCO heritage sites. The tour starts in ancient Rome, with the mausoleum of Galla Placidia and then takes you after the fall to the Basilica of San Vitale. We then head through the middle ages to the 19th century, as we move to Piazza del Popolo. Afterwards, we head back to the time of the Gothic domination with the Baptistry of the Ariana before going to see an elaborate cover-up operation in the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuova. Finally, we pay a visit to the mortal remains of the great poet Dante Alighieri, father of the Italian language.

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

On this 3-hour private guided tour of Ravenna, your expert guide will show you the most important treasures of the city. You'll explore some of its most famous sites and admire the stunning mosaics all around you. Marvel at the early Christian and Byzantine mosaics in the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the Battistero Neoniano, the Arcivescovile Museum and the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo. Walk along the streets of the old town and stop to explore the picturesque Piazza del Popolo and the Dante area, or 'Area of Silence'. In fact, the exiled Florentine Dante died in Ravenna on 13 September 1321.

Book a private transfer from the Ravenna Cruise Terminal to Venice. Our private transfer service will transport you in a comfortable vehicle

What is luxury, if not being welcomed, transported and assisted by a personal driver? We aim, together with men and women experts in the subtle art of passenger transport, to put you, our customer, at the center of the scene. For us, each client is unique and each of our transfers is designed exactly around what your needs and desires are.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Assisi and Cortona, two enchanting cities in central Italy. Discover their rich history, stunning architecture and breathtaking landscapes on a day trip from Florence

Ravenna is known worldwide as the Capital of Mosaics. During this half-day tour you will discover why this medium-sized town has earned its nickname and popularity visiting some of its beautifully-preserved World Heritage sites. You will get a general idea of the most important historical periods that marked the history and architecture of the town, making Ravenna three times capital and, most importantly, you will discover the beauty of the unique mosaics, becoming familiar with the main iconography features of early Christian mosaics.

We offer private transfer from the airport to the Ravenna Cruise Terminal.

Ravenna, known as the city of mosaics has to be one of the most fascinating cities in the world. Join us for an enchanting journey into Ravenna’s past! Discover with us its well-preserved architecture dating from the Roman and Byzantine periods. This is a 3 hours private tour led by a professional and fully authorized tour guide that will provide an insight into the past of this small, charming town!

Discover the beauty and wonders of early Christian UNESCO monuments, including private transportation

Even just a half day visit is enough to enjoy the best of what the astonishing city of Ravenna has to offer. Discover the Early-Christian and Byzantine mosaics of the 5th and 6th centuries and you will be fascinated!

Arrive at Ravenna port, enjoy a walking guided tour of stunning UNESCO sites, savor lunch or relax, then continue to Venice with a private transfer to Marco Polo Airport or Piazzale Roma.

Ravenna: a treasure of the Mediterranean: A hidden world of mosaics and underground crypts, the absolute pearl of art of Emilia Romagna region. Several populations estabilished on the sandy Adriatic coast. This endless territory of marsh, wetlands, lagoons, swamps, despite being partially unhealthy, turned out to be the perfect shelter for a craddle of civilization. The pines of the coast started to be exploited by romans to build their undefeatable fleet. Our tour will be as rich in detail and complete as possible, in order to let you dive into this golden age, and let you travel back in time with your mind and your senses.

YOU’LL BE ABLE TO VISIT RAVENNA, THE CITY OF MOSAICS, AND HAVE A TYPICAL SEAFOOD LUNCH ON THE BEACH IN ONE DAY! *Tour is PRIVATE* I will Pick you up directly in Bologna downtown with a A/C car.

Once you've seen Ravenna Mosaics, you won't forget them. Observe the details and jump into the stories they tell. Taste Ravenna's seafood cuisine like Fried sardines or curzul with clams. Discover the ingredients of the famous Romagna friendliness in an ancient tavern: Piadina and Sangiovese!

Book a one way private transfer from Ravenna's Cruise Port or City to Treiso Airport (TSF). Travel safely in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.

You will be amazed by the stunning mosaics. Ravenna is a treasure trove which unveils eight UNESCO World Heritage monuments. You will appreciate the Ravennate atmosphere and feel to be part of the history. Visit of the byzantine Basilica of San Vitale, the roman Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo built by the king Theodoric, the Tomb of the major Italian poet Dante Alighieri. You will have the chance to step into a mosaic workshop, have a coffee break in a peaceful café and see the flooded crypt of the Basilica of Saint Francis. All with a local passionate and experienced tour guide.

Start your trip with ease and book a private transfer from Ravenna Cruise Terminal to Marco Polo Airport. This door-to-door service will transport you and your family in a comfortable vehicle.

Book your Private Departure Transfer from Ravenna City or Cruise Port to Venice Airport (VCE). Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. Meeting with a Nameplate We track your Flight Door-to-door Service No Hidden Charges Clean cars & Professional drivers

Book a one-way, private transfer from the Venice Airport to the city of Ravenna or its cruise port. Travel safely with a professional driver in a spacious and an air-conditioned vehicle.

This is a 5 hours private walking tour that includes all the major monuments and attractions of Ravenna, our professional tour guide will lead you to discover all the beauties of this charming town. Since this is a private tour, we encourage our clients to share their interests and desires in order to personalize the itinerary as much as possible. Being a walking tour will be sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

Book a one-way private transfer from Ravenna city or Cruise Port to Venice City (water boat included). Travel safely in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.

Many prominent artists loved Ravenna, just to mention a few: Lord Byron and Mary Shelly, Oscar Wilde, Sigmund Freud, Herman Hesse, Gustav Klimt and many, many others… our knowledgeable English speaking tour guide will help you to see what they saw and feel what they felt in our 3 hours private walking tour. Enjoy the beauty of the finest Byzantine mosaics of the: Baptistry of Neon, Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, Arian Baptistry, Archiepiscopal Chapel, Basilica of Sant'Apollinare, Mausoleum of Theodoric, Basilica of San Vitale. Art and history are not the only attractions if Ravenna, the town is also a foodie paradise, we couldn’t arrange the ideal tour without including the tasting of a local specialty such as the piadina, a flatbread filled with cured meet and/or soft and fresh cheese. Now the experience is truly perfect and you will also say, quoting the Great Poet, “the beauty I saw”!

Book a one way private transfer from Treviso Airport (TSF) to Venice, Piazzale Roma. Travel safely in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.

Ravenna boasts a very important artistic heritage, cultural richness and historical roots. A visit could not possibly exclude the discovery of its most important treasures. Literally, Ravenna is a place that must be seen piece by piece. And it could not be otherwise, given the amount of mosaics (famously made of tiles) that this locality preserves. With this activity, accompanied by a 100% local guide you will go around the city streets discovering all its important historical vicissitudes that mix distant eras, Empires, Barbarian poets and great stories of conquests and conspiracies. You won't have to think about anything as admission to major monuments such as the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, that to the Basilica of St. Apollinare Nuovo and others will already be booked for you. 3 hours is by no means enough to discover all the city and the card we booked for you gives you access to many other interesting places such as monuments and museums even after the tour.

Book a Round Trip private transfer from Ravenna City or Cruise Port to Venice, piazzale Roma. Travel safely in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.