Until 7 January – Current tour (3h)
The traditional format remains in place:
- 4 monuments visited with the guide
- 1 monument visited independently at the end of the tour (Archiepiscopal Museum and Chapel of St Andrew)
From 8 January – Two new tour options
From 8 January, the experience evolves into two versions designed for different needs and visiting rhythms.
TESSERE DI MOSAICO – ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE (2h)
A shorter yet fully curated itinerary, perfect for those who prefer a gentler pace without compromising the quality of the visit.
Guided visits to:
- Neonian Baptistery
- Basilica of San Vitale
- Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
Self-guided visit: Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo
Archiepiscopal Museum and Chapel of St Andrew are not included.
Visitors who wish to enter the Museum may do so after the tour by purchasing an additional € 2 ticket at the Musem Arcivescovile ticket office and selecting an available time slot (subject to the Museum’s entry regulations).
TESSERE DI MOSAICO – COMPLETE EXPERIENCE (3h)
The most comprehensive version of the tour, allowing you to explore all five UNESCO monuments included in the combined ticket, always accompanied by the guide.
Guided visits to:
- Chapel of St Andrew (Archiepiscopal Museum)
- Neonian Baptistery
- Basilica of San Vitale
- Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
- Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo
A rich and in-depth experience, ideal for those who want to fully immerse themselves in Ravenna’s history and artistry.
Important booking note
Tour schedules, available languages and time slots may vary depending on the season and day of the week.
When booking, please carefully check and select your preferred tour version (2h Essential Experience or 3h Complete Experience), language and departure time.
Duration
- 2h: Essential Experience
- 3h: Complete Experience
Language
Italian / English / French / German / Spanish
*the service will be carried out by a single guide in all the languages
Your experience in brief
Ravenna is home to one of the world’s most extraordinary collections of ancient mosaics, recognised by UNESCO as a unique testimony to the cultural and spiritual exchanges that shaped early European history.
With Tessere di Mosaico (Mosaic Tiles), an expert local guide will lead you beyond the simple act of looking: you will learn how to read these mosaics, understand what you are seeing and grasp their historical, symbolic and cultural significance. This deeper perspective allows you to appreciate each masterpiece not only for its beauty, but for the meaning it has carried through the centuries.
A perfect tour for solo travellers, couples, families and small groups of friends who wish to enjoy an engaging experience and discover why Ravenna is known as the capital of mosaic art.
Useful information
- Punctuality: please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure. Access to the monuments is regulated, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.- Booking required: tours must be booked and paid for online or at our offices at least 12 hours before the start time.
- Archiepiscopal Museum:
included in the Complete Experience (3h);
not included in the Essential Experience (2h). Visitors may purchase an additional € 2 ticket at the ticket office to enter the Museum after the tour, selecting an available time slot according to the Museum’s entry rules.
- Recommended clothing: comfortable walking shoes and attire suitable for visiting places of worship.
- Access with animals: animals are not permitted inside the monuments.
- High season: we recommend booking early, as places may sell out quickly.
- Voucher: digital vouchers shown on a smartphone are accepted.
- Invoice requests: must be submitted before payment to info@visitravenna.it
- Cancellation policy: full refund for cancellations made at least 72 hours before the tour.Show more
Timetables
| Monday | 10:10 am |
| Tuesday | 10:10 am |
| Wednesday | 10:10 am |
| Thursday | 10:10 am |
| Friday | 10:10 am |
| Saturday | 10:10 am |
| Sunday | 10:10 am |
All year
Accessibility
Accessible service.
For further information, write to: info@bolognawelcome.it
Map
Interests
- Art & Culture
