Mosaic Tiles - Guided Tour of UNESCO Monuments in Ravenna

Mosaic Tiles - Guided Tour of UNESCO Monuments in Ravenna From EUR 28

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.

Location

Itinerary

WHEN:

every day
check availability and times at the time of booking directly on the calendar

MEETING POINT: 

Tourist Info Point
Piazza San Francesco 7, Ravenna
(please arrive 10 minutes before the departure time)

Directions: the office, located in the heart of the historic center, is near Dante's Tomb and about a 10-minute walk from the train statio

DURATION:

- 2h: Essential Experience

- 3h: Complete Experience

ITINERARY:

- Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo
- Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
- Basilica of San Vitale
- Neonian Baptistery

independent entry and visit:
- Chapel of Sant'Andrea (Archbishop's Museum)

LANGUAGES: 

Italian – daily
English – daily
German – Wednesday
French – Thursday
Spanish – Friday


Language availability may vary: please check the calendar when booking.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

- expert, licensed local guide

- combined entrance ticket to the monuments included in the tour

- radio receivers (please bring your own earphones with jack plug, if possible)

USEFUL INFO:

- 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 (which includes the visit to St Andrew’s Chapel):
included only in the Complete Experience (3h);
not included in the Essential Experience (2h): it is possible to purchase a €2 supplementary ticket at the ticket office, subject to the availability of remaining slots. During peak periods, same-day admission may not be guaranteed.


- 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.

- Special discount:
Get an immediate 20% discount by booking 2 tours at the same time, among those featuring the heart symbol on the cover image and this note in the useful information section.


- 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.

The tour is available in two versions, designed to suit different needs and paces.
 

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 St Andrew’s Chapel are not included.
Upon request, it is possible to add the visit by purchasing a supplementary ticket of €2 directly at the ticket office, subject to availability.
Please note: access to the Archiepiscopal Museum and St Andrew’s Chapel is limited, and availability on the same day cannot be guaranteed.
 


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.

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