About this tour
Walk through Ravenna with a knowledgeable local guide who unpacks the Byzantine mosaics that captivated everyone from Byron to Klimt. This 2.5-hour tour hits the city's architectural highlights—the Baptistry of Neon, Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, San Vitale and others—then grounds you in present-day Ravenna with a tasting of piadina, the stuffed flatbread locals have eaten for centuries. Admission and expert commentary included.
Highlights
- Byzantine mosaics across seven major churches and chapels
- Mausoleum of Theodoric and Mausoleum of Galla Placidia interiors
- Local guide explains artistic choices and historical context
- Piadina tasting: cured meat and fresh cheese flatbread
- Small group of up to 14 people maximum
- Suits all fitness levels, no strenuous walking required
What to expect
Expect a steady pace through central Ravenna's key monuments, each stop revealing layers of Byzantine craftsmanship and Early Christian symbolism. Your guide will walk you through the Baptistry of Neon's glittering dome, the Mausoleum's jewel-toned tiles, and the altar mosaics of San Vitale—pointing out technical details and the patrons who commissioned them. Halfway through, you'll pause for piadina, eaten standing or seated at a local spot, tasting how the locals have eaten for generations. By the end you'll have connected the dots between the art historical figures who visited and what still draws people here.
Good to know
Bring comfortable walking shoes and a hat for sunny streets. Admission tickets are included in the tour price. Public transport stations are nearby if you're travelling independently. The pace works for all fitness levels. Allow time to linger with photographs—some mosaics reward close looking.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.