About this tour
This 3.5-hour private walking tour pairs Ravenna's Byzantine mosaics with regional Romagna food traditions. You'll enter two UNESCO-listed basilicas—San Vitale and Galla Placidia—with a local guide who skips the standard script, then taste authentic piadina, pasta, and artisanal products at neighbourhood food shops. The small group size means your guide adjusts the route and pace to what genuinely interests you, away from the typical tourist crowds.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line entry to San Vitale and Galla Placidia basilicas
- Gold and glass Byzantine mosaics with lesser-known historical context
- Taste piadina, fresh pasta, and local cheeses at working food vendors
- Local guide tailors itinerary to your interests in real time
- Small group ensures personal attention and intimate conversation
- Wheel-accessible throughout; suitable for all fitness levels
What to expect
You'll meet your guide and begin on foot through Ravenna's compact centre, stopping at two basilicas to study their intricate floor and wall mosaics up close—your guide shares stories and details you won't find in guidebooks. Between art sites, you'll visit neighbourhood food shops where you can taste and buy piadina (a filled flatbread), fresh pasta shapes, and regional cheeses. The walking is leisurely; there's time to ask questions, linger, and chat with shopkeepers. Expect roughly 1.5–2 hours indoors viewing mosaics and 1–1.5 hours walking and eating.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle. The itinerary is flexible—let your guide know early if you want to spend more time on art or food. Basilicas have modest dress codes (covered shoulders and knees). Public transport is nearby if you need a break. Fully wheelchair accessible.
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.