Between multi-coloured mosaics and incredible stories, sunny days on the beach and breath-taking attractions, Ravenna is the perfect destination for a weekend with all the family (four-legged friends included!) all year round.
Chasing special details, fish in churches, legends on historical characters and much more: a thrilling treasure hunt all around the city.
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE MONUMENTS
• BASILICA OF SAN VITALE
Via San Vitale, 17
The Basilica of San Vitale puts together Eastern and Western architectures and mosaics. Thanks to the representation of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora, it has inspired many poets and travellers over time.
For more information on tickets: www.ravennamosaici.it
• MAUSOLEUM OF GALLA PLACIDIA
Via San Vitale, 17
The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a treasure chest hiding a heart made of coloured mosaics, including the blue sky with golden stars of the dome. Here you can also see Saint Lawrence’s martyrdom. Find the flames and you’ll know how what happened to him.
For more information on tickets: www.ravennamosaici.it
• NEONIAN BAPTISTERY
Piazza Arcivescovado, 1
The Neonian Baptistery is one of Ravenna’s most ancient monuments. The main colour is blue, just like in the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, of which it is a contemporary. Find Saint Peter, the oldest apostle, the one with white hair and beard!
For more information on tickets: www.ravennamosaici.it
• ST. ANDREW CHAPEL (OR ARCHIEPISCOPAL CHAPEL)
Piazza Arcivescovado, 1
St. Andrew Chapel (or Archiepiscopal Chapel) was the bishop’s private church. Here, you can see a large image of Christ dressed as a warrior. The mosaics hide countless different species of birds! Can you find them all?
For more information on tickets: www.ravennamosaici.it
• ARIAN BAPTISTERY
Vicolo degli Ariani, 1
In the dome of the Arian Baptistery you can see a mosaic representing the river Jordan and the procession of the 12 apostles. Look at the water: it seems transparent!
For more information on tickets: info.ravennantica.it
• BASILICA OF SANT’APOLLINARE NUOVO
Via di Roma, 53
The mosaics of the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo tell the story of Jesus, but are also a portrait of Ravenna in the 6th century, with the Port of Classe and the ancient palace of Theodoric. Watch out for what’s behind the curtains…
For more information on tickets: www.ravennamosaici.it
• MAUSOLEUM OF THEODORIC
Via delle Industrie, 14
The dome of the Mausoleum of Theodoric was built with a single and very heavy block of stone. Legend has it that Theodoric was killed by a lightning that struck him right through the dome.
For more information on tickets: info.ravennantica.it
• BASILICA OF SANT’APOLLINARE IN CLASSE
Via Romea Sud, 224 – Classe
The Basilica of Sant’Apollinare in Classe celebrates the Patron Saint of the city, portrayed in the apse in a heavenly landscape. Did you know that the 12 white sheep represent the 12 apostles?
For more information on tickets: info.ravennantica.it
WALKING AROUND WITH DANTE ALIGHIERI
• BASILICA OF SAN FRANCESCO
Piazza San Francesco
Inside the Basilica of San Francesco you can see a flooded crypt where many goldfish swim! Dante Alighieri used to spend much time here.
• DANTE’S TOMB
Via Dante Alighieri, 9
Between Museo Dante and Piazza San Francesco is Dante’s Tomb. The poet spent the last years of his life in Ravenna, and here he rests forever.
• MUSEO DANTE
Via Dante Alighieri, 2a
Museo Dante will teach you the history of Dante Alighieri through images and historical objects. This poet wrote a very important work for the Italian language. Do you know its name?
For more information on tickets: www.vivadante.it
• DANTE ALIGHIERI THEATRE
Via Angelo Mariani, 2
The Dante Alighieri Theatre is Ravenna’s biggest theatre. It hosts theatre shows and concerts with international artists.
For more information on tickets: www.teatroalighieri.org
A JOURNEY THROUGH ART AND HISTORY
• MAR – RAVENNA ART MUSEUM
Via di Roma, 13
The MAR – Ravenna Art Museum is a stop that you can’t miss. With works by artists from all around the world, educational workshops and a collection of ancient and modern art, this museum is the perfect place for you to free your imagination. There are many contemporary mosaics and a funny unicorn!
For more information on tickets: www.mar.ra.it
• BASILICA OF SAN GIOVANNI EVANGELISTA
Viale Farini
The Basilica of San Giovanni Evangelista is one of Ravenna’s most beautiful religious buildings. Here you can find mosaics telling the stories of ladies and knights, and adventures of fantastic animals. Find the mermaid!
• DOMUS OF THE STONE CARPETS
Via Gian Battista Barbiani, 16
The subsoil of Ravenna is full of surprises, like the special archaeological site of the Domus of the Stone Carpets: an ancient roman villa with wonderful mosaic pavements.
For more information on tickets: info.ravennantica.it
• ROCCA BRANCALEONE FORTRESS
Via Rocca Brancaleone, 35
When Venice took control of Ravenna, the Rocca Brancaleone fortress was built to defend the city from the enemies.
• CLASSIS RAVENNA MUSEUM
Via Classense, 29 – Classe
The Classis Ravenna Museum tells the thousand-year-old history of the city with many archaeological findings (and also welcomes your four-legged friends!)
For more information on tickets: info.ravennantica.it
TIME FOR FUN!
• MIRABILANDIA
Strada Statale 16 Adriatica, km 162 – Savio
10 km away from Ravenna is Mirabilandia, Italy’s largest amusement park! Thanks to many attractions and shows, you will surely have fun. And don’t miss Mirabeach!
For more information on tickets: www.mirabilandia.it
• CESTHA – EXPERIMENTAL CENTRE FOR THE PROTECTION OF HABITATS
Via Molo Dalmazia, 49 – Marina di Ravenna
At CESTHA – the Experimental Centre for the Protection of Habitats, researchers and specialists study and treat various kinds of marine animals, including sea turtles. Contact them if you want to take part in a boat tour for their release in the sea!
