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Ravenna

Italy

Best things to do in Ravenna

12 curated attractions in Ravenna, Italy. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

April - June, September - October

Average temp

15°C/59°F

Budget

Mid-range

Safety

Very safe

About Ravenna

Ravenna, located in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, is renowned for its exquisite early Christian and Byzantine mosaics, which adorn its eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visitors flock to see the Basilica di San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, both showcasing intricate mosaic artistry. The city is also the final resting place of the poet Dante Alighieri, with his tomb located near the Basilica di San Francesco. Ravenna's historic center is a pedestrian-friendly area with charming streets like Via Cavour, offering a glimpse into its past. Despite its cultural allure, Ravenna is not a major tourist hub, making it a quieter destination for those interested in art and history.

Basilica di Sant'Apollinare in Classe

Basilica di Sant'Apollinare in Classe

Churches & cathedrals
Mausoleum of Theoderic

Mausoleum of Theoderic

Cemeteries & tombs
Mausoleum of Galla Placidia

Mausoleum of Galla Placidia

Cemeteries & tombs
MAR - Museo d’Arte della Città di Ravenna

MAR - Museo d’Arte della Città di Ravenna

Cultural
Piazza del Popolo

Piazza del Popolo

Cultural
Basilica di San Vitale

Basilica di San Vitale

Churches & cathedrals
Battistero Neoniano

Battistero Neoniano

Churches & cathedrals
Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo

Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo

Churches & cathedrals
Arian Baptistery

Arian Baptistery

Churches & cathedrals
Dante's Tomb

Dante's Tomb

Cemeteries & tombs
Domus dei Tappeti di Pietra

Domus dei Tappeti di Pietra

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Archiepiscopal Museum

Archiepiscopal Museum

History museums

Where to eat in Ravenna

The places worth planning a meal around.

Mercato Coperto

Mercato Coperto

Trattoria Al Gallo

Trattoria Al Gallo

Italian

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