MAUSOLEUM OF GALLA PLACIDIA (MAUSOLEO DI GALLA PLACIDIA)

Starting in the vibrant heart of the city, Piazza San Francesco, the tour will take you through some of the city's most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Following an expert guide fluent in English or Italian you can hear whispers of tales from a bygone era. Spells of Byzantine magic At the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, witness the largest New Testament cycle. 26 majestic biblical scenes introduce you to the world of mosaic art and make its evolution vividly apparent to you. The interiors of the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia with its star-studded mosaics played muse to Dante Alighieri. As you enter the Basilica of San Vitale, a 6th-century monument, a frescoed dome with the mosaic painting of an imperial couple, Justinian and Theodora, will greet you. Standing under the celestial baptism of Christ, you’ll almost hear echoes of countless baptisms held in the sacred wall of Neonian Baptistery. The archbishop's chapel After a deep dive into the mosaic history, your guide will leave you at the Archbishop’s Museum, where you can stroll at your own pace and tune into an informative commentary. The unique blend of Roman and Byzantine styles will echo the private prayers whispered within these walls for over 1500 years. Itinerary Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo Mausoleum of Galla Placidia Basilica of San Vitale Neonian Baptistery Archbishop’s Museum

Ravenna is known for it's its UNESCO heritage sites, where you can enter St. Andrew's Chapel, a private world for a bishop. It's adorned with mosaics, including Emperor Justinian I and Empress Theodora. Next, be sure to admire the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the final resting place of Roman empress Galla Placidia, adorned with vivid 5th-century mosaic depictions of that era on its walls. The Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo greets you with mosaics from the 6th century. Once painted black by Pope Gregory the Great, it adapted its purpose. After World War I, it was rebuilt, showcasing resilience. Sant'Apollinare Nuovo is a living story of Ravenna's strength. Venture further and see Neonian Baptistery where you can see the tombs of several influential individuals of that era. Seamless Activation Once booked, await the official ticket from the Ravenna ticket office which will specify your visit date and time. Redeem your smartphone voucher at a selected monument. Your pass is activated as soon as you visit your 1st attraction. Reservation is required for which day you choose to visit each monument. Mandatory booking for the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia and the Neonian Baptistery, including the day and time of entry, is needed as these smaller monuments have limited visitor capacity.