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Ravenna Mosaics

The Ravenna Mosaics in Italy are a collection of intricate Byzantine mosaics dating from the 5th and 6th centuries AD. They adorn several historic churches and monuments in Ravenna, depicting religious scenes with vivid colors and fine craftsmanship, providing a unique glimpse into early Christian art.

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Ravenna Mosaics
Ravenna's Basilica of San Vitale, showcasing its iconic brick architecture.
Intricate mosaics inside Basilica di San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy, showcasing vibrant religious scenes.
Ravenna mosaic depicting biblical figures and intricate designs in a historic monument.
Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo with its distinctive round bell tower in Ravenna, Italy.
Interior of Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo in Ravenna, showcasing detailed mosaics and columns.
Ravenna mosaic depicting ancient architecture with detailed columns and arches.
Ravenna's Basilica of San Vitale with its iconic dome and bell tower.
Ravenna Baptistery ceiling mosaic depicting religious figures and scenes.
Ravenna mosaic depicting religious figures and a starry sky in a historic monument.
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  • Don't miss out on three UNESCO-listed sites of profound beauty and spiritual importance while in this city adorned with Byzantine mosaics,

  • See the 6th-century mosaics inside the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, capturing the Saints' procession and the finesse of Byzantine artistic skill.

  • The mosaics are celebrated for their striking intense blue color, a shade affectionately coined as 'Ravenna blue.'

  • Indulge in an exclusive 20% discount by presenting your voucher at the bookshop.

  • Fun Fact: Many of the Ravenna mosaics depict religious themes, including scenes from the life of Christ, saints, and biblical events.

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  • Don't miss out on three UNESCO-listed sites of profound beauty and spiritual importance while in this city adorned with Byzantine mosaics,

  • See the 6th-century mosaics inside the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, capturing the Saints' procession and the finesse of Byzantine artistic skill.

  • The mosaics are celebrated for their striking intense blue color, a shade affectionately coined as 'Ravenna blue.'

  • Indulge in an exclusive 20% discount by presenting your voucher at the bookshop.

  • Fun Fact: Many of the Ravenna mosaics depict religious themes, including scenes from the life of Christ, saints, and biblical events.

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€12.50
Ravenna mosaic ceiling with intricate designs and religious figures in Galla Placidia Mausoleum.
Ravenna ceiling mosaic with cross and figures, part of Mosaics Pass 5 Monuments tour.
Galla Placidia Mausoleum in Ravenna, showcasing intricate brickwork and historic architecture.
Mosaics and columns inside Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna.
Basilica of San Vitale in Ravenna, Italy, part of the Ravenna Mosaics Pass tour.
Ravenna Basilica interior with ornate columns and detailed mosaic ceiling.
Mosaics depicting biblical scenes on the ceiling of San Vitale Basilica, Ravenna.
Ravenna ceiling mosaic depicting angels and saints in vibrant colors.
Mosaic of St. Andrew in Archiepiscopal Museum, Ravenna, depicting a saint with a cross and scroll.
Mosaics and architectural details inside the Battistero Neoniano, Ravenna.
Mosaic ceiling of the Battistero Neoniano in Ravenna depicting religious figures and scenes.
Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Ravenna with its iconic round bell tower.
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  • Enjoy access to 5 UNESCO-listed sites of exceptional beauty and deep spiritual significance – not to be missed when in this city of Byzantine mosaics.

  • The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a dazzling 5th-century mosaic treasure, housing the final repose of Roman empress Galla Placidia.

  • See the 6th-century mosaics inside the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, depicting the Saints' procession and highlighting Byzantine artistic skill.

  • Optimize your visit for independent exploration of 3 more attractions. Your pass also includes extended validity.

  • Fun Fact: The Mausoleum's mosaics are known for their intense blue color, a shade that has become known as ‘Ravenna blue’.

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  • Enjoy access to 5 UNESCO-listed sites of exceptional beauty and deep spiritual significance – not to be missed when in this city of Byzantine mosaics.

  • The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a dazzling 5th-century mosaic treasure, housing the final repose of Roman empress Galla Placidia.

  • See the 6th-century mosaics inside the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, depicting the Saints' procession and highlighting Byzantine artistic skill.

  • Optimize your visit for independent exploration of 3 more attractions. Your pass also includes extended validity.

  • Fun Fact: The Mausoleum's mosaics are known for their intense blue color, a shade that has become known as ‘Ravenna blue’.

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€14.50
Group of tourists in front of Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna, UNESCO tour.
Basilica of San Vitale in Ravenna surrounded by trees, part of UNESCO monuments tour.
Entrance to Basilica di San Vitale, Ravenna, with historic architecture and mosaic tiles.
Tour group outside a historic brick building in Ravenna, Italy, during a UNESCO monuments guided tour.
Guide leading small group on Ravenna Monuments tour.
Couple admiring Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe, Ravenna on UNESCO tour.
Mosaic ceiling with intricate patterns and religious imagery in Ravenna UNESCO monument.
Mosaic interior of Basilica di San Vitale, Ravenna, showcasing vibrant Byzantine art.
Mosaic of saints in Ravenna UNESCO monument tour.
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3 hr
  • Uncover Ravenna's rich cultural tapestry and marvel at its awe-inspiring Byzantine mosaics on this 3-hour guided walking tour.

  • With an English or Italian-speaking expert, dissect how mosaic art evolved over 200 years as you savor the vibrant hues of Neonian Baptistery.

  • A feast for your eyes! Gawk at the world’s largest New Testament cycle and the colorful union procession of an imperial couple, all in mosaic.

  • Explore the Archbishop’s Museum and a private chapel at your own pace. Learn of prayer and rituals performed by archbishops 1500 years ago.

  • Did you know? The starry mosaic ceiling of Galla Placidia's Mausoleum inspired Dante to write the Divine Comedy.

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  • Uncover Ravenna's rich cultural tapestry and marvel at its awe-inspiring Byzantine mosaics on this 3-hour guided walking tour.

  • With an English or Italian-speaking expert, dissect how mosaic art evolved over 200 years as you savor the vibrant hues of Neonian Baptistery.

  • A feast for your eyes! Gawk at the world’s largest New Testament cycle and the colorful union procession of an imperial couple, all in mosaic.

  • Explore the Archbishop’s Museum and a private chapel at your own pace. Learn of prayer and rituals performed by archbishops 1500 years ago.

  • Did you know? The starry mosaic ceiling of Galla Placidia's Mausoleum inspired Dante to write the Divine Comedy.

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€28

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