
Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Is Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour worth booking?
Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour is a 1-hour experience in Ravenna, Italy, from $7 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 2/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 2/5 (2)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $7 per person
Get ready to explore one of Italy’s most fascinating historical cities, where Roman grandeur and Byzantine brilliance continue to shine through its art and architecture. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is guided s
What you get
- Great deal, one purchase and it never expires.
- Go anytime at your own pace. Stop and go anytime. The tour never expires.
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- See All the sites and don't miss out with your in depth route.
- Great narration that keeps you interested as you walk.
- Fun storytelling that shares the history of the Ravenna bringing it alive.
About this experience
Get ready to explore one of Italy’s most fascinating historical cities, where Roman grandeur and Byzantine brilliance continue to shine through its art and architecture. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is guided step by step by your walking tour app. It's hands free, press play and be guided through history. On this walking tour, we’ll explore the stories behind Ravenna’s ancient basilicas, mosaic masterpieces, and monuments that have shaped centuries of European history. You’ll visit landmarks like the Basilica of San Vitale, Dante’s Tomb, and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, each showcasing the city’s importance as a crossroads of faith, empire, and creativity. Along the way, we’ll walk through quiet piazzas, grand palaces, and serene gardens that keep Ravenna’s timeless beauty. Let’s start your tour at San Giovanni Evangelista, one of the city’s oldest and most historic churches.
What's included
Included
- Great deal, one purchase and it never expires.
- Go anytime at your own pace. Stop and go anytime. The tour never expires.
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- See All the sites and don't miss out with your in depth route.
- Great narration that keeps you interested as you walk.
- Fun storytelling that shares the history of the Ravenna bringing it alive.
- Easy to use, press play and the stories play automatically as you drive.
Not included
- No human guide, this is a self guided tour on your walking tour app
- No admission, most spots are free, but this is all outside.
What you'll see and do
Colonna di Sant'Apollinare
Colonna di Sant'Apollinare honors the city’s dedication to its first bishop and patron saint, Saint Apollinaris. It's a great place to explore.
5 minutes here
Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista
The tour starts outside the Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista at the gate. You'll hear it's history and story then be guided step by step through Ravenna.
10 minutes here
The tour passes by a local Mosaic shop to point out it's work, and you can pop in to see mosaics at work.
5 minutes here
Palazzo di Teodorico
Palazzo di Teodorico in Ravenna is a small but fascinating early-medieval structure, long thought to be King Theodoric’s residence but now understood as a 7th–8th century gatehouse for the imperial palace complex. Its façade with arches and niche fronts Via di Roma near Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, and inside you can see reused Roman and Byzantine elements plus mosaics from the underlying late‑antique palace. Excavations revealed earlier Roman villas and an imperial residence later remodeled in Theodoric’s time, so the site condenses several centuries of Ravenna’s political and artistic history.
5 minutes here
Great spot to relax and it has a great historic story.
5 minutes here
Check out the outdoor Banksy mural mosaic and hear about it's story.
5 minutes here
See the historic statues outside the art museum and hear it's story.
5 minutes here
Basilica di Santa Maria in Porto
The legend of the Greek Madonna centers on a marble bas-relief of the Virgin Mary, believed to be Byzantine in origin. You'll hear that hear.
5 minutes here
Basilica di San Francesco
Not to miss spot. The Basilica di San Francesco dates back to the mid-5th century, when it was originally known as the Chiesa degli Apostoli, an early Christian sanctuary later rededicated to Saint Peter.
5 minutes here
Dante's Tomb
Yes, this is Dante’s Tomb. Now, why is Dante important? Dante Alighieri is important because his epic poem The Divine Comedy written circa 1308 1321 is considered a masterpiece of world literature and the cornerstone of the Italian language.
5 minutes here
Giuseppe Garibaldi was one of Italy’s most influential figures, known as a soldier, patriot, and revolutionary leader of the 19th-century Risorgimento, the movement that unified Italy from separate states into a single nation.
5 minutes here
Not to be missed spots, with a great historic story.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ravenna
The tour starts outside the Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista at the gate. You'll hear it's history and story then be guided step by step through Ravenna.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Colonna di Sant'Apollinare honors the city’s dedication to its first bishop and patron saint, Saint Apollinaris. It's a great place to explore.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 10+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $7 to $10
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ravenna.
How much does Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $7 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ravenna usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ravenna is not rushed.
Is Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (2/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ravenna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 10. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ravenna can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ravenna and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ravenna Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ravenna within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ravenna?
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On Outty we rank every Ravenna experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Tour of Mosaic Tiles in Ravenna, Ravenna: Mosaics and Highlights Guided Tour with Admission Ticket, Private Tour in Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti Day Trip from Florence. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ravenna?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ravenna?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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