Discover the spiritual and artistic treasures of Ravenna on this private Catholic-themed guided tour, designed to inspire reflection and awe. Walk through the city’s quiet streets and encounter sacred spaces where faith, history, and art merge in unique harmony. Your expert guide, deeply familiar with Catholic tradition, will lead you through a journey that mirrors a pilgrimage, bringing early Christian beliefs vividly to life.
Begin with the Basilica of San Vitale, famous for its luminous mosaics of Christ, saints, and martyrs—a powerful visual catechism that invites contemplation. Continue to the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, a peaceful sanctuary glowing with a starry mosaic ceiling, evoking hope and resurrection in a setting perfect for prayer and silent reflection.
Next, visit the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, where a stunning mosaic procession reflects the triumph of Catholic orthodoxy in a time of theological struggle. As you walk its nave, feel the presence of centuries of believers.
The tour concludes at the Neonian Baptistery, where the circular flow of mosaics around Christ’s baptism draws you into the heart of your own baptismal mystery—a fitting end to a journey rich in spiritual depth and beauty.
As a final stop, pay tribute at the Tomb of Dante Alighieri, the great poet whose Divine Comedy—a profound Catholic vision of sin, grace, and salvation—was completed here in Ravenna. His resting place invites reflection on the eternal truths that shaped both his masterpiece and the soul of the cit
