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My Ravenna Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Top Hotels, Restaurants and Cruise Port Tips
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items Discover the best of Ravenna, Italy. From UNESCO mosaics and cultural tours to top-rated hotels, restaurants, and hidden gems. Perfect for cruise travelers sailing from Ravenna, this guide includes how to get to the Ravenna Cruise Port, the easiest transfers from Bologna, and curated pi...
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Top Things to Do in Ravenna (UNESCO Sites plus Local Experiences)
Best Guided Tours and Experiences
Where to Stay: Top Hotels & Boutique Stays
Where to Eat: Best Restaurants, Cafés & Wine Bars
How to Get to Ravenna (From Bologna, Venice, Florence)
Best Ways to Reach the Ravenna Cruise Port (Porto Corsini)
Top Things to Do in Ravenna (UNESCO Sites plus Local Experiences)
A curated mix things to do and what you will love of Ravenna’s world-famous Byzantine mosaics, charming old-town walks, beaches, and local cultural experiences. Includes skip-the-line entries, guided tours, and unique finds like mosaic workshops.
Explore three of Ravenna's UNESCO World Heritage Sites with one combo ticket, like the San Vitale and Sant Apollinare Nuovo, with an included visit to St. Andrew's Chapel inside the Archiepiscopal Museum. Perfect for Mosaic lovers and historic lovers...
Ravenna: UNESCO Mosaics Entry Tickets
Discover the art of mosaic-making in Ravenna, a must-do experience I highly recommend for any art lover visiting this stunning Italian city. Immerse yourself in centuries-old craftsmanship, learn traditional techniques, and create your own masterpiec...
Customized Mosaic - Tour & Workshop - Ravenna Incoming
An experience not to be missed, is visiting the tomb of the poet Dante in Ravenna. When visiting Dante Alighieri's Tomb, go early in the morning for a quiet, almost magical moment with Italy’s most famous poet.
Dante Alighieri's Tomb
One way to explore Ravenna is on a private walking tour with a guide. Ravenna is a city that you have to explore and experience on foot.
Ravenna: Exclusive Private Walking Tour with a Local Expert
An unforgettable experience where you are able to visit 2 of Italy's most beautiful villages in one day from Ravenna. An experience of a lifetime!
MEDIEVAL VILLAGES GETAWAY - Private Day Tour from Ravenna
Best Guided Tours and Experiences
Hand-picked tours by me, perfect for first-time visitors and cruise travelers, from private guides to foodie adventures and boat excursions.
The mosaics in Ravenna are not to be missed, especially not on a private guided tour. I can't wait to do this in Ravenna!
Art tour of Ravenna and its mosaics (private tour)
If you are a foodie like me, you will love this food and wine tour in Ravenna.
Ravenna Food Tour with Wine Tasting and Guided Sightseeing of Top Attractions
Explore Ravenna, like never before on an E bike, what an experience! Available for rental from Ravenna Station.
BIKE RENTAL AT RAVENNA TRAIN STATION - Ravenna Incoming
Where to Stay: Top Hotels & Boutique Stays
A list of Ravenna’s best accommodations, from luxury hotels and boutique escapes to affordable stays close to the cruise shuttle stops, that is on my pick list.
A great tip for NH Ravenna: request a room on a higher floor facing away from the street for a quieter stay. It’s perfectly located near the train station and walking distance to Ravenna’s UNESCO mosaics, making it an easy, stress-free base for explo...
NH Ravenna
I personally recommend Antica Ravenna Residence if you’re looking for a peaceful, authentic stay just outside the historic center of Ravenna. It’s perfect for travelers who want a relaxed atmosphere, easy parking, and spacious, comfortable rooms whil...
Antica Ravenna Residence – Ravenna, Italy
Great location, only 500metres from Ravenna City Centre. I love the Old Charm, mixed with the beautiful modern design. Hotel is known for their friendly service and personal touch.
Palazzo Bezzi Hotel, Ravenna
Quant and beautiful bed and breakfast, and located in the pedestrian-only shopping area of Ravenna. Refurbished 15th century building. I just love that this is located in such an old building!
M Club De Luxe B&B, Ravenna
Ravenna is so much more than Unesco heritage sites, food and mosaics. It is a great beach destination as well, and Terme Beach is one of the best beach resorts to stay in Ravenna.
Terme Beach Resort, Punta Marina
Where to Eat: Best Restaurants, Cafés & Wine Bars
Your curated food guide, on my pick list: traditional Italian trattorias, modern fine dining, casual cafés, and the best spots for wine and aperitivo. You can not miss an aperitivo, when in Italy!
Offers a great intimate and charming atmosphere with great food on offer. Typical Italian Osteria, not to be missed. Book in advance! Their standout dish is crab ravioli with tomato cream and burrata. Delish!
Osteria del Tempo Perso in Ravenna
Although it can be expensive, it has a charming atmosphere, great food and professional service. Because it's part-restaurant, you can pair your pre-dinner drink with high-quality cheeses, meats, or small plates, (aperitivo) making it a “drink and ni...
AL CAIROLI, Ravenna
Offers authentic Romagnolo cuisine with a modern twist that you will love. And you have to try Romagnolo cuisine! Rustic and Hearty. Tip: Make a reservation if you can, the place gets busy thanks to its charming vibe and outstanding pasta dishes.
CUCINA DEL CONDOMINIO, Ravenna
Offers an authentic experience. They also make their own bread and pasta on site. A must book dinner spot! They offer a fantastic tagliatelle with local seafood or truffle‑infused sauce.
44°12° BY CASA SPADONI, Ravenna
This is a beautifully restored pasticceria/café right in the historic centre under the portico of Piazza San Francesco. They offer Sicilian style pastries. You will adore their beautifully created pastries! Tip: Go early in the morning to enjoy pastr...
CAFFE PASTICCERIA PALUMBO, Ravenna
This is a historic enoteca (wine bar) housed in a beautiful 15th-century palazzo. the atmosphere is old world elegant. A must visit experience! Off course you have to try their tagliatelle al ragù, it is so yummy!
CA' DE VEN, Ravenna
How to Get to Ravenna (From Bologna, Venice, Florence)
Clear, traveler-friendly options for reaching Ravenna. This is ideal for cruise passengers arriving by air or train. These are apps and sites I can recommend to use to make your travel experience easier.
I personally use Omio to compare and book trains, buses, and flights across Europe, it’s one of the easiest ways to plan seamless travel in Italy and beyond. Everything is in one place, prices are clear, and booking takes minutes. Pro tip: Always tog...
Bologna to Ravenna trains - Omio
If you have a cruise, and you are flying into Venice, and do not want to use a train or Cruise ship shuttle, and want to arrive in style and luxury, a private transfer is the way to go.
Venice Private Transfer to Ravenna Porto Corsini Cruise Terminal
I personally use Omio to compare and book trains, buses, and flights across Europe, it’s one of the easiest ways to plan seamless travel in Italy and beyond. Everything is in one place, prices are clear, and booking takes minutes. Pro tip: Always tog...
Florence to Ravenna trains - Omio
Best Ways to Reach the Ravenna Cruise Port (Porto Corsini)
I always like to share a few helpful tips on directions and smart transport options to make getting to the cruise terminal as smooth and stress-free as possible. A little planning really does make embarkation day so much easier.
Cruise Critic is a great website that gives inside information on how to reach Ravenna cruise port. Each Cruise liner will also offer shuttle services either via Venice, Bologna or Ravenna. Please keep updated on your cruise line shuttle service on t...
Ravenna Insider Tips: How to Arrive and Depart for Your Cruise Smoothly
Welcome Pickups offers reliable, convenience and local transport insight to reach Cruise port, whether it is from Bologna, Venice or Ravenna. Their site is so easy to navigate.
Welcome Pick Ups
Porto Corsini is about 15km from Ravenna city centre, so transportation is necessary to reach the city. Most cruise lines offer shuttle buses, and taxis and public buses are also available. The new cruise terminal is expected to be finished in 2026, ...
Port Services - RCCP
Shopping & Local Products
I also love sharing my favorite spots for finding unique local souvenirs, from handmade mosaics and artisan goods to beautiful Italian fashion pieces and delicious foodie treats you’ll actually want to take home. It’s such a lovely way to bring a lit...
If you do not have time to attend a mosaic workshop, then buy one as a memento to remember your visit to Ravenna. Ravenna is known for it's beautiful designed mosaics. They have so many exquisite mosaics on offer.
Shop - Pixel Mosaici
A good place to shop for wine in Ravenna, especially if you are a wine lover like me.
La Cantina di Calderoni
Ravenna offers some great markets, do not miss out on a market visit in Ravenna.
Markets - Ravenna