Preparing your trip to Ravenna: advices & hints - things to do and to obey
1. Trains to Bologna, Ferrara and Rimini regularly depart from the Ravenna central railway station, a trip to one of the neighboring cities will take no more than one and a half hours. The price depends on a class of a train selected for a trip. Commonly the price is about 3 to 7 Euro; visiting neighboring cities is one of the most popular entertainments among foreign guests.
2. Tourist buses commonly depart from the Piazza Farini square. Punto Bus center is located there as well giving tourists information on current tours and tickets prices.
3. The hottest months of the year are July and August, traditionally the peak of the tourist season in Ravenna falls within summer. A hotel for this period is recommended to be booked in advance as almost all the local hotels usually increase prices in summer.
4. Remarkable sites of Ravenna are located in close vicinity to each other so the city is recommended to cruise on foot.
6. The city offers a lot of attractive gastronomy establishments. The most expensive ones are located near the central square and remarkable sites of the city. However tourists will find numerous cozy cafes and attractive restaurants in remote districts of the city as well. These eating houses feature high quality of served dishes, attentive service and affordable pricing policy.
7. Local museums operate to schedules which are commonly changed during a year, so it is recommended to specify the working hours of an establishment in tourist offices in advance. There is a profitable discount system for lots of tours and excursions – seniors, students and children under 18 years old can use privileges.
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9. Setting off to city cruising one should have a certified copy of passport and a hotel card. It will help to avoid misunderstandings and find a quick way back to the hotel.
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What to visit being in Ravenna - unique sights
Basilica of San Vitale
From the series “Monuments of Byzantium: the most famous buildings”
Check on the map: Distance from Ravenna center - 0.6 km.
Its visitors can admire the most beautiful elements of marble decoration today. The interior walls are almost completely lined with it. The old floor is also preserved in the basilica. It is decorated with an unusual geometric ornament. Elaborate mosaics with biblical and historical motifs make the Basilica of San Vitale look like an art museum. It will not be enough for one excursion to appreciate the splendor of all the works of art. The exterior of the basilica seems more than modest with all its chic interior decoration. A very beautiful garden is laid out around the religious landmark today. …
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Mirabilandia
From the series “The Most Fantastic Amusement Parks in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Ravenna center - 10.2 km.
Some of the attractions featured in the park are truly unique. The attraction of Katun is liked by visitors who dreamed of becoming cosmonauts in childhood. The fans of the breathtaking feelings can recommend the incredibly high rocking Pakal. The Giant Wheel Eurowheel was entered into the Guinness Book of Records. At the time of the opening, it was the tallest Ferris wheel on the planet, located in the entertainment park. A few years ago, the park infrastructure was supplemented by the large Aquapark, which covers 100 square kilometers. …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Ravenna and surroundings
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Travelling to Ravenna - advices and tips. What should be provisioned in advance, the rules you might want to follow, and the things you better avoid doing in Ravenna. We help you to make your trip smooth and easy, with no unexpected surprises.