Mosaic By Night 2025

A small architectural gem that houses a masterpiece: the mosaic on the dome depicting the baptism of Christ. During this evening guided tour, the Arian Baptistery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, becomes the perfect setting for a narrative that weaves together art, faith, and history.   In the soft light of the late afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to calmly observe the details of the mosaic, learn about Arianism in Ravenna, and delve into the era of Emperor Theodoric, during which this precious monument was built.   A cultural experience for all, designed for those who want to see Ravenna from new perspectives and uncover the hidden charm of its more intimate buildings.

There is a building in the heart of Ravenna that has hosted poets, preserved love stories, and gathered the voices of a nation searching for itself. During this evening guided tour, you will visit the Byron Museum and the Museum of the Italian Risorgimento, to explore two fascinating chapters of Italy’s cultural and political history.   Throughout the tour, you will discover the connection between Lord Byron and Ravenna, his time in the city, and the passions and radical choices of a poet who was also an activist. You will then walk through documents, relics, and testimonies of the Italian Risorgimento, following in the footsteps of the key figures who contributed to the unification of the country.   An engaging experience that blends biography, literature, and national history in a fascinating and little-known context. Before the tour begins, those who wish can enjoy a moment of relaxation with an aperitif at the Byron Tavern, located in the inner courtyard of the building (optional consumption, not included in the tour).

Friday nights in Ravenna are a special time: the streets of the city center come alive, the shops remain open, and the city is filled with light, music, and people. In this festive atmosphere, there's an experience not to be missed for those who want to go beyond the surface and discover the most authentic soul of Ravenna.   With the “Mosaic by Night” tours, you can visit some of the city’s most iconic monuments – such as the Basilica of San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia – when the influx of tourists is lower and the atmosphere more relaxed. It’s an opportunity to calmly enjoy the beauty of the mosaics, explore often overlooked details, listen to the guides' stories, and be amazed.   Depending on the evening, the different itineraries are also enriched with entry to other fascinating places such as the Domus of the Stone Carpets or the National Museum.   Choose your path, in either Italian or English, and enjoy your evening of art, history, and beauty, before taking a stroll under the stars or having a gelato in the streets of the city center.

A fascinating opportunity to experience the MAR – Ravenna Art Museum – in an unusual and captivating setting.   As the evening falls, the galleries become quieter and more intimate, and the guided tour takes on a new tone: slower, more personal, and more engaging.   Accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore the museum’s permanent collection of contemporary mosaics. This journey reveals how this ancient technique has been able to renew and evolve, inspiring generations of artists up to the present day. From the avant-garde movements of the 20th century to the most current artistic expressions, the exhibition showcases works by famous names such as Chagall, Afro, Guttuso, Saetti, Vedova, and contemporary artists like Luca Barberini, Marco and Dusciana Bravura, the CaCO3 collective, Felice Nittolo, and many others.   The evening concludes in the splendid Loggetta Lombardesca, where you can enjoy a refreshing and relaxed aperitif in one of the city’s most evocative cloisters. A moment of pleasure, surrounded by the flavors of our region and the peaceful ambiance of a historically rich location.   An experience to share with those who love art, but also with those looking for a different way to discover Ravenna.