Step into the ancient city of Ravenna, which once held the prestigious title of capital city of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century AD. The city's rich history is a testament to its significance, having served as the capital of the Kingdom of the Ostrogoths before falling under the rule of the Byzantine Empire in 540 AD. Later, it became a vital center of the Byzantine Exarchate of Ravenna until the Lombards invaded in 751 AD, after which it became the capital of the Kingdom of the Lombards. Despite being an inland city, Ravenna is connected to the Adriatic Sea by the Candiano Canal. This enchanting city is renowned for its remarkably well-preserved late Roman and Byzantine architecture, boasting an impressive eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Join a knowledgeable guide on a private 3-hour tour of Ravenna, where you'll uncover the city's greatest treasures. Wander through the city's most famous landmarks, surrounded by stunning mosaics that seem to come alive. Be mesmerized by the exquisite early Christian and Byzantine mosaics adorning the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the Battistero Neoniano, the Arcivescovile Museum, and the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. Stroll through the charming streets of the old town, pausing to appreciate the picturesque Piazza del Popolo and the tranquil 'Area of Silence', also known as the Dante area, where the famous Florentine poet Dante Alighieri breathed his last on September 13, 1321.