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A person walking down a wet cobblestone street at night with a bird flying overhead and a building with a tower in the background. 1
A historic church with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by a cobblestone courtyard and a metal fence. 2
A historic building with a tall tower and arched windows. 3
A nighttime street scene with buildings, bicycles, and people. 4
A historic square with arches, a fountain, and outdoor seating areas. 5
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Overview

    • Over 10 years of experience organising guided tours in Italy.
    • All our guided tours are led by licensed tour guides.
    • This tour is suitable for the whole family – you'll learn while having fun!

Activity location

    • Ravenna
    • Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Via di Roma, 53, 48020 Ravenna RA, Italy | Small square in front of S. Apollinare Nuovo, Via di Roma, 53, 48121 Ravenna RA, Italy
    • Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    A Ravenna Noir tour, a journey through time exploring the city's true crime history. We will recount the famous crimes committed in Ravenna: Stilicho, the general of the Roman Emperor Honorius; Odoacer from San Vitale; Sant'Apollinare; the notorious crimes of Theodoric – from Odoacer to Symmachus, the crime of passion involving Rosamund, the crimes of the Da Polenta family, the revenge of the Rasponi, the murder of Guidarello Guidarelli, the murder of Cardinal Legate Alidosio, the hangings between the two columns, the sect of the stabbers, and much more – all on a thrilling and gripping tour that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
  • Inclusions
    We will visit: the so-called Palace of Theodoric, the Arian Baptistery (exterior), the Church of the Holy Spirit (exterior), Palazzo Corradini, the Dante Quarter, the Church of San Francesco, Piazza del Popolo, Palazzina Diedi, the Cathedral (exterior), Via Salara

Know before you book

    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • A Ravenna Noir tour is a fascinating journey through time, exploring the true crime stories that have marked the city. Walking through its streets, we will discover the most famous crimes that have marked its history, from the mysteries linked to Stilicho and Odoacer to the shadows of Sant'Apollinare and the Basilica of San Vitale. We will hear about the intrigues and crimes under the reign of Theodoric, the dark secret of the sect of the knife-wielders, and the violent exploits of the Da Polenta family, one of the most influential families in the city. Every corner, every monument, conceals a disturbing storey that has shaped Ravenna's destiny. This tour will take you to discover the darkest and most fascinating sides of a city that, in addition to its beauty and history, harbours centuries-old secrets of crimes and mysteries.

Location

Activity location

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    • Ravenna
    • Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Via di Roma, 53, 48020 Ravenna RA, Italy | Small square in front of S. Apollinare Nuovo, Via di Roma, 53, 48121 Ravenna RA, Italy
    • Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy