Basilica of San Vitale

Absolutely beautiful. There was a wait wait for buying the tickets so definitely recommend buying the online. There was also a gift shop with all kinds of stuff from mosaic kits to socks, the prices were kinda high though. As for the inside, it was absolutely beautiful and it was pretty clear that it was an ancient basilica build by the Byzantinians. A part of it was also destroyed but now it has been rebuilt. There's lots of mosaics in the basilica so it's definitely worth it checking out. The ticket also give you access to another famous attractions (it can be 2 or 4 depending on what you want)

Basilica of San Vitale absolutely wowed me! The moment I stepped inside, I was surrounded by shimmering mosaics that feel alive, gold, emerald, and sapphire scenes glowing from every angle. The portraits of Justinian and Theodora are breathtaking up close, and the octagonal layout gives the whole space a serene, almost otherworldly vibe. If you love art, history, or just beautiful places, this is an unforgettable stop in Ravenna. Five sparkling stars from me!

An extremely beautiful and historic Basilica right in the heart of Ravenna. The mosaics are extremely beautiful and impressive, shows you the level of detail and craftsmanship that was put into this stunning work. Built nearly 1700 years ago, the building has not shown many signs of decay and is worth the ticket price to enter. It seems smaller from the outside, but the inside is incredibly large. Will visit again!

The basilica was one of the reasons we traveled to Ravenna and the church is breathtakingly beautiful!!! It's a different kind of art that has been applied here. The mosaic stones were used perfectly and we couldn't stop being amazed. Everyone should have seen this church... words cannot describe it! We were impressed and would visit the church every time!

Really magical mosaics and worth going there with plenty of time to just stare. Hard to imagine how humans have been so creative and technically sound to create such a huge masterpiece!

Some very beautiful mosaics in this basilica. I recommend buying your ticket online to avoid long queue times at the ticket office.

This was the most amazing thing I’ve seen. I’ve been to over 60 countries and I was awe struck. Do it. No questions. Worth a visit to Ravenna just for this.

Such beauty and symbolism. Make sure you have a guide to explain all of history. It is amazing.

Extraordinary basilica with the 6th century Byzantine Mosaic work. Vibrant colored mosaic tiles that has stood the test of time. The basilica is a protected site (UNESCO World Heritage status). Beautiful. One must buy a multiple site ticket at the ticket office close to the basilica in order to view inside. A must see and an easy day trip from Bologna in Emilia Romagna.

Ravenna is famous for the mosaics in the various churches in town. You can purchase a pass that allows you to visit a few places. We visited the Galla Placidia, San Vitale, Baptistero Neoniano, and Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. The mosaics are stunning! One of my favorites was the Baptistery with its round dome and 12 apostles with the baptism of Christ in the middle. The gold and blue colors of the tiles are striking. (first photo) Another favorite is the Sant'Apollinare Nuovo with its wood ceiling and arched columns. (second photo)

This 1400 year old church is a must see. This is a complex of buildings with two stops of interest you must see. The basilica itself with its dazzling mosaics and, across the yard, the small Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. The basilica is covered with lavish mosaics: gold and glass chips the size of your fingernail. It's impressive enough to see a 1400 year old church. But it's rare to see one decorated in brilliant mosaics. Words are not enough to describe this master piece. If you are in Ravenna and then you must experience for yourself this amazing master piece.