Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna · Italy

Discover Ravenna
like a local friend
who knows the city

Personal, English-language tours of one of Italy's most extraordinary cities — Byzantine mosaics, hidden backstreets, incredible food, and stories you won't find in a guidebook.

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UNESCO sites
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Tour experiences
English
Language only
Small
Groups always
Byzantine Mosaics♦ Food & Wine♦ Hidden Ravenna♦ Sunset Aperitivo♦ Day Trips♦ Small Groups♦ UNESCO Heritage♦ English Language♦ Byzantine Mosaics♦ Food & Wine♦ Hidden Ravenna♦ Sunset Aperitivo♦ Day Trips♦ Small Groups♦ UNESCO Heritage♦ English Language♦
Experiences

Every tour tells a story

Each experience is led personally by Sarah — a small group, an unhurried pace, and the kind of insight that only comes from someone who genuinely loves this city. No scripts, no rush, no tourist trap lunches.

Ancient Roman mosaic, Ravenna History
The Mosaic & Byzantine Story

Ravenna's UNESCO World Heritage mosaics told as a living story — the fall of Rome, the rise of Byzantium, and the extraordinary art left behind. Not a textbook lecture.

⏰ 3–4 hours 👤 Max 8 people
from €45 per person
Piazza del Popolo, Ravenna Walking
Hidden Ravenna

The backstreets, local bars, artisan workshops, and neighbourhood spots that most visitors never find. Perfect for repeat Italy travellers looking for something real.

⏰ 2–3 hours 👤 Max 8 people
from €35 per person
Pizza and drinks at a Ravenna restaurant Food
Food & Market Morning

Start at the morning market, learn about local produce, stop for proper Italian coffee, and finish with a long lunch recommendation that actually deserves your time.

⏰ 3 hours 👤 Max 6 people
from €50 per person
Sangiovese grapes on the vine, Emilia-Romagna Wine
Ravenna & Wine

Emilia-Romagna is Italy's greatest food and wine region. This tour combines Ravenna's highlights with a local winery visit — Sangiovese and Albana in their home territory.

⏰ Half day 👤 Max 6 people
from €75 per person
Aperol Spritz at a Ravenna bar Evening
Sunset & Aperitivo

A shorter, relaxed late afternoon walk through the best of Ravenna, ending with Aperol Spritz at a locals' bar. Ideal for cruise passengers or anyone short on time.

⏰ 1.5–2 hours 👤 Max 10 people
from €30 per person
Le Due Torri — the Two Towers of Bologna Day Trip
Day Trips from Ravenna

Bologna, Brisighella, Faenza, the Po Delta — handpicked destinations within easy reach. Private or small group. Contact Sarah to discuss what suits you best.

⏰ Full day 👤 Private or small group
from €100 per person
About Sarah
A familiar face in an unfamiliar city.

Hi, I'm Sarah. My partner James and I relocated to Ravenna from the UK, and this city has completely captured us — its history, its food, its extraordinary art, and the warmth of the people who live here.

With a background in hospitality and event management, I know what makes an experience genuinely memorable. My tours aren't scripts — they're conversations. I share what I love about Ravenna, introduce you to places I actually go, and make sure you leave feeling like you really saw the city.

The Kalica name started as an events business long before it became a family brand — COVID changed the script, but the spirit of creating memorable experiences never went away. These tours are that spirit, fully alive.

  • Hospitality & event management background
  • Currently living in Ravenna — genuine local knowledge
  • Small groups only — never a crowd
  • English language throughout
  • Flexible itineraries — tell me what you love
  • Honest recommendations, no commission lunches
Sarah — your Ravenna guide
Why Ravenna
Italy's best kept secret.

Most visitors to Italy never make it to Ravenna. That's their loss — and your opportunity. This small city in Emilia-Romagna is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, an extraordinary food culture, and an Adriatic coastline just 15 minutes away.

Without the queues of Florence or the tourist fatigue of Rome, Ravenna rewards the curious traveller with something increasingly rare in Italy — the feeling of genuine discovery.

Why it's worth the detour

✦8 UNESCO World Heritage sites — Byzantine mosaics unlike anywhere else on earth
✦Emilia-Romagna — the best food region in Italy, full stop
✦Adriatic coast 15 minutes away — Cervia, Milano Marittima, summer beach clubs
✦Bologna one hour away — international airport, brilliant food scene, university energy
✦Rimini 30 minutes — beaches, history, and one of Europe's legendary club scenes
✦Genuinely affordable — a world away from Tuscany prices
The story behind the tours
From events to experiences.

Kalica started life as an events management company — built around the idea that the best experiences are personal, thoughtful, and memorable. Then COVID arrived and changed everything.

But the instinct that built Kalica never went away. When we found Ravenna, we found the perfect place to bring it back to life. Not corporate events — something more personal. Tours that feel like an evening with a friend who happens to know everything about the city.

"Ravenna has everything Italy is famous for — history, food, warmth — without the crowds that have taken the joy out of the more famous destinations."

— Sarah
Currently available
Booking tours
from summer 2026
  • Mosaic & Byzantine StoryAvailable
  • Hidden RavennaAvailable
  • Food & Market MorningAvailable
  • Sunset & AperitivoAvailable
  • Ravenna & WineAvailable
  • Day TripsAvailable
  • English language · Small groups only
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Ready to explore Ravenna?

Tell me which tour interests you, how many people are in your group, and when you're visiting — I'll come back to you quickly to confirm and answer any questions.

Email
sarah@tours.kalica.co.uk
Location
Based in Ravenna, Italy
Language
All tours in English
Group size
Small groups — max 8–10 depending on tour