5-Day Italy Weekend Getaway in Ravenna

Your exciting weekend getaway in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Ravenna, your home for 4 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Ravenna has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Italy. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Ravenna to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Teodorico Park. This attraction is a spectacular park with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,281 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Ravenna, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Antica Trattoria Al Gallo 1909. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 710 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Ravenna is Ristorante Molinetto. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,016 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, Ca' de Vèn. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,392 customers.

A weekend getaway in Italy isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Ravenna. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Mercato Coperto, which has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,658 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Tribeca Lounge. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,276 customers.

Locals also enjoy La Gardèla, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,270 customers, an after-dinner drink at La Gardèla is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in Italy!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Italy, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Ravenna. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in Ravenna!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Arian Baptistry. This outstanding baptistery and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year, or around 7,683 people. Garnering an average rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from 1,631 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Arian Baptistry is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Fontanella Piazza del Popolo. Approximately 9,982 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing museum, Dante's Tomb. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,491 visitors.

The top-rated Palace of Theodoric in Ravenna, an outstanding baptistery, is one place you should visit while in Ravenna considering its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 216 travelers. Palace of Theodoric in Ravenna receives around 1,381 visitors in a single year, and today is your chance to see it up close.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. This popular site is rated 4.7 stars out of 5 by around 8,162 travelers. Each year, this remarkable basilica and sightseeing destination receives over 124,000 visitors.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Italy. Check out all the tours Ravenna offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Italy can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Ravenna.

Caffè della Lirica offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Ravenna is the popular Centopizze. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,779 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Trattoria La Rustica. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,350 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Downtown Pub. One of the best bars in the city, Downtown Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 569 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Vanity cafè is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 622 bar-goers.

Aguardiente is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Ravenna. Aguardiente has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 347 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Ravenna. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Italy!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Italy, you’ll get to know more about Ravenna and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in Ravenna by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Chiesa di Sant'Eufemia-Domus dei Tappeti di Pietra.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Porta Adriana. This attraction is a magnificent city gate that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,191 travelers.

Ravenna is also the home of the amazing Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. This fascinating roman mausoleum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,031 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous minor basilica in the area, the wonderful Basilica of San Vitale. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,802, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Ravenna is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Italy, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Ravenna's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Ravenna. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Il Portolano Trattoria di Pesce – Ristorante di pesce a Ravenna, one of the most recommended restaurants in Ravenna. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,293 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out il Baretto di Marina di Ravenna. Around 1,531 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,142 customers, Trattoria Ristorante Al Rustichello is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Italy. One of the best bars in the city is San Marino Cafè. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,072 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Ravenna, we recommend the cocktails at La Piscina. This bar has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 957 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Ravenna is Joyta Caffè&Aperitivi. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Ravenna. Toast to another amazing day in Italy!

On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Italy, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Ravenna. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Ravenna!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe. This outstanding minor basilica and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year, or around 54,701 people. Garnering an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 from 6,883 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe is worth pages in your travel diary.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Italy. Check out all the tours Ravenna offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Italy can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Ravenna.

Osteria Il Paiolo offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Ravenna is the popular Ristorante Da Matteo. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 991 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Trattoria Al Cerchio. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 983 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Bollicine. One of the best bars in the city, Bollicine has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 738 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Cucina Retrò - Ristorante Osteria Piadineria is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 722 bar-goers.

Bagno Sirenetta is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Ravenna. Bagno Sirenetta has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 711 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Ravenna. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Italy!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Italy is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Ravenna. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Italy.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Italy, the popular Darsena di città is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Ravenna.

You’ll then say farewell to Italy and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Italy!