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Delve into the wonder of Byzantine mosaics

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A UNESCO site

RAVENNA

Bologna Italy San Petronio From Asinelli

Visit the location of the oldest University in Europe

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The Learned, the Red and the Fat

BOLOGNA

Discover & taste the typical food and cuisine of Bologna

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The local gastronomy

FOOD TOURS

Ravenna tour guide

Guided tours

Exploring Ravenna and this area with an experienced tour guide

is the best way to immerse yourself in history, culture and tradition.

UNESCO sites

Live a unique experience discovering the World Heritage monuments of Ravenna.

Fully customizable bespoke tours

I will be happy to customize your visit according to your interests and needs.

Typical food

Delve into the food culture, and get to know the local cuisine and the typical products.

Tour Guide

Luana Piccinini

Hello, I’m Luana, a certified local tour guide for Ravenna, Bologna, and other captivating destinations in the Emilia-Romagna region. I offer private guided experiences for individual travelers, cultural enthusiasts, school groups, and anyone eager to explore this remarkable territory—a pivotal part of Italian history.

Feel free to reach out to plan your upcoming visit and delve into the brilliance of Ravenna’s mosaics, discover the history of the University of Bologna and unveil the rich tapestry of our heritage in the company of an experienced local guide!

I would be delighted to personalize and customize your private tour!

Local guiding specialist
Tailor-Made tours
Walking tours or private tranportation in luxury vehicles

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My tours

I guide tours in Ravenna, Bologna, Ferrara, and some villages in Romagna, such as Santarcangelo and Cesenatico. Browse through my tours and contact me for any information.

Santarcangelo di Romagna
The medieval village

Visit the medieval village of Santarcangelo di Romagna, famous for its ‘caves,’ taverns, workshops, and the breathtaking view it offers of the surrounding valleys.
Ravenna
Ravenna Shore Excursions & Day Trips from Venice and Bologna

I can arrange for you & your group a private, flexible transfer services from Venice, Bologna, and other cities.
Cesenatico
The canal harbour & Leonardo da Vinci

Discover the history of the fishermen village as you stroll along the famous canal port of Cesenatico.
Ravenna
The UNESCO sites in a day

Delve into the beauty and wonder of the early Christian and Byzantine monuments, accompanied by a Ravenna tour guide: book a one-day tour.
Ravenna
The UNESCO sites in a half-day

Delve into the beauty and wonder of the early Christian and Byzantine monuments, accompanied by a Ravenna local guide: book a private tour.
Ferrara
The city of Renaissance, a UNESCO site

Visit Ferrara, the first city to be developed according to a complex urban plan.
Ravenna
Classe and its basilica, a UNESCO site

Visit one of the most beautiful early Christian basilicas, and admire the mosaics that still decorate it.
Ravenna
The mosaic art of Ravenna

Choose a guided tour of the UNESCO monuments of Ravenna combined with a visit to a mosaic workshop to see the materials and techniques up close.
Ravenna
School trips to Ravenna

I guide tours in Ravenna for schools of all types and grades, designed according to the age and background of students.

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School trips to Ravenna

“When I want to understand Italian history I catch a train and go to Ravenna. There, between the tomb of Theodoric and that of Dante, in the reassuring neighbourhood of the best manuscript of Aristophanes and in the less reassuring one of the best portrait of the Empress Theodora, I can begin to feel what Italian history has really been”.

Arnaldo Momigliano

Guided tours for school groups

I guide tours in Ravenna for schools of all types and grades, designed according to the age and background of students.

Ravenna, three times capital city

Ravenna represents a crucial moment in the history of the West between the 5th and 6th centuries. Here students will get to know the stories of the protagonists of that era as they walk through the city’s early Christian monuments and admire the glittering mosaics that still adorn them.

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Discover Emilia-Romagna!

Protagonists and places

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What my guests say

Lori
U.S.A.
Luana’s presentation was thoughtful, thorough and packed with a love and true appreciation of ancient history. We are huge fans of historical tours but Luana’s tour far exceeded our expectations! There are simply not enough glowing words… Luana è una su un milione!
Adam
United Kingdom
Luana’s tour was honestly one of the best I have ever done. Ravenna itself was a delight; but really made it come alive was her storytelling and in-depth subject knowledge. Heartily recommended!
Marina T.
MIlano
Luana ci era stata suggerita caldamente da amici che l’avevano conosciuta durante una visita precedente. Le aspettative non sono andate deluse. Anzi… Luana è la guida perfetta… competente, garbata, curiosa, attenta e disponibile.
Chris Griifhts
Australia
A wonderful way to be introduced to the World Heritage sites. Personal interactions are best. Thoroughly enjoyable tour. The time was perfect, 2 1/2 hrs. Luana has an extensive knowledge of the sites & excellent English sense of humour
Margaret
United Kingdom
Luana was a wonderful guide. I had been before but learned so much more on this trip. Luana was so informative, knew so much of the history and background, but was also charming, helpful, spoke excellent English and never made us feel rushed. I would highly recommend a tour with her.