I’m so grateful Pierpaolo Zoffoli of the DiRavenna project is back to give us more of his advice for exploring the Ravenna coast. Here’s his insider’s tips for a Golden Day on the Seaside of Ravenna…
Start out with an adventure! Take a boat trip to Spinaroni Island. This is an amazing tour in the Pialassa, the lagoon outside Ravenna, including a World War II itinerary, where you’ll learn about Partisan Brigades, those brave ones who formed an underground Italian resistance group, fighting Nazis and fascists. Click here for more info. (2 hour trip, 15 euros).
Or, if you’d prefer to bike in the area, you can explore Ravenna’s wonderful Pine Forest=Classe di Pineta that’s also a paradise for birdwatching (flamingos, herons, shelducks, and many more!) Click here for guided bike tours…For more info (Length:2-1/2 hours, 10 euro for bike rental and guide).
Spend the rest of the day in Marina di Ravenna, that has a harbor and lots of beach clubs…
A great place for lunch is Molo Tre Zero — with creative cuisine by Chef Luca, featuring the local seafood!
Relax on a beach in the afternoon… …
For aperitivo and/or dinner, go to Mowa (Viale delle Nazioni 177, 0544530234 ), for great cocktails, pizza, and fresh seafood platters..
Here are some places to have fun after dark:
Taverna Bukowski for good music and a lively atmosphere…
And Hana-Bi…
Which is also a great aperitivo stop…
and they have great concerts, (outdoors May to September), featuring indie rock and experimental music.
Here are some good places to stay, back in the historical center of Ravenna:
Hotel Diana,(Via Girolamo Rossi 47), where you’ll find airy, modern décor, a great staff, and wonderful breakfast buffet.
Or
B&B Capannetti (Vicolo Capannetti 19), a charming place with a garden.
Grazie Pierapolo! Looks like a great place for a lively summer beach scene…
