Basilica of Saint Francis Tour: Explore Italy's UNESCO World Heritage Site with Local Guide
4.5
15 Ratings
Assisi
Explore one of Italy’s most renowned churches accompanied by a local expert. Understand the significance of the Basilica di San Francesco, a site recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d’Assisi - You will start your visit from the lower floor by entering the tomb of saint Francis and then you will keep exploring the church in the altar area where the frescoes about Jesus life are located.
- Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d’Assisi - This grandiose gorgeously embellished church does preserve frescoes by Cimabue, Giotto, Simone Martini, Pietro Lorenzetti and other very well known medieval painters of Italy. Indeed it is one of the most focal points of both art and spirituality. This church is a powerful place for believers and art lovers alike.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Admission fees
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Location
Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Piazza Inferiore di San Francesco
Basilica di San Francesco at lower entrance
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(15 Ratings)
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Hymaryland
Dec 31, 2023
Thumbs up - Michele was an excellent tour guide. Friendly. Knowledgeable. He showed us around the charming town of Assisi. He shared stories of both St Francis and St. Claire. The basilicas are stunning. He provided suggestions on other places to visit, and he gave me specific suggestions on Perugia such as where to park and what to see.
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Cristina_h
Oct 14, 2023
Excellent! - Alberino was a great guide very knowledgeable and would answer all the questions. Patient and soft spoken. I recommend him.
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Ilefloreshotmailcom
Sep 30, 2023
Great experience - Alessandra the guide was fantastic, we learn a lot and had a great experience.
The basilica is amazingly beautiful.
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Gill_w
Sep 19, 2023
Enlightening tour - Andrea, our guide was wonderful - really brought the history of the art to life, and was warm and witty in his delivery. His English is excellent and his style very engaging. I would heartily recommend him.
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Erin_m
Jun 17, 2023
Great experience - Very knowledgeable and passionate guide who shared interesting stories and insights about the history of St. Francis’ life and times.
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Andreas_l
Oct 21, 2022
Assisi for the day - What an amazing experience! To see and understand what and who Saint Francis is was awesome. Our guide Alessandra was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in explaining what we were seeing. I would recommend this tour to whoever visits Assisi, Italy!
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Dana_d
Oct 1, 2022
Awesome - Angelina was a wonderful and knowledgeable. She shared awesome information about the Basilica and we also met Jerry, a Franciscan Frier, who was was very colleaguial.
Wonderful tour!!
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Michelle_m
Sep 17, 2022
Wonderful - Our guide was very knowledgeable and spent a lot of time explaining the frescos and life of St Francis. Going into the crypt where his bones were was spiritual.
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Carolyn_l
Aug 31, 2023
The history of St Francis - The history of St Francis and the frescoes. The guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about her subject matter and explained everything really well.
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Paul_m
Sep 26, 2023
Do not book with Viator - I am a Travel Advisor. I booked this tour for clients who told me that the guide did not show up after they traveled from Rome to Assisi for this tour. I asked for a complete refund on behalf of my clients and received an email back that no refund was available. Then, nearly immediately, another email to disregard that one and that an investigation is pending. This is not the only issue I have with Viator that I am trying to solve.
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