Small Group Tour of Assisi and St. Francis Basilica Visit
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Assisi

Partake in a guided stroll of Assisi for a chance to witness the magnificent Basilica of Saint Francis, the Cathedral of Saint Rufino and Saint Claire’s Basilica, along with the bustling heart of the city, Piazza del Comune.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Assisi - Meet the guide at 10:30am and visit the old Roman ruins of the local amphitheater, which was reused in the Middle Ages as a quarry for stones to build local houses. You will see how the amphitheater was turned into a private neighborhood. From there, the view toward the Rocca Maggiore medieval castle is one of the best in the city.

Through narrow alleys and medieval squares you will reach Saint Rufino’s Cathedral and Saint Claire’s Basilica. From there, you will get to the main city square, Piazza del Comune. At the square you will see one of the best-preserved Roman temples in Italy

  • Basilica di Santa Chiara - The Basilica of St. Clare of Assisi, realized with the typical pink stone extracted from the quarry of the Subasio mountain, contains precious frescos dating back to the period from the XIIth to the XIVth century.

In the chapel on the right, along the unique nave of St. Clare of Assisi, finishing in transept and polygonal apse, you can admire the Crucifix which, according to tradition, would have invited St. Francesco in the church of St. Damiano in order to “reset up the Church”

  • Chiesa Nuova - Chiesa Nuova.

The Chiesa Nuova is a church in Assisi, Italy, built in 1615 on the site of the presumed birthplace of St. Francis, the house of Pietro di Bernardone. It was then called Chiesa Nuova because it was the last church to be built in Assisi at that time.

  • Cattedrale di San Rufino - Assisi Cathedral, dedicated to San Rufino (Rufinus of Assisi) is a major church in Assisi.
  • Santa Maria sopra Minerva - The Temple of Minerva is an ancient Roman building in Assisi, Umbria, central Italy. It currently houses a church, Santa Maria sopra Minerva, built in 1539 and renovated in Baroque style in the 17th century.
  • Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d’Assisi - Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the basilica of St. Francis was built under the direction of Brother Elias, vicar general and architect of the order, starting in 1228, just two years after the saint’s death, as a place designed to receive his remains.
  • Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d’Assisi - If the solemn and dark lower basilica invites penance and silence, the upper church soars into the sky, airy and bright.

In a Gothic style with French influences, the nave has four bays, cross vaulting, and a polygonal transept and apse.

What's Included
  • Guided tour with an English-speaking guide
What's Not Included
  • Tips
  • Admission tickets to St. Francis Basilica
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
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Please notice: on Sundays, big Catholic holidays and National holidays, guided tours inside the Basilica of St. Francis ar forbidden. Your guide will explain to you the church from outside, and you will enter alone on silence.
  • The tour is in English
Location
Parcheggio Saba Matteotti
Piazza Giacomo Matteotti
Parking Matteotti is the last parking of Assisi at the top of the city. The big parking in front of the hotel NUN. The meeting point is in front of the park ticket office
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Joanna_t
Mar 31, 2024
Great tour! - I enjoyed learning about the life of St. Francis and St. Claire and seeing the beautiful city. Our guide was very informative!
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Lisa_b
Feb 29, 2024
Great tour guide - We had a great tour with Werner. He is a very educated and knowledgeable tour guide who is personable and funny. It was easier touring with him that trying to plan the day ourselves and so much more fun. We highly recommend him.
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Joan_m
Dec 13, 2023
Excellent morning tour! - What a wonderful way to learn about Assisi with our amazing guide. Easy going, kind and informative. Michael was excellent. I would highly recommend this tour and off-season was the best.
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Cathy_s
Nov 22, 2023
Assisi fabulous!! - Fabulous tour is Assisi!!We highly recommend this tour. We learned to much about this great city and their saints!!
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Jane_k
Oct 22, 2023
Alessandra The Great! - Alessandra was a brilliant tour guide. Her knowledge of Italian and Roman history, plus the Catholic Church and all of its major and minor players, was astounding! She has a gift for bringing the past to life, while helping all of her guests drop right into that era. Many thanks for treating us so courteously.
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Gregory_s
Oct 17, 2023
Great guide! - Morica was very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject matter. She didn’t just list facts, but told a story that held our attention and made the day more interesting.
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Global503130
Oct 3, 2023
Great tour with Michele! - We enjoyed the tour with Michele. He was very knowledgeable and patient with all of the questions! We would recommend the tour to anyone!
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Tanya_m
Oct 2, 2023
Great informative tour - Our guide was absolutely incredible! Felt like we were visiting a friend in Assisi! Very knowledgeable! Great tour!
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Bernadette_c
Sep 27, 2023
Saint Francis Assisi small group Tour - Alessandra was a fantastic tour guide. Her passion and knowledge showed at every landmark of the tour. She was accommodating to all in the group. We just loved this tour the best out of the whole of Italy tours. Thanks Alessandra you are the best!!
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Beatriz_r
Sep 22, 2023
Basic tour - The tour was very basic and merely descriptive of what we were seeing. The guide did not share interesting stories and facts about the city and its sights. It was quite shallow, we could learn more on Wikipedia.
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