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Walking tour of Assisi for one hour
Assisi
Discover Assisi’s sacred aura in a one-hour walking tour. Explore Roman and medieval architecture, and uncover stories of Saint Francis and Saint Clare.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d’Assisi - The route begins outside the Upper Basilica of San Francesco d’Assisi.
- Piazza del Comune - In Piazza del Comune the Roman remains blend perfectly with the medieval architecture, as happens with the facade of the Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva.
- Basilica di Santa Chiara - The tour ends with a visit to the Basilica of Santa Chiara, the Gothic style church is one of the symbols of the city and owes its construction to the citizens of Assisi who decided to dedicate a church to Clare of Assisi, the famous saint who followed in the footsteps of Saint Francis. The white and pink color of the stones of Monte Subasio characterizes the splendid façade which, especially at sunset, reflects the light of the sun creating suggestive plays of light and shadow; a show that gives peace and serenity to those who observe.
- Cathedral of San Rufino - Continuing towards the upper part of the city you reach the Cathedral of San Rufino which, thanks to the Its splendid façade is one of the greatest examples of Umbrian Romanesque churches. Walking down again through the medieval alleys of Assisi you can admire the Piazza del Comune with the Temple of Minerva, a perfectly successful union between the most important Roman temple in the city and the church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva.
What's Included
- Radio guides when necessary
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Anything not specified in the included services
Additional Information
Assisi is enveloped in a profound sense of sanctity, with clear and evident traces left by significant historical figures. The structures, plazas, and monuments that witnessed the lives of Saint Francis and Saint Clare tell captivating and remarkable tales. In the city, remnants from the Roman period seamlessly integrate with medieval architecture, exemplified by the façade of Santa Maria sopra Minerva.
Location
Porta S. Francesco, 1
Porta San Francesco
The meeting point is 5 minutes before the tour departure at the indicated meeting point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
