Assisi Full day tour including St Francis Basilica and Porziuncola
Description
See the highlights of Assisi on a 6-hour tour with a knowledgeable local guide.This small group tour will allow you to know about the most authentic places to feel the spirituality of Saint Francis of Assisi. Due to the exposition of the remains of St. Francis, guided tours of the basilica will be suspended from February 15, 2026, to April 6, 2026. The guide will provide an explanation from outside, and then visitors will be able to enter on their own.
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The Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Order of Friars Minor Conventual in Assisi, a town in the Umbria region in central Italy, where Saint Francis was born and died
This bright and spacious basilica consists of a single four-bay nave with cross-vaulted ceiling bordered with patterns of crosses and leaves, a transept and a polygonal apse. The four ribbed vaults are decorated alternately with golden stars on a blue background and paintings.
The Temple of Minerva is an ancient Roman building. It currently houses a church, Santa Maria sopra Minerva, built in 1539 and renovated in Baroque style in the 17th century. The temple was built in the 1st century by will of Gnaeus Caesius and Titus Caesius Priscus, who were two of the city's quattuorviri and also financed the construction.
Erected in 1615 on the remains of a building believed to be the home of St. Francis. The building’s architecture design is from the Renaissance period. The façade, built of brick, is divided by four pillars supporting a Doric entablature, with attic gable, above which rises a hemispherical dome.
The Basilica of Saint Clare is a church dedicated to and contains the remains of Saint Clare of Assisi, a follower of Saint Francis of Assisi and founder of the Order of Poor Ladies, known today as the Order of Saint Clare.
It's located 4km away from the center of Assisi. The white building nestles in a quiet lane surrounded by mountains. This is the hermitage of the Carceri where St. Francis and his followers were praying and meditating. "Eremo" means hermitage in Italian
San Damiano is a church with a monastery near Assisi, Italy. Built in the 12th century, it was the first monastery of the Order of Saint Clare, where Saint Clare built her community.
Built on a grandiose scale, the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli is the seventh largest Christian church. Its magnificence may be at odds with the simplicity preached by St Francis himself but the flocks of pilgrims coming to visit the primitive Porziuncola chapel and the Cappella del Transito called for a building that was able to accomodate the faithful.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- On Sundays, major Catholic holidays, national holidays, and on October 3rd and 4th, guided tours inside the Basilica of St. Francis are not permitted. On these dates, your guide will provide an explanation from outside the church, after which you will enter independently and in silence.
- On October 4th, the Basilica of St. Francis is closed to visitors.
Reviews(18)
This was an excellent day tour, highlighting the life of Saint Francis around Assisi, from his initial days, through his teaching and to his death. While the sites within Assisi were amazing, those outside the town were maybe even more impressive, because they reflected his deeper personality. The Hermitage was particularly moving. Our guide Michaele was knowledgeable, and he took care to tailor the tour to our own interests. AA++ day.
Thank you so much for this beautiful and detailed review! We’re truly glad you experienced such a meaningful day in Assisi, following the life and legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi. It’s wonderful to hear that both the city highlights and the more secluded places outside town left such a strong impression, especially the Hermitage, which is often one of the most emotional parts of the journey. We’re also very happy to know that Michele was able to adapt the experience to your interests and make the day feel personal and engaging.
We had a great experience on the all day tour. Great way to see and learn about this beautiful city. Our tour guide - Marica- was amazing. She brought history alive - especially St Francis and St Clare .we recommend without hesitation.
Wonderful visit divided into two half days. on 31 afternoon the Basilica of the Saint and the next morning S. Maria degli Angeli, Porziuncola, S. Rufino and walk along Assisi to the Basilica of the Spoliazione with a visit to the burial of Carlo Acutis. Our guide was Mrs. Myriam whom I thank sincerely for expertise, preparation and affability
Penultimate religious visit on a meditation tour: to think of this place in 1200, its "bed", its visions: for a believer it is to draw closer to his faith.
Gentile turista, non ha mai partecipato al nostro tour, forse voleva fare una recensione generica su Assisi ma evidentemente ha sbagliato ad inserirla.
We loved learning about St. Francis and St. Clare and seeing the beautiful city, art, and countryside. Our tour guide, Mikelle, was so knowledgeable and insightful. This was our best Italian excursion.
Marika was absolutely outstanding. We appreciated her knowledge of Saint Francis and the region. She was such a delight to be with all day. I would highly recommend the private tour.
Very informative and the guide was extremely knowledgeable. The trip involves a lot of walking and hills but I didn't feel rushed
Outstanding. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and responded to all our interests and questions. The private driver made things very convenient and easy. The guide made adjustments that suited the daily schedule of various places.
The entire trip was so deeply touching. It was a journey through Saint Francis's life and conversion. It also included a side trip to visit Blessed Carlos Acutis. My wife and I are believers with and affinity for Saint Francis. This was the main focus of our trip to Italy. Our wonderful guide, Alexandra made this so much more impactful. In addition, her knowledge of local customs, culture, and history contributed greatly to our wonderful experience in Assisi. It added much depth and understanding. We felt so welcomed. I might also add that she made our tour fun!
Must-see, the Porziuncola, Santa Chiara, the Basilica of San Francesco, the woods of San Francesco, we shot little because it was raining and we entered late, next time I hope to do it all but maybe in spring summer. Assisi is all beautiful there is nothing to say, the houses, the cleanliness of the city, while the character of the people....🤔 not really nice.
