Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Tour with official guide
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Visit one of the most famous churches of Italy with an official guide. Learn the importance of the Basilica di San Francesco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The Basilica of Saint Francis is a bilevel 13th century building which preserves the tomb of Saint Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints in the world. This grandiose gorgeously embellished church also preserves frescoes by Cimabue, Giotto, Simone Martini, Pietro Lorenzetti and other well-known medieval painters of Italy.
The upper church at the end will make you know the life of Saint Francis through the famous cycle of paintings decorating the church’s side walls.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(6)
Our Belgian guide was excellent; professional and friendly, responding to questions that pre-empted his commentary.
Our guide knew her history and engaged even with the younger kids on the tour. Our guide was an Asissi native who thoroughly enjoyed giving us a great introduction to St Francis
Alessandra made our day in Assisi. Her knowledge of and passion for this place brought Giotto to life before our eyes. She is an amazing guide.
Our tour guide Alessandra was incredible! She was very professional and truly a scholar and authority on St. Francis of Assisi and the Basilica. It was a wonderful experience, and highly recommended.
I visited this but not with a tour guide. St Francis of Assisi was born and died here. It is a Roman Catholic Church. The basilica began in 1298. It has an Upper and Lower church and is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site
