Assisi's Spiritual Heart: St. Francis Basilica Small Group Tour
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Join a walking tour of Assisi to see the wonderful Basilica of Saint Francis, Saint Rufino’s Cathedral, and Saint Claire's Basilica as well as the lively main city square – Piazza del Comune. 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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Jan_S, 10/23/2025 7:26:33 AM
We had a very knowledgeable guide who was enthusiastic about the history and eager to share it with us.
Beth_H, 10/23/2025 2:22:35 AM
Excellent tour but not suitable for anyone with mobility problems. Our friend has a bad back and had to drop out toward the end.
Tim_M, 10/11/2025 8:17:17 AM
Our tour guide was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and informative. She went above and beyond what was expected of her. This was one of the best tours we’ve taken.
Steven_L, 10/6/2025 8:27:10 AM
An outstanding tour in every way. Our guide was very knowledgeable. We saw everything we wanted to see.
Crispin_D, 9/27/2025 3:10:32 AM
Wonderful tour, wonderful guide. The walk through the city and church’s was beautiful. The guide was patient and had an excellent knowledge of the place.
Marie_D, 9/21/2025 5:01:26 PM
Major problem was the lack of tour guide enabled audio headset. We were a large group visiting a few churches and other places. Given the need to quietly communicate, the tour should have included the headsets, but didn’t. So for most of the tour it was nearly impossible to hear what the guide was saying. Finally for our last stop, the Papal Basilica, we were required to purchase a headset. It was ironic and unexpected since we had needed headsets for the entire tour. Making us pay for them just for the last place on the tour was ridiculous. We should have been given the headsets at NO Charge from the beginning of the tour. I was disappointed with how this tour was organized.
Z8534FProbertt, 9/13/2025 4:15:59 AM
Francesco was very knowledgeable and patient and helpful. We learned a great deal anb Assisi and the many basilicas and Saints.
Alfredo Q, 9/7/2025 5:28:13 AM
Could only click on a 4 but would rate it a 5. Our guide was knowledgeable about Assisi, the churches along with the artistry inside and outside of the churches.
Marie_L, 9/2/2025 8:26:24 AM
It was great; better b/c the weather was good; be aware there is a lot of walking uphill and steep stairs.
Gerti_B, 8/14/2025 3:23:13 PM
Great way to find out very interesting, historical, cultural… facts about Assisi. It was very pleasant to have a guide who seemed genuinely interested in what he presented and also interested in echanging with the group. The 2,5 hours did not feel long, even for my teenagers.
- 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
- 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
- IMPORTANT: Matteotti parking lot is closed for renovation; no parking is possible. The meeting point remains confirmed at Matteotti parking lot.
- On October 4th the Basilica of St. Francis is closed
- 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.
Departure point
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 officeRedemption
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. If you do not comply with this dress code, you may be refused entry. On Sundays, major Catholic holidays and national holidays, guided tours inside the Basilica of St Francis are forbidden. The guide will show you the church from the outside and you will enter alone in silence. On October 4th the Basilica of St. Francis is closed The tour is in English IMPORTANT: Matteotti parking lot is closed for renovation; no parking is possible. The meeting point remains confirmed at Matteotti parking lot.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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