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Cultural & Religious Tours with Umbria Con Me in Assisi - Perugia

Cultural & Religious Tours with Umbria Con Me in Assisi

Assisieasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most visitors, with minimal physical effort required

Overview

Discover Assisi's most iconic basilicas on a guided 3-hour tour with Umbria Con Me. Journey through centuries of art, history, and spiritual tradition—perfect for culture seekers!

Santa Maria degli Angeli, Umbria

THE THREE MAJOR BASILICAS. ST. FRANCIS, ST. CLARE AND PORZIUNCOLA CHAPEL

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THE THREE MAJOR BASILICAS. ST. FRANCIS, ST. CLARE AND PORZIUNCOLA CHAPEL photo 1

About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating 3-hour tour of Assisi, starting at the Basilica of St. Clare, where stunning 12th to 14th-century frescoes await. Experience the grandeur of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels and conclude at the iconic St. Francis Basilica, renowned for its breathtaking artwork by Giotto.


Duration

Approx. 3 hours


About

Meet your guide in front of the Basilica of St. Clare of Assisi and start your tour.

The church 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".

After the visit, you will take a taxi (included) to reach the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels. 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.

After this visit, you will return in Assisi center to visit the magnificient St. Francis Basilica. It 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. The Basilica of Saint Francis is world-famous for its 13th-14th century frescoes by the best painters of Italy at that time. Among those, the most famous is Giotto.


What's included?

  • Tour with official guide of Assisi
  • Round trip transfer from Assisi center to Porziuncola

Exclusions

  • Admission Tickets € 3,00 per person

Please note

  • 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. You guide will explain to you the church from outside, and you will enter alone on silence.

This is a small group tour with max 8 people

Adventure Tips

Wear comfortable shoes

Assisi’s cobbled streets and uneven surfaces make comfortable footwear essential.

Bring a camera

Capture the stunning frescoes and charming streets during your tour.

Arrive early

Beat the crowds and enjoy a more peaceful experience at the basilicas.

Respect sacred sites

Maintain a respectful demeanor while visiting religious landmarks.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Swallows
  • Doves

History

Assisi became a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its impressive medieval architecture and the life of St. Francis, who founded the Franciscan order in the 13th century.

Conservation

Local efforts focus on preserving Assisi’s historic structures and frescoes, balancing tourism with sustainability.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Essential for navigating Assisi's cobblestone streets comfortably.

Camera or smartphone

Perfect for capturing the stunning frescoes and architecture.

Water bottle

Stay hydrated while walking through the town.

Sun protection

Protect yourself from sun exposure on sunny days.

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