Assisi - Historic walking tour
You will be visiting the birthplace of Saint Francis, the patron saint of Assisi. Experience the charm of this historic town, a very picturesque place to visit which is sure to delight you.
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Stop At: Porta San Francesco, Viale Guglielmo Marconi 2, 06081, Assisi Italy
Start your tour at the doorway to Assisi, which is of ancient origins yet is well preserved till date. Located just below the Basilica, this medieval gate makes a good stop for you to take some pictures before you start to explore the town further.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Basilica di San Francesco d'Assisi, Piazza S. Francesco, 90133, Palermo, Sicily Italy
Visit a Roman catholic church where St. Francis was born and died. Some of Italy's finest artworks in the Gothic combined with Romanesque style can be found here. It has been a UNESCO world heritage site since 2000. The Basilica is made up of two Churches which are “Basilica superiore”, the upper Church and the “Basilica inferiore”, the lower church.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chiesa di San Pietro, Piazza San Pietro, 09010 Villa San Pietro, Pula, Sardinia Italy
Visit the St. Peter's Church which dates back to 970 A.D. having a Romanesque facade which is designed in a rectangular shape and consists of three entries, the central one has two Lion sculptures crafted on each side. You will admire the interior which is a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza del Comune Centro storico, 06081, Assisi Italy
Walk through the main square of Assisi which starts at the Corso Mazzini, the street which connects Piazza Santa Cliara to Piazza del Comune. Here, you will also get to see the fountain of the 3 lions dating back to the 16th Century. Some of the oldest buildings as well as shops and hotels are housed here.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza del Comune Centro storico, 06081, Assisi Italy
Get to see the Temple of Minerva which was built by the will of Gnaeus Caesius and Titus Caesius Priscus in the 1st Century BC. Dedicated to goddess Minerva, it is one of the well preserved examples of Roman architecture. The renowned German poet Goethe is said to have described it during his visit to Assisi in 1786.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Superiore di San Francesco, Piazza S. Francesco, 06081, Assisi Italy
You will visit the Assisi Cathedral dedicated to San Rufino, the first Bishop and patron Saint of Assisi who takes credit for converting Assisi towards Christianity and is said to have been martyred. The remains of the Saint were put to rest in a Roman sarcophagus now located under the main altar of the Cathedral of San Rufino. The feast day is celebrated on 11th August each year.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Basilica di Santa Chiara, Piazza Santa Chiara, 06081, Assisi Italy
You will visit the Basilica of Saint Claire which is built containing the existing structure of the Church of San Giorgio. The construction of the Basilica began in 1257 under the famous architect Filippo Campello. It is dedicated to St. Clare of Assisi, one of the first followers of St. Francis of Assisi. The remains of St. Claire are kept in the Basilica after being transferred from the chapel of San Giorgio.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Porta Nuova, 06081 Assisi PG, Italy
You will finish your tour at the south-eastern part of Assisi at the Porta Nuova which is one of the eight gates of Assisi and of historical significance.
Duration: 20 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Ponto de partida: Piazza Giovanni Paolo II, 06081 Assisi PG, Italy
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