From Riches to Rags: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Assisi
- 2–2.5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore Assisi on this self-guided walking tour through the medieval city and the life of Saint Francis. Wander quiet alleys and sunlit piazzas preserving the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, from the Basilica of Saint Francis to the upper town. On this two-hour tour, you'll have the chance to: * Explore the Basilica of Saint Francis, a major UNESCO World Heritage Site * Discover hidden alleys and terraces overlooked by most visitors * Visit Piazza del Comune, the Roman and civic heart of Assisi * See the Temple of Minerva, preserved since the first century BCE * Admire the Cathedral of San Rufino, where both saints were baptized * Enjoy sweeping views of the Umbrian valley from the upper quarters Perfect for travelers seeking Assisi's atmosphere and layered history, not just a checklist of monuments.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What's not
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Itinerary
Pass by the Papal Basilica of Saint Francis, built soon after his 1226 death above his tomb. See where humble beginnings gave rise to one of medieval Europe's greatest artistic and pilgrimage complexes. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Stroll into Piazza del Comune, Assisi's civic heart since Roman times, framed by the Temple of Minerva, Torre del Popolo, and Palazzo del Podestà. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Pass by the Temple of Minerva, a Roman temple from Augustus's era later reused as a church, prison, and civic building. Its columned façade has survived over two thousand years. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Walk along to San Rufino Cathedral, Assisi's main church, where both Saint Francis and Saint Clare were baptized. Its Romanesque façade remains one of Umbria's finest. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Pass by the Basilica of Saint Clare, built with pale pink and white stone from Mount Subasio, simple and bare compared to Francis's grand basilica. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Stroll toward the Rocca Maggiore, the medieval fortress towering above Assisi, once used to defend and control the city. Sweeping views stretch over the Umbrian Valley below. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Walk along to the Chiesa Nuova, built over the childhood home of Saint Francis, marking his transformation from a wealthy merchant's son to a man of faith. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Pass by the Roman Forum, hidden beneath Piazza del Comune, revealing ancient foundations and artifacts that show Assisi's life centuries before its medieval streets took shape. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Stroll along Via San Francesco, one of Assisi's main medieval arteries, lined with historic buildings, shops, and a beloved bakery serving traditional torta al testo. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Pass by views of Monte Subasio, whose pale pink stone built much of Assisi, including the Basilica and city walls, tying the town physically to its mountain. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The tour starts near the Basilica of Saint Francis, at the lower part of Assisi’s historic center. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
How it compares in Assisi
- Its from-price is 93% below the median of the 130 experiences we list in Assisi.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Assisi
Assisi, in Umbria, is a pink-stone hill town and pilgrimage centre, the birthplace of St Francis and home to a basilica covered in frescoes.
Assisi spreads across the slope of Mount Subasio, its buildings of pale pink and white limestone. The Basilica of St Francis, built in the thirteenth century over the saint's tomb, has two churches stacked one above the other, with frescoes by Giotto and his circle and by Cimabue. The basilica and the town form a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Top-ranked sights in Assisi: Basilica of St. Francis (Basilica di San Francesco), Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi (Basilica di San Francesco d’Assisi) , Basilica of St. Clare (Basilica di Santa Chiara).
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