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  1. 1

    UNESCO basilica with Giotto frescoes and the tomb of St Francis

    • Tip: Go early
    • Tip: Dress code
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    • Photography is not allowed inside
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    Pink-and-white basilica housing the tomb of St Clare

    3 tips
    • See the Crucifix of San Damiano
    • Free to enter
    • Terrace has valley views
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    The central square, on the site of the Roman forum

    • Tip: At night
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    • Cafés on every side
    • Lively in the evening
    • Good meeting point
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    Roman temple facade now a church

    3 tips
    • Free to enter
    • Look at the columns on the square
    • Opening hours vary
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  5. 5

    Medieval fortress above the town

    • Tip: Late afternoon
    2 tips
    • Climb the tower for views
    • Wear comfortable shoes
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    Romanesque cathedral with an ornate facade

    3 tips
    • Where St Francis was baptised
    • Free to enter
    • Visit the crypt
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    Huge basilica enclosing the Porziuncola chapel

    3 tips
    • Take the bus or train from Assisi
    • Free to enter
    • Visit the rose garden
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    Forest hermitage on Monte Subasio

    3 tips
    • Reach by car or a longer walk
    • Quiet and simple
    • Wear sturdy shoes
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  9. 9

    Small convent where St Francis heard his calling

    3 tips
    • Walk down through olive groves
    • Free to enter
    • Very peaceful
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  10. 10

    Pedestrian street linking the basilica to the main square

    • Tip: Go early
    • Tip: At night
    2 tips
    • Browse shops for local crafts
    • Lovely evening light
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Before you go: Assisi tips

Transportation

  • Take the shuttle from the station: Assisi's train station is in Santa Maria degli Angeli below town; local buses run up to the old centre.
  • Park outside the walls: The historic centre is limited traffic; use car parks like Mojano or Porta Nuova and walk in.
  • Wear walking shoes: Assisi is built on a steep hillside with stone lanes and stairs, so good footwear is a must.

Security

  • Very safe town: Assisi is calm and safe, but watch for pickpockets in busy crowds around the basilica on feast days.
  • Beware of fake donations: Politely decline anyone collecting money for charities on the streets; give at churches instead.
  • Watch ZTL zones: Driving into restricted traffic zones can result in fines, so follow parking signs carefully.

Saving

  • Stay in pilgrim houses: Religious guesthouses offer simple, affordable rooms, often with peaceful gardens and views.
  • Visit the basilica for free: Entry to the Basilica of San Francesco is free, though donations are welcome.
  • Buy picnic supplies: Pick up Umbrian bread, cheese and salumi from small shops and picnic with valley views.

Weather/Clothing

  • Dress for churches: Cover shoulders and knees to enter the basilicas; a light scarf is handy in summer.
  • Bring layers in spring and autumn: Days can be warm and evenings cool, so pack a sweater and light jacket.
  • Expect cold winters: Winter on the hillside can be chilly and damp; a warm coat helps, though crowds are lighter.

Cultural

  • Keep silence in sanctuaries: Many churches ask for silence and no photography inside; respect the signs.
  • Taste Umbrian food: Try strangozzi pasta, black truffle dishes and torta al testo, a local flatbread.
  • Join a feast day: Calendimaggio in spring and the feast of St Francis in October bring processions and celebrations.

Local Hacks

  • Stay overnight: Assisi empties after day-trippers leave, so evenings and early mornings are peaceful and magical.
  • Climb to Rocca Maggiore: The fortress above town offers sweeping views over the Umbrian plain, great at sunset.
  • Walk to the Eremo delle Carceri: The hermitage on Mount Subasio is a scenic walk from town and quieter than the basilica.

1-day itineraries in Assisi

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Basilica di San Francesco and around

🕘 9:30–16:45📍 6 stops

  1. 1Basilica di San Francesco
  2. 2Via San Francesco
  3. 3Santa Maria Maggiore
  4. 4Piazza del Comune
  5. 5Basilica di Santa Chiara
  6. and 1 more
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