Walking tour of Assisi: Basilicas and Rocca Maggiore

Four centuries of art and faith on foot through Assisi's medieval streets

A 2-hour guided walking tour of Assisi that moves through the city's main square, the medieval Rocca Maggiore castle, and two major basilicas (San Francesco and Santa Chiara) with a live guide. The tour is wheelchair accessible, suitable for all fitness levels, and available in five languages. Minimum age is 18.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Basilica of St. Francis15m
2. Basilica of St. Clare20m

Walking tour of Assisi highlights

• Start at Piazza del Comune
• View Roman temple
• Observe Rocca Maggiore castle
• Visit Basilica of San Francesco
• Visit Basilica of Santa Chiara

The experience

The tour starts at Piazza del Comune, the main square, where you'll see one of the best-preserved Roman temples in Italy. From there the route climbs to Rocca Maggiore, the medieval castle that overlooks the city, before descending to the Basilica of San Francesco. Your guide will walk you through the life and legacy of Saint Francis inside the basilica itself. The final stop is the Basilica of Santa Chiara, which houses a 12th-century crucifix and was built to hold the tomb of Saint Clare, founder of the Order of the Poor Clares.

The whole route takes two hours and covers the landmarks that define Assisi's spiritual and artistic identity. You move at a walking pace through the historic center, and your guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or German. The tour is built for all fitness levels and all surfaces are wheelchair accessible, so mobility or stamina won't keep you from the sites.

What’s included

• Guided tour led by a live guide in your choice of language.
• entry to the Basilica of San Francesco and the Basilica of Santa Chiara.
• access to Piazza del Comune and views of the Roman temple there.
• the route through Rocca Maggiore.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day17 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 17:00

Book up to18h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Florence Tours by Made of Tuscany

Is this one for you?At 2 hours, this tour leaves the rest of your day free to explore Assisi on your own, eat a long lunch, or move on to another Umbrian town. It's the right length if you want the main sites without committing your whole afternoon to a guide.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

What is the Rocca Maggiore and why is it part of the tour?

Rocca Maggiore is the medieval castle that rises above Assisi. It's included in the tour route because it's one of the defining landmarks of the city's skyline and medieval history, and the walk takes you to it after the main square.

Can I do this tour if I use a wheelchair or have mobility concerns?

Yes. The tour is wheelchair accessible, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options in the area are also wheelchair accessible. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

How long does the tour take and what time of day does it run?

The tour is 2 hours long. Specific start times aren't listed in the tour details, so you'll want to check the booking page for available departure times.

Is there a minimum age for this tour?

Yes, the minimum age is 18. Younger visitors won't be able to join this particular tour.