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Rocca Maggiore: Our most recommended tours and activities

Assisi 3-Hour Small Group Tour & St. Francis Basilica Visit

1. Assisi 3-Hour Small Group Tour & St. Francis Basilica Visit

Explore Assisi on a 3-hour walking tour with a guide who will tell you about the history, art, and local traditions of one of the most famous hill towns of Italy. Meet your guide and head to the ruins of the ancient Roman amphitheater, which was later put to use in the Middle Ages as a quarry for stone to build local houses. See how the amphitheater later was turned into a private neighborhood. From this vantage point, the view of the Rocca Maggiore medieval castle is one of the best in the city. Continuing along narrow alleys and through medieval squares you’ll reach the Cathedral of Saint Rufino Cathedral, the Basilica of Saint Claire, and Piazza del Comune, the main city square. At the square you’ll see the Minerva temple, one of the best-preserved Roman temples in Italy. It is surrounded by imposing medieval government buildings. The tour then continues on to the Saint Francis Basilica, which is well known for its 13th and 14th-century frescoes created by Italian masters of the time, including Giotto.

Assisi: Self Guided Audio Tour

2. Assisi: Self Guided Audio Tour

Explore Assisi on a smartphone tour. Learn about iconic landmarks like the Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi, the Basilica di Santa Chiara, and the castle of Rocca Maggiore. Download the app and start your self-guided adventure. Use the navigation function to easily find sights and photo hotspots. Stroll along planned routes and immerse yourself in the history and culture of this ancient town. View the UNESCO World Heritage site where Saint Francis died at the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi. See where Saint Clare's remains were found at the Basilica di Santa Chiara. Admire the 800-year old stone castle of Rocca Maggiore. Tune in to the audio commentary to hear about tourist attractions. Start or pause your tour whenever you wish. Have the freedom to design your own schedule.

Assisi: 2-Hour Walking Tour

3. Assisi: 2-Hour Walking Tour

Admire the rich art and tradition of Assisi on a guided walking tour. Start your tour at the main square, the Piazza del Comune. See one of the best-preserved Roman temples in Italy: The Temple of Minerva, built in the Late Republic period of the 1st century BC. Walk among medieval government buildings and the remains of an ancient forum. Visit the medieval castle of Rocca Maggiore and then continue to the famous Basilica of San Francesco. Learn about the famous Saint Francis and his fascinating life from your guide. Go to the Basilica of Santa Chiara, another important place of worship in the city of Assisi, and see its 12th-century crucifix.

Assisi: Walking Tour

4. Assisi: Walking Tour

Assisi: the best-known Umbrian city in the world Home-town of Saint Francis, peacefully set on the slopes of the Subasio Mountain, Assisi is famous all over the Christian world. The Basilica of Saint Francisis one of Europe’s most important sanctuaries and undoubtedly the cultural highlight of the entire region. Our guides will show you the most important monuments, the roman remains, the charming intact medieval town, surprising views and the town’s hidden treasures. + Half day Itinerary Piazza del Comune (central square) Minerva temple Chiesa Nuova Oratory of St. Francesco Piccolino Basilica of St. Claire San Rufino Cathedral (option)

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What people are saying about Rocca Maggiore

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 74 reviews

The most beautiful of Assisi in half a day. Countless experiences, facts, explanations about buildings, paintings, churches, Francis, etc... which would otherwise not be found on the internet or in travel guides. Guide Francesca even worked overtime to give us all the explanations. Highly recommended, especially at the beginning of eg a few days of Assisi; after that you can visit other monuments, churches, etc... much better yourself. Assisi is overwhelming, moving, wonderfully beautiful, very cozy and so authentic, with very friendly people above all. Not to mention the restaurants! Super umbrian rustic kitchen and oh so cheap.

Assissi was beautiful and a wonderful place to visit. Having a tour and understanding the history made our stop at Assissi even more amazing. We were late for a small group tour and our guide kept in contact with us and met us as soon as possible. She was excellent.

Paolo was an amazing guide who not only shared his art history background which was very informative- but also his personal passion for St Francis and St Clare that helped us understand and appreciate these two saints and the historic time in which they lived.

A great walking tour full of history and fascinating insights. Andrea was a very knowledgable and professional guide with excellent English. Highly recommended!

guide was very good. was like a theological history professor. the group enjoy Eduardo;s tour