Guided tour of Roman and Medieval Assisi
This is a tour that goes through the upper part of Assisi, less known and older of the city. The perfect harmony of the cityscape and its natural scenery culminate in the Basilica of San Francisco, a painted theater that shows the lives of the men and women who inhabited this city 800 years ago.
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Guided tour of the Roman and Medieval Assisi
What's included in Guided tour of Roman and Medieval Assisi
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Piazza del ComunePass-by Only
The Roman temple of Minerva was the main building in the forum square. In front of it, another temple dedicated to Castor and Pollux and a court-altar completed the complex. Later the medieval palaces of Priori and Popolo were added. In the Torre del Popolo, medieval measures that guaranteed respect for local laws stand out.
Cattedrale di San RufinoPass-by Only
The most enigmatic facade from medieval times on top of the remains of a Roman sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Cupra or Bona Mater. Remains of a Roman road that connected with the Forum Square that we will visit next
Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'AssisiPass-by Only
Finally we will arrive at the medieval essence of the city of Assisi. The remains of the great Saint Francis rest here and Italian visual culture was born here. More than 10,000 square meters of mural paintings. The most prestigious artists of the late 13th and early 14th centuries gathered in this imposing building that tells us about the daily life of those years: the fashion, the appearance of the houses and palaces, even the language of the hands. and gestures of the figures that express sadness, anger, despair and also gratitude, wisdom, protection. A true book of the human condition. Please note: Sundays and holidays explanation of the Basilica from outside and free entry
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Tips
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The meeting point is the fountain located in Plaza San Rufino
