Tours and Tickets to Experience Chiostro di San Francesco
Chiostro di San Francesco
- The Cloister of San Francesco is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers, though many of the streets in Sorrento’s historic center are narrow and paved with cobblestones.
- Modest clothing is required to enter the church and cloister.
- The cloister is one of the prettiest sights in Sorrento, so don’t forget your camera.
People Also Ask
There are plenty of ways to experience the Cloister of San Francesco. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:
While it’s free to visit the Cloister of San Francesco on your own, plenty of affordable tours can help you learn more about the monastery and Sorrento’s local history—and have some fun along the way. Walking tours start at around US$55, while private tours with transportation are closer to US$500.
The Cloister of San Francesco is typically open from 7am to 7pm daily. However, the picturesque monastery is also a popular spot for concerts and city events, so it may be closed during those times. To be extra sure, check the monastery’s calendar before visiting.
The best times to visit the Cloister of San Francesco are during the spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasant, and the site is typically less crowded. Early mornings and late afternoons tend to provide a quieter, more intimate experience, plus great lighting for photos. Weekdays are quieter, too.
The Cloister of San Francesco was built on the ruins of a 7th-century monastery, though today’s edifice largely harkens back to the 14th century. A monastery for the Franciscan Order, it showcases Gothic and Romanesque architectural styles. It features beautiful frescoes that depict the life of St. Francis of Assisi, a bell tower, and more.
There are many attractions near the Cloister of San Francesco, including Piazza Tasso, Sorrento’s main square; the Sorrento Cathedral, or Cattedrale di Sorrento; the Museo Correale di Terranova, a lovely art museum; and Bagni Salvatore, a cityside swimming area with views of Roman ruins—not to mention all the scenic wonders of the Amalfi Coast.