Sanctuaries and Franciscan Sites surround Assisi

Assisi, Italy

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The ornate Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi is often so busy with tourists and pilgrims that it is hard to get a sense of the saint’s contemplative spirit and deep humility. Experience authentic Franciscan spirituality with this small-group guided tour of Saint Francis’ most significant yet peaceful sanctuaries outside the medieval walls of Assisi, including the San Damiano Monastery, Porziuncola chapel, and Carceri Hermitage.

Experience the peaceful atmosphere of Assisi’s quieter Franciscan sights
Visit three of the most important Franciscan monasteries and chapels
Learn more about the life and spirituality of the saint with a guide
Convenient transportation to sanctuaries outside Assisi’s historic center

What's Included

Professional guide
Transport

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Basilica of Saint Clare
P.za Santa Chiara, 1, 06181 Assisi PG, Italy
In front of the St. Claire Basilica near the fountaine

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

San Damiano

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Eremo Delle Carceri

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

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Learn about St. Francis and St. Claire's inspiring spiritual journey in this historic beautiful unique town of Assisi!

MaryLynn_M, May 2026

The young Italian woman, who was our tour guide, gave us an amazing informative and enjoyable tour of St. Francis and St. Claires's spiritual journey in Assisi! I learnt so much! We could feel that she truly loved her job and her spirit was inspiring and contagious! Forgive me, for not remembering your name. I will always remember your spirit! This was a memorable experience for my 2 adult daughters and I. I want to mention and thank the van driver, who navigated the curvy roads so skillfully. Assisi is truly a spiritual historic quaint unique town, which I fell in love with! A pure joy! The landscape scenery of the countryside from St. Francis' Hermitage and His Basilica was truly breathtaking! This is my favorite town, so far! Don't miss it!

The Franciscan spirit

Sharon_L, May 2026

A wonderful and informative tour of special Franciscan sites outside the old town of Assisi. A must for those who follow Franciscan spirituality.

Great contemplative experience

shoreland, Jun 2025

Werner was excellent in showing us around, giving us time where we wanted to stop . Very knowledgeable of all there was to see and experience. Wished we could have sat longer in the silence of the woods like St Francis

Experiencing the life of St Francis

Barb_K, Oct 2024

The entire experience of learning more about St Francis’s life. Our tour guide was especially competent.

Wonderful Experience

John_G, May 2024

The excursion was interesting, informative and very well done by our private tour gude who was very knowledgeable and personable.

Encountered St Francis of Assisi

Robert_B, Oct 2023

First, Francesca was a wonderful guide. She was very knowledgeable and passionate about Francis and Assisi, and attentive to what we hoped to experience by visiting these 3 sites. I wish the tour was a little longer to allow for more "contemplative" time - particularly Eremo della Carceri (which was wonderful: beautiful statues of Francis, Francis' bed, quiet grounds...) and San Damiano (both were peaceful & uncrowded in contrast with the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli/Porziuncola which was extremely crowded and packed with tour groups). We were 2 couples of family and the transportation was in a comfortable private van. We were very happy with the overall experience.