Free self-guided walk · Assisi

Basilica to basilica

A free self-guided walk in Assisi, from the Basilica of St Francis along Via San Francesco to Piazza del Comune and the Basilica of St Clare.

Distance
1.6 km
Walking time
21 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Assisi on foot.

Keep quiet in the basilicas.

  • Terrain: Steep.
  • Best time: Morning.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Basilica of St Francis

    Start at the basilica.

  2. Via San Francesco

    The main street.

  3. Temple of Minerva

    On the main square.

  4. San Rufino Cathedral

    Up to the cathedral.

  5. Basilica of St Clare

    Finish at St Clare.

Tips

  • Cover shoulders and knees.
  • No photos inside the basilica.
  • Wear good shoes.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.