Assisi

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Pilgrims flock to this hilltop town in Umbria, which is the birthplace of St. Francis and home to a fascinating collection of churches, temples and museums.

Assisi is a picture-perfect city nestled amid the rolling green countryside of Umbria. An air of romance pervades the zigzagging medieval streets where St. Francis of Assisi, Italy’s patron saint, lived and worked. The city’s architectural wonders earned it the crown of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Spend your time visiting the centuries-old churches, galleries and museums that elbow up against boutiques, cozy cafés and wine bars.

A good place to start your visit is at Piazza del Comune, an attractive square home to the 13th-century Palazzo del Capitano. Admire the preserved façade of the 1st-century Roman Temple of Minerva, which today houses the Baroque-style Santa Maria Sopra Minverva church. See Roman-era funerary urns and tombstones at the Museo e Foro Romano, situated in a tunnel beneath the square.

From Piazza del Comune, stroll east along Via S. Rufino street toward Piazza San Rufino, pausing to glimpse inside galleries, jewelers and leather stores as you go. Spot frescoes, grotesques and the font in which St. Francis was baptized at the Cathedral of San Rufino. A short walk from here is the striking Basilica of Santa Chiara.

Wander northwest along atmospheric streets until you reach the city’s crowning glory, the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Take your time to browse the paintings by Cimabue, Giotto and Pietro Lorenzetti. On your way back to the city centre, visit the beautiful frescoed chapel Oratorio dei Pellegrini. Afterwards, enjoy views of endless green landscapes from the 14th-century fortress Rocco Maggiore.

More attractions sit on the hillsides at the southern edge of the city. These include the Church of San Damiano and the monk-inhabited hermitage of Ermeo delle Carceri, on the slopes of Monte Subasio.

Assisi’s restaurants serve typical Umbrian dishes such as boar, black truffle and hard wheat pasta dressed with fruity olive oil. Sit at an outdoor terrace, order a glass of locally produced wine and appreciate the city’s magical charm.

Assisi is about a 40-minute drive from PerugiaOpens in a new window. Get around the city on foot and rent a bike to explore routes in the unspoiled natural beauty of the Umbria region.

Where to stay in Assisi

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Assisi Historic Center

Churches, art galleries, and museums are some highlights of Assisi Historic Center. Make a stop by Basilica of Santa Chiara or Cathedral of San Rufino while you're exploring.

Assisi Historic Center
Giotto Hotel & Spa

Giotto Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Fontebella 41, Assisi, PG
The price is CA $120 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
CA $120
CA $142 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Assisi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (717 reviews)
"Beautiful and clean hotel. Perfect location. Beautiful restaurant views. 100% recommended"

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Giotto Hotel & Spa
TH Assisi - Hotel Cenacolo

TH Assisi - Hotel Cenacolo

4 out of 5
Viale Patrono d'Italia 70, Santa Maria degli Angeli, Assisi, PG
The price is CA $134 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $134
CA $157 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Assisi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (562 reviews)
"4 star hotel but feels like 5 stars!"

Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2025

TH Assisi - Hotel Cenacolo
BV Grand Hotel Assisi

BV Grand Hotel Assisi

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Renzi No 2, Assisi, PG
The price is CA $135 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $135
CA $159 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Assisi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (291 reviews)
"Very nice hotel convenient parking and close to public transport."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

BV Grand Hotel Assisi
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Suite Assisi

Suite Assisi

Via Eugenio Brizi 5, Assisi, PG
Stay at this aparthotel in Assisi. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Basilica San Francesco di Assisi and ...
Suite Assisi
Dimora al Vescovado in the heart of Assisi! x6

Dimora al Vescovado in the heart of Assisi! x6

Assisi
Stay at this apartment in Assisi. Popular attractions Basilica San Francesco di Assisi and Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Right in the middle of everything."

Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2025

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Double Room Mavitur Rooms

Double Room Mavitur Rooms

Assisi
Stay at this apartment in Assisi. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Basilica San Francesco di Assisi and Basilica ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Beautiful room in a very lovely location. We were very happy to be "on the hill" as it added to our Assisi experience. The check in process was flawless. The host was very gracious and quick to help resolve any problem or concern. There is a small fridge in the room, which was adequate for our short ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

Double Room Mavitur Rooms
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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