2-Hour Assisi Religious Walking Tour with Carlo Acutis and Franciscan Sites

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the tomb of Carlo Acutis at the Santuario della Spogliazione
• 02 Walk through Assisi's medieval streets between its major sacred sites
• 03 Discover the life and vocation of Saint Clare at the Basilica of Saint Clare
• 04 Learn about the conversion and mission of Saint Francis at his basilica
• 05 Enjoy a small-group religious walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide

Explore the spiritual heart of Assisi on a walking tour focused on three beloved figures of Catholic devotion: Carlo Acutis, Saint Clare, and Saint Francis. Visit the Santuario della Spogliazione, the Basilica of Saint Clare, and the Basilica of Saint Francis as you walk through the city's medieval streets. Along the way, learn about their lives, faith, and Franciscan mission while taking time for quiet reflection in Assisi's sacred spaces.

Begin at the Santuario della Spogliazione, where you will meet your guide and visit the tomb of Carlo Acutis.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Assisi

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Sacred Assisi with Carlo Acutis, Saint Clare, and Saint Francis

Begin at the Santuario della Spogliazione, where you will meet your guide and visit the tomb of Carlo Acutis. Take time to reflect on his devotion to the Eucharist and the Virgin Mary, and learn about his witness of faith in the modern world.

Continue through the medieval streets of Assisi toward the Basilica of Saint Clare. Here, discover the life and vocation of Clare of Assisi and observe the sacred spaces connected to her devotion and Franciscan mission.

Conclude at the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi. Admire the exterior architecture of the basilica complex, learn about the conversion and mission of Francis of Assisi, and spend time in quiet reflection before the tour ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Walking tour of Assisi
• Guided religious walking tour of Assisi
• Knowledgeable local guide specializing in Catholic saints and history
• Visit to the tomb of Saint Carlo Acutis
• Visits to major Franciscan landmarks (interior or exterior, as available)
• Small group experience

What's Not Included

• Transportation to or from Assisi
• Food and drinks
• Entrance tickets to museums or special exhibitions
• Hotel pickup or drop-off
• Gratuities

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• A camera for photos
• Water to stay hydrated during the tour
• Modest clothing suitable for church visits, with shoulders and knees covered

Know before you go

• Some sites may have restricted or timed access during special events organized by the authorities; entry is allowed only if permitted.
• Modest dress is required for church visits (shoulders and knees must be covered).
• Wear comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a camera for photos.
• Stay hydrated during the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore / Santuario della Spogliazione, Piazza del Vescovado, 3, 06081 Assisi, PG, Italy

Tour start

Piazza del Vescovado, 2A, 06081 Assisi PG, Italy

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.