Assisi's Sacred Heart: The Absolute Essentials

Assisi’s historic center is defined by its deep Franciscan roots and well-preserved medieval architecture. This selection includes the Basilica of Saint Francis, famous for its Giotto frescoes, and the Basilica of Saint Clare, which houses the saint's remains. Highlights range from the Romanesque San Rufino Cathedral to the Eremo delle Carceri, a remote hermitage on Monte Subasio. The list also features the 12th-century Rocca Maggiore fortress and the Piazza del Comune, a central square built over the city's original Roman forum.