It was a rainy day so maybe that impacted my mood, but it wasn’t the best experience. Seeing the Banksy exhibit was fairly cool. I was sad the spiral staircase was roped off- not sure how long it will take to fix??? There was also a concert that night so the crew was limiting being able to walk around the grounds, so views were limited and the grounds were a mess.

The view is great, there is small place where to buy snacks and something to drink. You can walk over there, by car and one agency is coordinating the transportation. To go inside, better to buy in advance the ticket.

Rocca Maggiore is a medieval fortress that overlooks Assisi and the Umbrian Valley, and certainly should be visited when you go to Assisi. It was originally constructed in the 12th century and expanded in the 14th century and it served both as a military stronghold and a symbol of papal authority. You can explore its towers and narrow passageways within the walls, and enjoy incredible views of the valley, and of the town below. Currently there is an exhibition of the work of English artist Banksy, included with the admission price of €8.

This was a real climb to get too. You can drive up. This fortress is nearly 1000 years old and facisnating. The view is spectacular. There was also a Banksy exhibition on which was fabulous.

The most interesting place in Assisi. The path to the fort is a bit steep but well worth the effort. Do not miss the tunnel between the main fort and the tower.

Beautiful spot. To be fair I did not pay admission. Just sat on the lawn area with my wife enjoying the beautiful views.

An impressive ancient edifice. We went specifically to see a Banksy exhibit.

Just recently had a visit to this beautiful Cathedral every work of Art & piece of Sculpture is better than the other 👌 St Clare is one of my favourite Saints 💚.

Thank you for being able to visit the church in person on 15/5/2025 and drink beer that can only be found in Assisi🍻It would be great if I could stay for one night next time

May 2025. Nice Church with a square. The square has a fountain and carousel plus a nice view of the lowlands

Here is a 500-word review of the **Basilica of Santa Chiara** in Assisi, Italy: --- **Basilica of Santa Chiara – A Sacred Gem in the Heart of Assisi** Nestled on the slopes of Assisi with sweeping views over the Umbrian valley, the **Basilica of Santa Chiara** (Saint Clare) is a peaceful, radiant tribute to one of the most beloved figures in Christian history. Though often overshadowed by the grand Basilica of Saint Francis just a short walk away, Santa Chiara offers its own powerful spiritual presence and architectural beauty that moves visitors in quieter, more intimate ways. Built in the mid-13th century and dedicated to **Saint Clare of Assisi**, a close follower and spiritual companion of Saint Francis, the basilica serves as both a place of worship and a physical testament to her legacy. Clare was the founder of the Order of Poor Ladies, later known as the **Poor Clares**, and she lived a life of radical poverty, humility, and service. This same simplicity is echoed in the church’s design. The façade of the basilica is striking in its understated elegance. Composed of alternating bands of pale pink and white stone from Mount Subasio, it reflects the light in soft, ethereal tones—particularly at sunrise or sunset. A large rose window adorns the front, typical of Umbrian-Gothic architecture, and the entrance is humble, yet inviting. The bell tower, added later, completes the silhouette of the church against the sky. Upon entering the basilica, the **atmosphere shifts dramatically**. It’s quiet, dimly lit, and deeply contemplative. The simplicity of the interior draws the eye and the heart toward what matters most: prayer and reflection. Frescoes adorn the walls, including some attributed to early followers of Giotto. These delicate images tell the story of Saint Clare’s life and her profound faith, adding color and warmth without overwhelming the space. The true heart of the basilica lies beneath, in the **crypt where Saint Clare’s body rests**, displayed in a glass coffin. Pilgrims and visitors alike approach with reverence. Her incorrupt body, long preserved, serves as a reminder of the depth of her devotion. Surrounding her tomb are relics of both Saint Clare and Saint Francis, including tunics, haircloths, and personal effects that humanize these legendary figures and connect the visitor to their daily lives. Outside the basilica, the **piazza** offers a panoramic view of the Umbrian countryside, making it one of the most beautiful and tranquil spots in Assisi. Whether you're a pilgrim, a history enthusiast, or a casual traveler, sitting on the stone steps as the bells chime can be a moment of deep peace. The **Basilica of Santa Chiara** is not grand in a worldly sense, but its spiritual weight is undeniable. It embodies the Franciscan values of humility, beauty, and inner strength. In a town steeped in faith and history, this sacred space is both a monument to a powerful woman and a place where the soul can breathe. Visiting Santa Chiara is not just about seeing a church; it’s about feeling a presence—a gentle call to simplicity, compassion, and silent grace.

Absolutely beautiful basilica. The crypto of Saint Clare is special and worth spending a good amount of time. There's some beautiful artwork, cross, architecture. It can get busy at times though.

Very beautiful and artistic church. It's right near the town centre.

A deeply religious place related to Saint Chiara of Assisi. Her remains are found in the crypt of this basilica.

So special to experience these beautiful churches - up and down! We got to enjoy an English mass at 9am on Sunday. Touring with Rick Steeves podcast in our ear was great (also the town walk is so good). Loved the museum in the back. The highlight of course was the crypt, to spend some time in the presence of St Francis. Well- we know his presence is with us in Christ, but so cool to see his tomb. The Giotto frescoes are amazing and the ceilings- wow, that blue- I love it.

Lovely Medieval town - Assisi - famous for St Francis' Basilica, which we visited. Also had a lovely cappuccino but didn't stay for lunch. Escalators available to get you into the higher parts of town from all the car parks so no worries for older and less mobile visitors. A must-see if in Umbria

Today's highlight. You don't want to miss this place when in Assisi. Prepare for a walk uphill and downhill. Travel light but bring some coins or bills for the offering and candles. There's plenty of good restaurants and giftshop in the area. Walking distance to visit the tombs of St. Clare and Saint Carlo Acutis.🙏🙏🙏

What an amazing experience to be able to come on a pilgrimage here. The church is very beautiful and full of meaning. There is a tomb of St. Francis of Assisi under this church. There is also a museum, and a souvenir shop. Don’t forget when you enter, there is a prayer paper that we can take and write, so that later we can bring it to the tomb area of St. Francis, and we give to the brothers here to pray. Then don’t forget after shopping at the souvenir shop, bring it to the blessing section near the exit.

We visited here as part of a tour group, it has amazing art work throughout, its just a shame you can not take photos of your visit. It is a very large complex and will stun you by its size, it gets busy and has some stairways that are narrow.

Another beautiful and amazing church in Italy, the Papal Basilica and Sacred Convent of Saint Francis in Assisi. We can visit the tomb, the mortal remaining of St Francis of Assisi, which was preserved since 1230. Also, this church is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. there are two distinct churches: the Upper and Lower Basilicas. Visitors can explore intricate chapels adorned with remarkable artwork while learning about the rich history through audio guides.

A beautiful building with breathtaking murals inside. Photos are not permitted inside but it is well worth visiting. The murals are floor to ceiling and it's also a pleasant place to spend an hour out of the heat just admiring the works. ⛪

I already visited Assisi two times and I will do it again and again. It is a great town where you enjoy history, old places, cathedrals and saints... The Cathedral is well know and usually open for tourists. Make sure to spent at least 2 days in Assisi where you can enjoy food and wine as well.

May 2025. The cathedral is free to enter and worth visiting, but it also has a museum and tower that you can access for a fee. The museum has a guide / recommended path so you don't miss anything. The view from the tower is very nice, plus you are able to get close to the church bells.

The Cathedral of San Rufino is dedicated to Assisi’s first bishop and patron saint, Rufinus, whose remains are kept in the crypt beneath the church, which you can see for a small fee. The current Romanesque structure dates to the 12th century and is notable for its well-preserved facade with carved lions, symbols, and biblical scenes. The interior has been modified over the centuries, blending medieval and later Baroque elements. The cathedral is also historically significant as the site where St. Francis and St. Clare were both baptized.

The Cathedral of San Rufino is beautiful and steeped in history. It gets busy, especially since admission is free, but the visit is quick and absolutely worthwhile. Definitely worth a stop while exploring Assisi.

Lovely church, fabulous bell tower with views of Assisi. Experience where Francis and Clare were baptized. Some early Roman ruins under the church made visible. Great art as always!

Fabulous architecture and paintings. Unfortunately you are not allowed to take photos inside the cathedral, but it's right to respect the people and mass, therefor it's ok.

Cappella delle Rose in this medieval Cathedral, fine frescoes by Tiberio d'Assisi, from 1518, depicting scenes from the Saint's life are the main attraction. The multi-paneled canvas Madonna of the Rosary, painted in 1581 by Lorenzo Doni, paintings by Jacopo della Quercia and Filippo Lippi, highlights of this place

It’s truly a blessing to come back to San Damiano. The history of this church is so inspiring. You feel the spirit of St Francis and St Clare in here. The presence of God is so powerful in this quiet and serene church.

An absolute “don’t miss part” of a pilgrimage or spiritual trip to Assisi. I did the walk from the Basilica to her sacred place and back to town. My life will never be the same.

Beautiful church and convent, full of peace and silence. Beautiful views. Entrance is free. They are veeeeery puntual in closing the monastery however and There is no water at times and the bathrooms are at the parking

Try and arrive while non rush hour. The walls and floors bear witness of the deepest dedication in love of God across centuries - the prayer in the small chapel was touching and gentle…

The experience is nice, not too touristic. The place “explains” itself with some boards throughout the tour. Nice experience for those seeking to know better the story of St Francesco. To be aware: the original cross of San Damiano, to which St Francesco / Francis prayed, is today in the Church of St. Clare in Assisi.

Love this Church . Full of history and stories from St Francis and his companion

Oh my word. San Damiano is beautiful. It is the place, where in 1205 St Francis heard God speak through a beautiful cross. It has not changed much since that time apart from some repairs and improvements. It is a place of prayer and quiet reflection. It is definitely worth a visit to look round and pray.

Enjoyed a wonderful meal on two occasions, cannot say enough about the food and service. The lentil soup was the best I EVER had in my life. Vegan friendly but also a carnivores paradise. Generous portions and fair price. Highly recommend a reservation in advance.

Had much today. Service was fast friendly and efficient. We sat on patio with view. We first dined here in 2017. We often bring gusts when touring Assisi. Food is excellent and the views amazing. Reservations required. Highly recommended.

Amazing view from the terrace. If you time it right, you can watch the sunset. Really friendly and super efficient service. Best to reserve but we were lucky with a walk in for two immediately as they opened at 7.15pm. Lovely food and an excellent bottle of Orvieto Classico for a very good price. One of the most enjoyable dinners I've had in a long time.

Very rude manager - at 14:45, I very politely asked if he spoke English and then asked if it's possible to order a coffee and he said, quote, "we're not a bar, we're a restaurant and we are closed." Sign posted outside says they're open until 15:30. He could have at least shared sorry, that's not possible as we're a restaurant. It's possible you'll receive service if you're white (I'm not). I visited years ago and was warmly welcomed and had an early afternoon coffee on the terrace, unsure if the manager was having a bad day or if it's the rise in hostility towards non-white people. Either way, I'd avoid. Update: my partner was there and heard the entire conversation, the manager's reply is not true. He was very rude and smirked and me, it was 14:45 (I have a Google Maps timeline to show we arrived at 14:42) and we would have been happy to order lunch if he shared that as an option but didn't even invite us to come back later, he definitely did not thank me and definitely did not suggest ordering food or lunch, he outright said we are not a bar and we are closed. He clearly did not want my business. This is the complete opposite of other businesses in Assisi that warmly welcomed us for coffee and dessert, and several that went out of their way to hand me a business card and invite me for dinner. I don't recommend eating at Le Terrazze di Properzio.

I would recommend this place to anyone visiting Assisi. The food is delicious, the menu offers plenty of choice. Aside from the very extensive wine list they also have a few curious beer options. The staff is very friendly, polite and speak english very well. If this wasnt reason enough, the view from the terrace is astonishing. Make sure to be here at around 20.30 to watch the sunset while enjoying good food and drinks.

Perfect for a date! The raviolis were very tasty. I recommend making a reservation if you want the perfect view but even if you don’t have one the whole restaurant is beautiful.

This was a really great experience. The view is incredible and the food and wine were great. Make a reservation. Staff is competent and helpful but in a very Italian way, so (for my fellow Americans) don't expect the constant checking you might get in the US. Ask politely for what you want (seeing the wine list again, ordering another dish, etc or you'll be waiting a while.

I don’t usually give out 5 stars so easily but this restaurant definitely deserves it. Food was delicious and made with quality ingredients. Special shoutout to their chocolate cake + vanilla ice cream: must try! The staff is friendly and we felt welcomed. I recommend their lamb chops too. Ambiance is great, both inside and at the terrace.

Excellent food. Regional, fresh, well prepared and plated. Would like to try everything on their menu. Nice wine selection too. Highly recommend getting a reservation for which WhatsApp worked well.

Enjoying the #umbrianCuisine 😍at #trattoriaPallota Ravioli 😍😋 Suckling pig Guinea fowl Delicious food and excellent wine and service 😍

We absolutely loved Trattoria Pallotta in Assisi. Even though we arrived late due to a delayed flight and it was close to their closing time, they still warmly welcomed us, took our orders, and served us without any hesitation. The food and service were both amazing — truly a hidden gem worth discovering.

Excellent food, we especially loved the Stangozzi with truffle and the in maialino da latte. The service was very good even though it was a busy evening.

We had the rabbit and the sucking pig. This place is a 10/10. This is the kind of food you would want for your last meal on earth. Everything was amazing from the tender meat to the sauce. They truly know what they are doing. I don't have a picture of the pork because it was too good for my wife to wait for the photo opt.

Heavily locals/italians to the point where (some of them) talk about the English speakers. No problem if you have tough skin I guess :) Food and service were excellent and a truly incredible meal. Highly recommend. This is easily the best place we ate in Assisi.

They must change the chef. The food is well below our standards, which is not very high. I am not a food critic and I am not a picky eater. The first course is the Octopus which is good. We enjoy it very much. When the main courses came, it is disappointing one after the other one. The pawn is tasteless and textured is soft and 100% not fresh. The sea base is so overcooked that even a cardboard might be softer than it. The steak is the second worst. It is medium rare, so it should be cut easy. But no. It cannot be cut though, a big piece of tender was still attached with the meat. The meat is tasteless. The waiter ask how is the food and we told him the fish is way overcooked. He took it out from the bill. Thank you for doing it. He is the only waiter for 6 tables. He is very nice and food. He took care of everyone With ease. Even have time to have small talks with some table in Italian. The resturant has good atmosphere. We wish that the food is better

Tutto il mio era eccellente! Everything was excellent! We ordered several dishes and got to share everything from the pasta, to seafood, to meat, and then dessert of course. All the flavors were amazing. The staff (Fatima in particular) was welcoming and very helpful. I’d definitely come back when in Assisi again and recommend others to check it out. The building is from the 19th century so the Italian vibes were real 💝

Hidden Down a tiny alley one finds this gem… Il Vicoletto. The ambiance was welcoming and friendly. The home made bread so attractive and super tasty. A meal in top 3, we’ve had on our 43 day journey. Tagliata di vitello on a bed of the sweetest figs, a delicate Gorgonzola sauce and topped with shaved truffles. All paired with wines recommended by the owner. We savoured ever morsel and didn’t want the meal to finish .. it deserves 10 stars.

Beautiful classic Italian restaurant. Very cozy and historic, being able to eat a great family meal in a 19th century establishment. Thank you Fatima for a wonderful dining experience!

It is a nice restaurant in the centre of Assisi. At Il Vicoletto, they serve delicious Italian food with a twist. It's not the standard dishes you get at many places, just a little extra.

In our Italy tour, this was the most expensive and less tasty meal we had so far. Why reinvent something already good? Why cooking a carbonara like you do? The plates are not well served. The waiter stays inside and you need to wait long time to order anything. I don’t recommend it for a family.

Top quality! We had octopus, squid and the lamb chops as well as the tiramisu and all courses were delicious. Highly recommend!

Located in the heart of the Piazza. They have a friendly service. Food quality is good and ingredients are fresh. Prices are reasonable. The truffle product had a very mild taste and odor of truffle but food was good overall.

The setting is nice, with a central square atmosphere, but unfortunately it was on a slope which made everything slide on the table. The food itself was less than average in terms of taste, and the prices felt quite high for what we got

We popped in here to escape the crowds and heat and ate inside. We had the salad with chicken, the side salad, the torta al testo (bread sticks), and the potato leek soup. Everything was excellent! The soup had crumbled saffron breadcrumbs and I ate every bit! The salads had a nice mix of greens. Our waitress was fast and funny.

Wow, what an awesome experience! The food was super tasty — everything we ordered was spot-on and full of flavor. You can tell they really care about quality. The service was amazing too; Luigy was super nice and made us feel right at home. And the place itself? So cozy and stylish, with a really good vibe

Very delicious and was super quick. The nice part was that it was open on the early side. Most restaurants do not open until 7 or 7:30 pm.

We were recommended to this restaurant by our host and it did not disappoint. It looks touristly but turned out to be very popular with locals. Everything was delicious but the lasagna with bacon, mushroom and truffle was something uniquely flavourful to us. Their ham was also very decent. Service was actually pretty fast compared to the average. Recommended to arrive early for lunch since the place was full after 1245.

Great lunch experience tasting the local cuisine. I believe truffle is very popular in this area and used in some of dishes. My wife ordered delicious lasagna with mushroom and truffle. Mine was veal fillets and artichoke with red wine sauce. Assorted antipasti to start and local wine to pair with. Nice and attentive staffs.

Beautiful restaurant - very well arranged and has big windows with an excellent view towards the old town. The food is very good, we did the tasting menu with wine pairing. The major downside was the service. Empty glasses were left on the table for a while so at one point we had 6 wine glasses, 4 of which were empty, that was a consistent theme of the night. Explanation about the dishes was somewhat lacking. The amuse-bouche while tasty seemed underwhelming.

This is an excellent fine dining restaurant by all standards. The food is excellent. Chef Enea was very pleasant and his food was tasty. Tariq our waidter was pleasant as well.

Elegant restaurant located in the best Hotel of Assisi. The personnel is very nice. The cuisine is regional, but creatively made.

Absolutely delicious and the most unbelievable view of the city. We had the 6 course tasting menu and it was perfection - special shout out to the risotto with sardines and the garlic pasta. Wow. Thank you to the amazing chef, and especially Vanessa who was brilliant. She made our visit extra special. Would recommend to anyone visiting Assisi for a special meal!

Really well prepared food with good service in lovely surroundings. Thank you

The most amazing view, delicious umbrian food and very nice service. I can only recommand.

We have been coming here for several years and it was run by several different owners.. the present team is a treat to be served by, the food is excellent which I would describe as contemporary Italian.. the service was impeccable and we loved all aspects of the restaurant… we will be back soon … Glad it reopened…