2 Hour The Secrets of Assisi Underground Walking Guided Tour
Description
With an official Assisi guide, you can explore the basement of the city's cathedral and the archaeological museum for a tour of the remains of the town's ancient Roman forum and some valuable archaeological artifacts housed inside. The sites included in the Assisi underground itinerary are The Diocesan Museum with the crypt of San Rufino and the Roman forum with the archaeological museum.
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The evocative basement of the palace contains the remains of a Romanesque cloister and the crypt of the "Ugonian Basilica" (11th cent.), decorated with very rare coeval frescoes and a Roman sarcophagus with the myth of Selene and Endymion that housed the coffin of the patron saint Rufinus. The museum preserves interesting and valuable artwork from the cathedral, enhancing its historical and religious significance. Completing the site visit are the Cloister and Crypt of St. Rufinus, both from the 11th century. The crypt, an evocative environment located under the nave of the cathedral, is one of the places where Francis used to retire in prayer when he preached in the cathedral.
Beneath today's Town Square, dominated by the Roman Temple of Minerva, the ancient Roman Forum can be visited, which was found during excavations in 1836. The remains of the Forum include the base of the temple with access gates to a monumental cistern, a podium with seats for magistrates, and a tetrastyle temple dedicated to Castor and Pollux.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(3)
Our guide was Francesca and she was very knowledgeable and a very nice and sweet person. She knew owners of various restaurants and the owners gave us samples. It was a very detailed tour and we learned so much history.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your underground walking tour in Assisi with Francesca. Her knowledge, kindness, and personal connections in the town really help bring the experience to life, and it’s great to know you appreciated both the historical insights and the small local tastings along the way. We’re very happy the tour felt detailed and enriching, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another discovery of Umbria!
The guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable and explained so much. Answered many questions. Walk was easy.
Clair was an excellent tour guide! Armed with her deep knowledge of art, she delivered a wonderful appreciation for every painting and artifact now confined to the underworld! She helped us see every item and hear every story as if we were present for their use centuries ago. Well done, Clair!
