Assisi is often associated with spirituality, pilgrimages, and the life of St. Francis. Yet, this medieval town 30 minutes from Perugia is still very much alive, a place where tourists of all kinds fall for its UNESCO sites, quintessential Italian piazzas, and a casual food and wine scene that unfolds around relaxed, tiny trattorias with simple wooden furnishings.
Just a couple of hours from Rome, it’s an ideal day trip or weekend getaway. Discover our 10 insider tips and find the best things to do in Assisi, Italy, like a local!
