Assisi, Italy

Saint Francis's basilica on a pink-stone hill, calm green spring.

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Best time to go
April, May, June, September and October

Budget
Mid-range

Good for
Culture

Don't miss
Basilica of St. Francis

Still under the radar: Assisi hasn't hit the mainstream circuit yet.

Why it made the lists

The Umbrian hill town marks the 800th anniversary of St. Francis's death in 2026, with the saint's remains put on rare public display and pilgrimage events throughout the year.

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• Florence, Italy
• Umbria, Italy
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