Via Portico is a narrow, short street that connects Via S. Francesco to Piazza del Commune. It is lined with shops, restaurants, and gelaterias. Also provides a nice view of the top of the Campanile of Santa Maria sopra Minerva. **IT IS NOT CLOSED TO...More

The evening view of the Basilica and the surrounding countryside from here is really spectacular. This of course coupled with the portico which is memorable by itself.

Tuscany, Umbria ... how many ways can the average person say quintessential Northern Italy? Who would not want to spend several (rain-free) days here? So much to see and do and only a tourist's stop worth of limited time to taste it. But here goes...More

Enter the square and take time to enjoy the ambience and view of the Cathedral. There are some steps that take you up to the garden which also gives you a good view.

You can't mistake this magnificent entrance to the Basilica San Francesco. Plenty of places to rest and even a toilet! Sit and watch the world and his brother go by. Beautiful views of the valley below.

This is the square that we walked a while back to get to the Basilica of St. Frances, beside the arched passage there is nothing else to see.

Adjacent to the Basilica of Saint Francesco, this beautiful porch that runs along the courtyard where there is the entrance to visit the tomb of the saint. This is a great place for great photos and beautiful views, pity though that is sometimes ruined by...More