What to do in Gualdo Cattaneo

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Gualdo Cattaneo Attractions

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Places of interest in Gualdo Cattaneo

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Gualdo Cattaneo attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Lake Trasimeno

Lake Trasimeno is one of Umbria’s jewels. Nestled amid rolling countryside, vineyards and olive groves it is both a natural haven and a cultural treasure. Explore the villages dotted along the shoreline and discover their fascinating history and architecture, or simply soak up their peaceful atmosphere.
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Lake Trasimeno showing a park and general coastal views

2. Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels

The Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli is an enormous church that attracts pilgrims from across the globe with its Baroque chapels and Franciscan origin story. Learn about St. Francis of Assisi, who chose to live a life of poverty in the 12th century.
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Santa Maria degli Angeli showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views

3. Basilica San Francesco di Assisi

A powerfully affecting site for believers and art-lovers alike, the Papal Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi is the crowning jewel of the town’s UNESCO heritage-listed Franciscan structures. Immense in scale and ambitious in design, the basilica can be seen from miles around and boasts glorious views into the valleys surrounding the town of Assisi. Spend an afternoon exploring the churches, gardens, piazzas and the crypt that houses the elaborate tomb of St. Francis.
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Papal Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi which includes interior views, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

4. Basilica of Santa Chiara

Constructed between 1257 and 1265, the Basilica of Santa Chiara is of great historic and spiritual significance. The church is named after St. Clare, a friend and protégé of St. Francis, who founded the Order of Poor Ladies, which still has thousands of members today. Take advantage of the excellent photo opportunities available in the adjoining piazza, from which you have wonderful views of the valleys south of Assisi.
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Basilica of Santa Chiara featuring farmland, landscape views and a church or cathedral

5. Cathedral of San Rufino

Although less famed than some of the other religious buildings in Assisi, the Cathedral of San Rufino is a site of enormous historic, spiritual and architectural significance. Dedicated to Assisi’s patron saint, Rufinus of Assisi, who converted the town to Christianity in the 3rd century, the Cathedral of San Rufino stands on the ruins of two other religious buildings. Explore the cathedral’s interior, the surrounding piazza and the subterranean crypt to see a diverse array of architectural styles and learn about the importance of the site in the history of the Franciscan Order.
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Cathedral of San Rufino featuring religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

6. Orvieto Funicular

The Orvieto Cable Car is an innovative transport system dating back to 1888. It is an efficient mode of transport for carrying passengers between the charming old town zone and the modern development surrounding the Orvieto Railway Station. Enjoy the pleasant views of the Umbrian countryside on your journey up the fortress hill, home to the town’s most significant landmarks.
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Orvieto Funicular featuring signage and heritage architecture

7. Piazza del Comune

Widely considered one of the best-preserved medieval squares in all of Italy, the Piazza del Comune is the focal point of the town of Assisi. Explore the open-air restaurants, gelatarias and wine bars that surround this pedestrian-only square, giving it a lovely warm atmosphere that attracts tourists and locals. After a long day sightseeing on the hilly streets of Assisi, the piazza is the perfect place to sit back and relax.
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Piazza del Comune showing heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

8. St. Patrick's Well

St. Patrick’s Well is an innovative cliff-top construction built to source water in the event of a medieval siege. Pope Clement VII ordered its assembly after escaping a besieged Rome and taking refuge in Orvieto. Walk the stairwells pockmarked with internal windows for a glimpse into Orvieto’s history.
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St. Patrick\'s Well featuring interior views

Recommended things to do in Gualdo Cattaneo

Number of things to do
141
Things to do from
£4
Cheapest thing to do
Assisi: Bosco di San Francesco Entry Ticket
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

Day trip destinations from Gualdo Cattaneo

Bevagna showing heritage elements

Bevagna

Todi which includes a small town or village and landscape views

Todi

Bettona

Bettona

Montefalco which includes a square or plaza and markets

Montefalco

Collazzone

Collazzone

Photo "Massa Martana" by Francesco Allevi (CC0) / Cropped from original

Massa Martana