Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Live a suggestive walk of 2 hours in the history of a modern city still stuck to its origins, accompanied by a specialized local guide. This tour will allow you to explore the most picturesque corners of one of the Sassi di Matera, UNESCO World Heritage Site and European Capital of Culture 2019: "Sasso Caveoso". Discover the baroque district, the rock churches, the typical houses of the rural culture as well as the beautiful landscapes that were the locations of the biblical and historical films filmed in the city.

1. 1

   Sassi di Matera

   20 min

   Meeting in Piazzetta Pascoli where you can enjoy a fantastic view of the Sassi and the Murge upland. Walk in the streets where great directors such as Pasolini and Mel Gibson have made memorable movies.

2. 2

   Museo Di Palazzo Lanfranchi

   30 min

   View of the Palazzo Lanfranchi, which houses the Museum of modern and medieval art of Basilicata.

3. 3

   Sasso Barisano

   15 min

   The Sassi di Matera are two districts: Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   15 min

   Visit the church of San Pietro Caveoso. Church of San Pietro caveoso is regarded as one of the major religious points of reference in Matera both for the size of the parish and the strength of its assets.

5. 5

   Chiesa rupestre di Santa Lucia alle Malve

   15 min

   Santa Lucia alle Malve is a rupestrian church in Matera, an ancient monastery that welcomed Benedictine-order nuns between the 8th and 16th centuries.

6. 6

   Antica Matera Casa Grotta

   10 min

   La Casagrotta is the typical dwelling of the Sassi carved into the rock. The casagrotta is composed of 4 rooms dug on three levels, with attached stable and cellar.

• Service animals allowed
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Comfortable shoes are recommended
• Activity level: moderate.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.