Matera

Visit Matera with a walking tour in Italian: history, caves and culture in the iconic Sassi

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Experience the magic of Matera with a live Italian-speaking guide and explore ancient stone districts, hidden caves and sacred rock churches in one unforgettable walk.

Live guide

Italian

Duration

2 hours and 30 minutes

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- Guided walking tour of Matera’s old town, Caveoso and Sasso Barisano

- Italian-speaking professional guide

- Entrance to the Cave House

- Entrance to the Rock Church Sant’Antonio Rupestre

- Food, drinks and personal expenses

- Guided services in other languages

Discover Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, through a guided tour in Italian that brings you into the real everyday life of the Sassi. As you walk through stone alleys, ancient dwellings and small caves carved into the rock, you will understand how this place remains today a piece of living, authentic history. Visit the Cave House and the Rock Church of Sant’Antonio, two stops that clearly show how faith, ingenuity and daily life intertwined in these unique spaces over the centuries.

The tour continues through atmospheres that shift at every turn, with shafts of light, carved arches and tiny rooms that seem taken straight from an archaeology book, yet still convey a strong sense of life and community. With the guide you will learn how people organized their lives in these caves, what practical solutions were invented over the centuries and how this heritage is still preserved and shared today. If you wish, you can also pause to taste some local products, because here food truly belongs to the culture and the land.

- The walking tour is 4 km long
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
- The tour is carried out in Italian


What is included in the Matera Walking Tour?

The tour includes a guided walk through Matera’s old town, visits to Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, and entry to the Cave House and the Rock Church Sant’Antonio Rupestre, all led by a professional Italian-speaking guide.

How long is the Matera Walking Tour?
The tour lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes and follows a route of roughly 4 km through the most evocative areas of the historic Sassi.

Is the tour available in languages other than Italian?
No, this tour is conducted exclusively in Italian with an Italian-speaking guide to ensure accuracy and depth of interpretation.

Where is the meeting point for the Matera Walking Tour?
The meeting point is at Martulli Viaggi Info Point, Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, where the guide will gather the group before starting.

What should I wear for the Matera Walking Tour?
It’s recommended to wear comfortable clothes and sturdy walking shoes, as the tour involves uneven paths and gentle climbs.

What are the main attractions covered in the Matera Walking Tour?
You will explore Matera’s old town, the Cave House, the districts of Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, and the remarkable Rock Church of Sant’Antonio Rupestre.

Why is Matera a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Matera is recognized for its ancient cave dwellings and for being one of the oldest continuously inhabited urban settlements in the world.

How can I buy tickets for the Matera Walking Tour?
Tickets can be purchased online by selecting your date and checking availability, with prices starting from €15.00.

Do I need to arrive early for the Matera Walking Tour?
Yes, arriving about 10 minutes before the scheduled start helps ensure the tour departs on time.

Can I reschedule my Matera Walking Tour?
Yes, rescheduling is possible up to 72 hours before the tour, giving you flexibility in planning your visit.

What is the cancellation policy for the Matera Walking Tour?
You can cancel free of charge up to 72 hours before the tour and receive a full refund.

Ancient stone buildings built into a rocky hillside, with a cobblestone path winding through the scene under a partly cloudy sky.
Hilltop town with tightly packed stone buildings and a tall church tower, surrounded by winding roads and trees, under an orange sky.
Ancient stone buildings built into a rocky hillside, with a cobblestone path winding through the scene under a partly cloudy sky.
Hilltop town with tightly packed stone buildings and a tall church tower, surrounded by winding roads and trees, under an orange sky.

Where it is

Sasso Caveoso, Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso

Martulli Viaggi Info Point, 3/5, Via Alessandro Volta, 75100, Matera.

Reschedule and cancellation policy: free cancellation up to 72 hours before the tour, with full refunds available. Rescheduling is also allowed within the same time frame.


Activity provider: Martulli Viaggi

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