On this tour, you'll discover the prehistoric rocky settlements of Matera. With your guide, you'll go through different alleys, rock churches and cave dwellings while learning about the city's past.
You'll make a stop at Piazza San Francesco d’ Assisi, a Baroque-style church, and then walk to one of the highest points in the city. As you wander around the winding lanes, you'll reach Via Fiorentini and visit the rock church of Sant'Antonio Abate.
You'll get an insight into the Church of San Pietro Caveoso while passing through Via Madonna delle Virtù and Porta Pistola. The tour will round off at Piazzetta Pascoli where you can take in the panoramic views of the Sassi.
Discover Matera with a panoramic bus tour ideal for visiting the Sassi in a comfortable way and without long walks. The experience combines panoramic routes, short walks in the historic center and entrances included in the symbolic places of the city.
From Tramontano Castle the tour reaches Piazzetta Pascoli, one of the most suggestive viewpoints to admire the Sasso Caveoso, and Piazza Vittorio Veneto, the heart of modern Matera overlooking the Sasso Barisano. The descent continues towards the Sassi with panoramic stops, a visit to a rock church carved into the rock and a typically furnished Casa Grotta, to understand life in the Sassi until the 1950s.
The bus facilitates travel in areas with elevation differences, making the tour suitable for all ages. Ideal for a first visit, for those seeking iconic views, culture and comfort in a single experience.
On this walking tour, you will stroll around Sassi – a part of Matera that was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site and designated as the 2019 European Capital of Culture.
You will navigate the maze of houses and churches carved into limestone rock along with your guide. As you take in the sights, you will hear some stories about Sassi and what makes it an ideal location for films that retell biblical narratives.
Aside from the Sassi, you will also get to see the Church of Purgatory and Matera Cathedral.
An immersive experience to discover everything that makes Matera unique by discovering motherhood and trying to enter, even in the philosophy of life of this strange and unique city.
Along with me, Renato, or Gaetano, all licensed guides with a visceral passion and love for the city.
The city of Matera, with its ancient districts, is considered among the oldest in the world. An authentic open-air museum that describes with spectacular continuity the life of man from the Stone Age to the present day.
Tour not really tourist, step by step you will discover the history of the city, the stories and vicissitudes of those who lived in the Sassi in addition to art, architecture. a 360° analysis of Matera “Shame of Italy” and “World Heritage”.
You will also pass through some locations of the films 007; The Passion, W.Woman. the Group could have a maximum of 18 people. If necessary radios will be given to facilitate the tour
Discover the magic of Matera with the panoramic bus tour! A comfortable and engaging experience that will take you to discover the Sassi of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while crossing streets rich in history and charm. During the tour you will admire the ancient houses carved into the rock and enjoy beautiful views of the Murgia Park. The tour also includes the entrance to a typical cave house, to get to know the lifestyle of the Sassi inhabitants up close, and a 40-minute stop in Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, one of the most suggestive of the city. On board, an experienced tour leader will accompany you with explanations in Italian and English, to make your trip even more interesting and complete.
Live a unique experience in the heart of the Murgia Materana Park, between uncontaminated nature and millennial history! With an expert guide, you will explore scenic trails that wind through spectacular canyons, ancient caves and rock churches carved into the rock. Admire the Sassi di Matera from breathtaking vantage points and discover the biodiversity of the park, with aromatic plants, birds of prey in flight and traces of prehistoric settlements. Let yourself be fascinated by stories about the communities that inhabited these lands and the traditions that still resonate among the stones. Each step is a journey through time, between legends and breathtaking views. Perfect for lovers of nature, photography and authentic experiences, the tour will give you unforgettable emotions and the feeling of being part of a magical place, where history and nature come together in a perfect balance. An unmissable adventure in the suggestive Basilicata!
If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Matera, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local guide, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Matera! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!
1200 m2 underground, to discover the history of the city of the Sassi and beyond, up to a depth of 12 meters.
Time and space are lost in a journey from its origins to today.
The history of Matera narrated in one place.
A city under the city made of houses, streets. cisterns, production environments and places of worship in a world to be discovered.
Live a unique experience walking in a fascinating and mysterious world. Book your visit to the Hypogeum now.
It rises in the Murge plateau between the Itria Valley and the gates of Salento, it has origins of the sixteenth century. Its business has four generations that for decades has preserved the traditional spirit of the Apulian farms.
The protagonists of this zootechnical reality are the cows. Every day they are milked and their high quality milk, used in the company's dairy, becomes the main source from which it all begins.
The commitment of expert hands in the production of latex and cheeses at km0, guarantees our customers freshness and goodness.
Discover the timeless magic of Matera, one of the most fascinating cities in the world, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Be enchanted by the alleys and breathtaking views of the famous Sassi, a maze of ancient dwellings that tell centuries of history. Stroll through the rock-carved streets, where every corner reveals a piece of local tradition, and admire the unique landscape that makes Matera a must-see destination. A walking tour designed to fully immerse yourself in the beauty and charm of this millennial city. Book now your experience and live a journey into the past, in an atmosphere that will leave you breathless!
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Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sassi di Matera on a panoramic car tour in a Renault Twingo cabriolet. This unique experience allows you to explore ancient rock churches and traditional dwellings while enjoying the refreshing breeze with the roof down. With an expert driver, delve into the rich history and culture of Matera, accessing hidden corners and breathtaking panoramas that showcase the city's charm. Perfect for small groups, this intimate trip accommodates 2 to 4 adults, ensuring a personalized exploration of the enchanting landscape of Matera without the hassle of walking.
- Explore the historical Sassi di Matera in a Renault Twingo cabriolet
- Access to unique sites and stunning views of the ancient city
- Suitable for small groups of 2 to 4 adults for an intimate experience
Interactive pasta making course, you will learn from a real local how to bring with you one of the symbolic dishes of the Apulian tradition.
The menu includes a vegetarian base and will be entirely made with fresh ingredients.
Please notify us in advance of any dietary restrictions.
In just an hour you can visit the most interesting places in the old town and in the Umbertino village. Our slogan is the best way to visit the city of two seas. In fact, it often happens that you are just passing through our capital, you stop only for a few hours, a fleeting meal and you are disappointed to have noticed a beautiful city but that for reasons of time we did not linger as it would have deserved because the territory is quite extensive, what better opportunity then to speed up everything by spending a pleasant hour letting yourself be guided aboard a nice Calessino bee? Seeing is believing.
On this tour, you’ll have the chance to see Parco delle Chiese Rupestri – an outdoor settlement that features rock churches carved out of the edges of cliffs and caves. This impressive area has structures that cover a vast period of history – from the prehistoric times to the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages.
You’ll start with a visit inside the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Palomba where you’ll be able to see the cellar, kitchen and refectory.
Along the route, you will also cross the dramatic Golgota area, chosen by Mel Gibson as a filming location for The Passion of the Christ thanks to its timeless and cinematic scenery. The tour will conclude with the opportunity to see a beautiful sunset over the city.
