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Is Matera Worth Visiting?

Ancient cave dwellings carved into a ravine — one of the oldest continuously inhabited places on Earth. A straight answer on whether Matera is worth the trip — what makes it special, who'll love it, and the experiences that seal the deal.

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2h to 3h

Discover Matera, the ancient city - English tour

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...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $35 a person
2h

Guided Tour of Matera Sassi

Discovering Matera, the city of the Sassi which has the title of European Capital of Culture for 2019 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $17 a person
1h to 1h 10m

Tuk Tuk tour Matera - between History, legend and anecdotes

Visit Matera on board a bee, a comfortable and fun experience.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $62 a person
15 min to 30 min

Materasum_Materaunderground

1200 m2 underground, to discover the history of the city of the Sassi and beyond, up to a depth of 12 meters.

  • 4.6★ · 89 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $9 a person
Alberobello
10h

Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari

In this tour we will visit the wonderful town of Alberobello (also known as the city of trulli) and Matera Alberobello was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996 because...

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From $64 a person
7h

Altamura and Matera Tour from Bari with Transport Included

Discover the authentic charm of Altamura and Matera on a tour from Bari.

  • Free cancellation
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From $80 a person
40 min

Tuk Tuk tour Matera - Panoramic tour by bee calessino

A tour of the three districts in the historic center of Sassi with panoramic stops and curiosities about the recent history of the city of Matera: from a national shame to a city...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $38 a person
1h 30m

Panoramic Tour of the Sassi of Matera in Open-Bus with House-Cave

Discover the magic of Matera with the panoramic bus tour!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $23 a person
2h

Self Guided Walking Tour of Matera with Audio Guide

Explore Matera at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone.

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From $6 a person
2h 30m

From Matera : Murgia Park and Sassi at Sunset Tour

Live a unique experience in the heart of the Murgia Materana Park, between uncontaminated nature and millennial history!

  • Free cancellation
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From $29 a person
2h

Walking tour of the Sassi of Matera with Casa Grotta/Church

Discover the timeless magic of Matera, one of the most fascinating cities in the world, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $17 a person
3h to 4h

Matera Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Matera, you've come to the right place!

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From $8 a person
3h

Guided Tour to the Sassi of Matera in Spanish

Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera The tour of the Sassi of Matera investigates various architectural particulars of the city of Matera in a route that, starting at the Città del...

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From $41 a person
2h

Tour in the Sassi of Matera with Casa Grotta and Rock Church

It is a complete Tour with a very good Authorized Guide also called "WIKI LUCA".

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $16 a person
3h to 3h 15m

Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people

The Sassi of Matera, the cathedral, the rock churches and the cave house are the most important ancient sites of this complex city, and visiting them alone can be counterproductive.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $52 a person
1h 45m

Matera Official Open Bus Tour with entrance to Casa Grotta

Discover Matera with a panoramic bus tour ideal for visiting the Sassi in a comfortable way and without long walks.

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From $23 a person
Matera
9h

From Polignano & Bari - Alberobello & Matera Self Guided Tour

Explore Alberobello and Matera independently, with comfortable transfers from Polignano a Mare (7:45) and Bari (8:45).

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From $63 a person
2h

Matera : Sassi tour with the iconic churches carved into the rock

With an authorized guide you will visit the beauties of the historic center of Matera reaching, with a pleasant walk, places and breathtaking views.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $26 a person
2h 30m

Matera Guided Sunset Tour: Murgia Timone&Belvedere with Transfer

Discover the wild and ancient side of Matera on a guided walking tour through the Regional Park of the Rupestrian Churches.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $29 a person
1h 30m

English Matera Tour included entrances Cave House and RockChurch.

English Guided tour in the Sasso Caveoso, Sasso Barisano and City Center During our guided tour we are going to see the amazing old city of Matera. We are going to visit the...

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From $29 a person
3h

Complete Sassi of Matera Small Group Walking Tour with Tasting

This 3-hour walking tour is perfect for travelers looking to experience the Sassi of Matera in a deeper and more complete way, beyond the usual panoramic routes.

  • Free cancellation
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From $31 a person
2h

Visit the Sassi of Matera with Brunella-exciting Sassi Tour

This is an exciting tour.

  • 4.9★ · 52 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $17 a person
2h

Guided tour of Matera including Casa Grotta and Rock Church

We select the best locations thanks to our experience and passion.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $14 a person
2h

Matera's Sassi Walking Tour - PREMIUM GUIDES

Discover the historical "Sassi" neighbourhoods with a high profile guide.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person

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