Things to Do in Matera

Visit the city of Matera in a tuk tuk to admire all the city's most iconic locations while comfortably seated.

Discover the secrets of one of the most ancient cities in the world on a guided tour of Matera.

Get ready to experience something extraordinary: an authentic journey between emotions and culture. Every detail of our experience is designed to give you the most: breathtaking places and fascinating stories that will make you feel part of the place. It's not just about visiting, it's about immersing yourself: you'll meet locals, discover stories you don't find in guidebooks, and bring home true memories, full of energy and inspiration. Book now and be surprised: every moment will be a new chapter of your journey to tell!

Explore the world's most interesting underground olive oil museum!

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Set off from Matera for a day of authentic discovery in the heart of Puglia's wine country and enjoy a guided visit to the Domenico Russo Winery and immerse yourself in the traditions of local winemaking.

Step back in time at the Crypt of the Original Sin, a natural cave adorned with stunning biblical frescoes from the 8th century. Enjoy an included ticket, audio guide, and transfer from Matera.

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. Save time with an expert guide by taking part in a tour that includes all the most unmissable monuments! Discover the history and curiosities about the Matera Sassi and enter the Cathedral, the most representative rock church of the city (the Madonna di Idris) and visit the first cave house in Matera.

View an awe-inspiring recreation of Matera through the centuries

Get ready to be amazed by the historic center of Matera on this guided walking tour. You'll see the famous churches and rural houses of this city in Basilicata.

Discover the haunting charm of Craco and the rich heritage of Amaro Lucano on this private day trip from Matera. Travel in comfort through the scenic Basilicata countryside, explore one of Italy's most iconic ghost towns, and dive into local tradition at the Essenza Lucano Museum.

Discover Alberobello and Matera on a self-guided or guided tour (depending on the selected option) from Bari. Explore their UNESCO sites, the Trulli and the Sassi, for an unforgettable experience.

Set amongst the unique and beautiful nature of the Basilicata countryside, the farmhouse was built using traditional and local materials. The farm includes over 2000 olive trees and around 300 orange trees as well as organic fruit and vegetable plots that provide eggplants, zucchini, tomatoes, artichokes, chicory, lemons, cherries, pomegranates and much, much more. Guests will learn to cook in the farm's professional kitchen.

Discover the cultural and historic highlights of the Murgia region

Cave dwellings, rock churches and giant ancient cisterns: explore Matera's historic centre in a fun and comfortable way on this tuk tuk tour.

Experience adrenaline, scenery, and local flavours on an unforgettable day trip from Matera to Castelmezzano. Ride the new panoramic Lucanian Dolomites rollercoaster, taste authentic Lucanian delicacies, and explore one of Italy's most picturesque mountain villages—all with the ease of private transport and personalized pick-up.

On this tour, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Alberobello and Matera with two tour guides, who will help you learn about the history and customs of these places, and you will also have the opportunity to sample typical local products.

We will visit a beautiful UNESCO site like the Sassi of Matera: SASSI represents an extraordinary urban ecosystem able to perpetuate the most distant prehistoric ways of the past to live in caves up to modernity. Known as "the Underground City", Matera is famous for being one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. On October 17, 2014, Matera was declared the European Capital of Culture for 2019.

Explore 2019's European Capital of Culture on a guided walking tour of Matera

Discover the ancient cave dwellings and rock churches of Matera, the European Capital of Culture for 2019, on this fascinating guided tour.

Discover Sassi of Matera, from being the “shame of Italy” to being a UNESCO Heritage site with your professional guide.

Explore Matera’s Sassi with entry to a Cave House and a Rupestrian Church. Enjoy an immersive tour and a special encounter with a local who shares authentic stories of life in the ancient quarters.

The panoramic tour "Private Tour in Ape Calessino" - the Sassi in Ape "will allow you to have an exclusive experience to visit the city of Matera comfortably aboard the vintage and iconic ape calessino. The tour winds through the most beautiful alleys and squares, between Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. During the tour you will make some panoramic stops in the central squares and you will be able to admire the main attractions of the city. An excellent opportunity to learn about the stories and curiosities of this heritage of humanity.

Immerse yourself in an Italian city's history and culture by learning how to make this delicacy at our bread making workshop in Matera.

Choose this private tour to explore Alberobello with an expert guide. No stress, transportation is included!

Walk through the UNESCO-listed Sassi of Matera on a guided tour. Discover cave dwellings, the rock church of Madonna de Idris with its frescoes, enjoy breathtaking views and local products samples.

Starting from Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, you will explore the Sassi, the ancient districts of the city. Discover Matera's charm, from the most beautiful and breathtaking viewpoints, to the most hidden and fascinating corners. Entering the caves of Matera, you will see how families once lived. You will visit the palombaro, the large cistern for the rainwater collection, and you will learn how the people of Matera collected the rainwater, essential for the survival of the population. Knowing all the secrets of Matera, you will learn how this city went from being the 'shame of Italy' to be a UNESCO site and a jewel of the Italian cultural heritage.

Join us for a tour exploring three iconic landmarks of Matera in a single day—the Lombard Cemetery, the Church of Santa Maria d'Idris, and a Cave House.

You'll get to know anecdotes, curiosities and all that happened behind the scenes of the film shot in Matera.

Enjoy a unique gastronomic experience in an ancient cave dwelling in the Sassi of Matera. You can also discover the old loom, the historic oven, the Grotta del Mulo (Mule's Cave), and the water cisterns!

Organize with us your Private Tour in the Sassi and Murgia Materana. Aboard a comfortable 8-seater Mercedes van you can discover everything there is to see in the city. From Sasso Caveoso to Sasso Barisano, we will cross the Old Town until we reach the Belvedere with its breathtaking view! Bottles of water will be available to our Guests. We offer customers a “private tour” service that allows you to visit the length and breadth of Matera Everything is set up to allow you as much as possible to enjoy every single moment of your trip, and all in value for money! During the Tour in Van an audio guide service will be provided You can choose the following languages: Italian/English/Spanish/French/German/Portuguese/Bulgarian/ Czechoslovak/Danish/Chinese/Estonian/Polish/Russian/Hungarian Entrance to all listed sites is included during the Tour. In short, only with US you can visit EVERYTHING!

Follow agent 007's footsteps on this James Bond tour in Matera. We'll visit spots where the film No Time To Die was filmed.

Book your electric bike tour of Matera and immerse yourself in the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage City.

Discover the charm of Alberobello and Matera at your own pace, with convenient bus transfers from Monopoli: two of the most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites, visited and loved by both Italians and international visitors.

Our drivers with luxury cars speaking English Italian Spanish have a special permit to arrive in front of your cruise. Sit back and reacquaint yourself with the journey. Port permit is included in the price Beware of imitations . many drivers do not have a permit and you will be dropped off at the stop free bus (15 minutes from the port in the sun or rain)

Join us for a two-wheeled adventure on this electric bike tour of Matera! Explore nature, history, and local flavors along the Basilicata countryside.

Visit the city of Matera with this open-top bus. Get to know the Sassi in complete comfort, and take the opportunity to capture some great shots.

Sunset adventure among canyons, caves, and rupestrian churches! Discover the Murgia of Matera, amidst fragrant flora, hawks in flight, and breathtaking views of the Sassi. Pure excitement in the wilderness.

The experience of our team will lead you towards the discovery of the true and authentic soul made in the south, made up of food and wine excellence, typical crafts and sites of historical and cultural interest. Our company is a true airline, the only Italian company in southern Italy authorized to perform commercial flights with passengers, as it has a license issued by ENAC, the National Civil Aviation Authority and specific aeronautical insurance.

Want to explore the Sistine Chapel of cave art? On this tour of the Crypt of Original Sin, we'll visit one of the most peculiar temples in Matera.

Enjoy a unique guided tour of Matera to learn all about the city's ancient history, exploring old dwellings and churches carved in the rock.

Walking tour of the Sassi of Matera with a local guide: from the historic center to the Sasso Caveoso, with the rock churches of Santa Maria de Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone and cave house.

what to do in Matera after visiting the beauty of the stones? you can live a unique experience, inside a cave, the underground escape room offers the visitor the opportunity to measure their intuition, trying their hand at mysteries, puzzles, tests of intelligence and logic. it is possible to book the escape with minimum 4 participants and maximum 8, for each time slot. To spend an hour, when the summer heat gives no respite or when the winter cold bites. To challenge yourself, your skills, your fears. To test the understanding between fellow adventurers To consolidate work teams. Everything is possible in one location, to MateraSum_Materasotterranea

On this 2-hour sightseeing tour of Matera you'll discover the main monuments of this city of Basilicata in all its beauty.

Discover hidden gems of Italian history on this guided sightseeing tour to Alberobello and Matera. Explore unique buildings and see memorable sights.

Discover Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a comfortable transfer from Bari and experience the magic of the Sassi at your own pace. A half-day experience that combines comfort, culture, and authenticity.

The itinerary winds along alternative and less touristic routes to discover the most hidden and authentic corners of the historic center. The historical story is accompanied by the social story of the local guide who will involve customers by narrating anecdotes and stories of past life

Explore the national park home to 150 ancient rock-hewn caves churches on this tour of Murgia Park in Matera, the 2019 European Capital of Culture.

Experience a suggestive walk through Matera's Sasso Caveoso area and discover the city's rich history and unique traditions!

Did you know that the quality of oil is not determined by its color? That the flavor of the oil is given by the age of the olive? Try the taste experience, organised by a shop in Piazza Duomo.