Matera Discovery: Explore Ancient City Secrets

Immerse yourself in the unique city of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its ancient districts, learn about its history, art, and architecture, and discover the philosophy of life in this captivating city.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Piazza San Pietro Caveoso - The journey takes you through the most captivating sights and scenes of historic Matera, including the Sasso Caveoso and sections of the Sasso Barisano.\n\nOn this excursion, which avoids the typical tourist paths, you’ll gradually uncover Matera’s history and learn why it remained obscure until the early 21st century….
What's Included
  • Radio transmitter provided for guided explanations
  • Headphone-compatible for COVID-19 safety
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating journey to unlock the unique aspects of Matera, exploring its ethos and engaging with its peculiar charm. Accompanied by me, Renato, or one of my team members such as Gaetano and Domenico - all of whom are certified guides with a deep-rooted affection and ardour for the city.
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Location
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sespinettodd
Oct 8, 2024
Fun and informative tour of Matera - This was a great half-day tour of Matera with a historical overview and many stops for photos and questions. Our guide, Renato, did a fantastic job of being informative, friendly and helpful. He shared many interesting anecdotes and personal stories about his family's connections to the city. We appreciated his charm and authenticity.
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Z9589hnsylviev
Oct 8, 2024
Bringing history alive. - Renato is an engaging and illustrative guide, bringing life and imagination to the now-empty streets of Matera. His history is brought alive by stories from his own family history, as well as images from documentary photography books. We were a large group and Renato kept up a good pace to fit in a vivid tour, while also giving space for us to take in the world around us, as he was verbally overlaying its past. This was one of my favorite experiences in Italy and would absolutely not have been as much so without Renato's telling.
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Gordon_b
Oct 8, 2024
A must do to understand this beautiful city! - The historical journey of the residents of Matera was captivating. How governments often apply arbitrary solutions is universal, and all countries have a story of forgotten communities and appropriated land. Matera is a stunning renaissance story. Gaetane was passionate and articulate in his tour. Top marks!
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Karla_p
Oct 7, 2024
Soaking Up Matera - We’ve been so excited about visiting Matera. Taking this walking tour the morning after we arrived was perfect timing. We came away with helpful information, got our bearings on how to navigate the Sassi, and learned so much interesting history about this fascinating area. We’re very happy we took this tour.
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Monar2223
Oct 6, 2024
Best tour guide ever! - Absolutely hands down the best tour guide and tour we have ever had. Genaro was so informative and interesting. He spoke perfect English and presented the material in a dynamic and humorous way. We learned SO very much- worth every penny!!
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Penelope_j
Oct 5, 2024
A do not miss tour - Fantastic guide. Went above and beyond. Very knowledgable. Great way to get introduced to Matera and its fabulous history.
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Adriana_i
Oct 4, 2024
WELL WORTH IT - We absolutely loooooved this tour! Gaetano is the most amazing story teller whom is full of information and is able to keep you interested. This is a definite must if you plan to visit Matera.
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Ella_s
Oct 7, 2024
Gaetano was very friendly... - Gaetano was very friendly and knowledgeable. A good way to get your bearings in Matera and learn about how people have lived there in the past.
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Barbara_w
Oct 7, 2024
A Genuine History Lesson - A magical place that deserves a guided tour rather than aimless wandering. Our guide was very passionate about the human history of Matera and ensuring that we gained an understanding of the city beyond the immediately obvious.
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Patricia_b
Oct 5, 2024
Lovely stroll to learn about the sassi - Learned a lot. Very nice and clear guide. Would have liked to have seen more but there was an official event that limited access. I Evie Ted to see at least one cave church. Very nice suze group. Good pace. I'd recommend Gaetano for sure. He also provided excellent restaurant for lunch.
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