Matera Sassi Guided Tour: Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site and 2019 European Culture Capital
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982 Ratings
Matera
Embark on a guided tour of Matera's Sassi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the 2019 European Capital of Culture. Explore the ancient stony districts, with their unique rock churches and houses carved into limestone rock. Discover the biblical scenery that has attracted filmmakers, including the recent film Ben Hur.
Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Martulli Viaggi - Agency Martulli Viaggi
  • Chiesa del Purgatorio - Church of Purgatory
  • Cattedrale di Matera - Matera Cathedral
  • Sassi di Matera - Sassi of Matera
What's Included
  • Tickets
  • Local Guide
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Tasting Food
Additional Information

Exploring Matera, the ‘City of Stones’ hailed as the European Capital of Culture in 2019 and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its distinctive historic districts boast homes and churches hewn from the native limestone, setting it apart globally. This unique landscape, resonating with biblical imagery, has consistently provided the perfect backdrop for major movies, including the recent Ben Hur film.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Via Alessandro Volta, 3
Via Alessandro Volta
Corner Via Ridola - Church of Purgatory
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Paolad437
Apr 15, 2024
4 days in Matera - What can I say? Very good, serious and punctual. Tour of the stones with Giusy, a highly trained and empathetic doctor. Tour of the Murge at sunset with Francesco. Bravissimo makes everything easier but very well prepared all round. Thanks also to Michele from the office. Thank you all
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Sergionb8464yz
Apr 14, 2024
Excellent guide - Excellent agency, punctual and the competent and good guide also with excellent knowledge and historical-social connections............
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L2012etalessandrap
Apr 14, 2024
Pure emotion - We were lucky enough to meet Giusy who was able to move us by letting us know the true history of Matera not only in words but also through a beautiful film in a cave house. We felt his passion for this unique place and we will carry it in our hearts
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Irenebe7685gh
Apr 11, 2024
Matera a historic and fascinating city 🌟🌟🌟☀️ - Trip with my family from Bari to Matera 😊 highly recommended choice to get to know the city and definitely choose a kind and friendly expert guide like Giusy We appreciated every single story of the city 💪 Thanks for everything and see you next time ☺️☺️👌👌👌5 stars 🌟
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Danabt6767io
Apr 8, 2024
To do! - Giusy is really talented, nice and intelligent. Very prepared for any questions and the whole history of Matera. It was very informative and fun. A beautiful experience. Thank you ❤️
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Elopez15
Mar 29, 2024
World Heritage Site different from all those in Italy. - This is a unique city in the world, with an incredible ancient and recent history, day and night it will leave you speechless. A guided tour is highly recommended to understand this place that is a World Heritage Site, its architecture, its people, and the contrast between ancient and modern. A pearl in Italy, different from everything. I recommend a minimum of 3 days/2 nights to visit it.
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Samiiiy
Mar 25, 2024
Excellent tour - Very interesting tour because in addition to taking you to discover its stones, it also makes you discover the most ancient popular traditions in an engaging way. Giusy was an exceptional guide. Even the visit to the Murgia park with Federico was very special and exciting for the panorama of the city seen from the other side and with different lights.
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Dale_s
Mar 24, 2024
Just being there- we were... - Just being there- we were on an Italian tour but don’t speak that language. We just tagged along and it was perfect
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Ezsar
Apr 18, 2024
Matera visited with a guide is a must! - The guide Giusy is really very good, competent and passionate. Unfortunately the travel agency was not up to the task of the guide, because they started the guided tour at 4.15pm, deeming it appropriate (for their convenience, evidently) to combine 2 groups who had booked at different times (4.00pm group, 4.30pm the second one I was part of). Moral of the story: everyone was dissatisfied - those who had to leave a quarter of an hour later than expected and, above all, those who "unknowingly arrived late" - and I missed the first 15 minutes of the guide's explanation, left with the doubt of having lost "the most beautiful" (i.e. all the introductory notes on the context and the visit)... The fact that it rained during the walk through the neighborhoods of Matera was very manageable and even pleasant: in the end, it was the least problem. Patience. Good anyway!
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Rosa
Apr 8, 2024
To buy souvenirs - The guide's explanation was not very engaging and not very detailed and at times theatrical. It's a shame because the city deserves it. It also gave me the impression that the Tour was organized with the aim of making tourists buy souvenirs and to give tips
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