Matera Walking

Discovering Matera, the city of the Sassi which has the title of European Capital of Culture for 2019 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ancient stony districts are characterized by houses carved into the limestone rock and rock churches that make it unique in the world. This natural conformation, which evokes biblical scenarios, has always made them ideal sets for important films, most recently the film by Ben Hur.

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!

You will visit Matera with a local tour guide that knows the city and will lead you to discover it as only an inhabitant can do.

The Sassi of Matera, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1993, are a unique place with extraordinary charm which testify to how man has lived for millennia in a fairy-tale environment. The Sassi of Matera are connected to the modern city center through numerous alleys that create a continuous exchange between these two urban environments. Our journey starts with a walking tour of the famous “Sassi” (historical cave dwellings). The tour continues through the alleys and streets of the Sassi, the natural setting of several films such as 'The Passion of the Christ' by Mel Gibson and 'The Gospel According to Matthew' by Pier Paolo Pasolini. During the tour, you will enter a real cave house, discover an ancient rock church and enjoy a breathtaking view over the Murgia plateau.

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 Matera Underground. It is an underground complex in the historical center of Matera, dug into the rock. An underground tour, through different trade activities from the Middle Ages. The last part of the tour includes the entrance in the original cave house that will show you how the poor people lived in the past in the Sassi of Matera with original furniture of that time.

Private tour with a multilingual tour guide that will lead just you discovering the city and its history.

There’s never been a better time to visit Alberobello & Matera, two unique UNESCO sites — and this tour makes the sightseeing logistics simple. Discover the wonders of Alberobello and a with our fascinating bus tour. You will have 2-hours of free-time to explore the famous trulli of Alberobello, where you will walk through the picturesque streets and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the place. Afterwards, we will head to Matera, famous for its Sassi, where you will have 2.5-hours of free time to visit the fascinating caves and enjoy a typical lunch. An unforgettable experience that will lead you to discover the beauty of Italian culture!

Follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous secret agent on this thrilling walking tour through the cinematic streets of Matera. Discover the iconic locations from No Time To Die as your guide shares behind-the-scenes stories and fascinating insights. Stroll along Via delle Beccherie, linking Via Duomo to the majestic 13th-century Romanesque Cathedral. Then, descend through narrow alleys and stairways into Sasso Barisano, where action-packed scenes came to life among ancient stone architecture. Continue along Via Madonna delle Virtù, overlooking the Gravina ravine—Bond’s high-speed chase route in the legendary Aston Martin. Then head to Via Muro, Matera’s most cinematic street, chosen by Cary Fukunaga for its striking visual power. Take in the stunning views from Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, featured in the film’s most intense moments, and finish in Piazza Pascoli, home to the iconic Hotel Balcony—Bond’s Matera hideout. More than just a tour, it’s a journey into the world of James Bond, surrounded by history, cinema, and breathtaking scenery.

You will love Matera at the first sight. At first glance, Matera looks like any small Italian town, but in few steps from Baroque Churches and boutiques, you will discover a very special place called Sassi, where the people lived from the Neolithic Period until the 50th of the last century, and it is today the World Heritage Site and the stage for many films.

Explore the ancient city built into the rock, discover "Sassi di Matera" in a 2 hours walking tour, with a licensed local guide and visit an exclusive Underground site, run by our team: you will have the chance to observe the city through the eyes of a historian, who will show you not only the artistic beauty, but also the social, cultural and political value of a truly magical place. During the cultural tour, it will be possible to visit cisterns, rock churches or cave dwellings, also walking on movie locations. This will allow to experience history of the city, its internal dynamics and the global influences that have affected Matera over the centuries. We offer an enveloping tale that will enthrall young and old alike in our culture. The tour is a continuous discovery and is ideal, as well, for people interested in history and curious tourists who want to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of the place, beyond the postcard image. Tour is limited to small groups of up to 15 people.

Trekking Through the Sassi and the Murgia: History, Nature, and Adventure Explore Matera on a breathtaking hike through stunning landscapes and ancient history! Start from the heart of the Sassi, guided by an expert guide, and follow the itinerary n. 406, leading you deep into the canyon of the Regional Park of Rupestrian Churches. Cross the thrilling Tibetan Bridge, suspended between sky, stream, and rock, and climb up to reach the Murgia plateau, where wild nature meets the charm of rock-hewn sites, and ancient testimonies carved into the stone. After an unforgettable journey through canyons, caves, and breathtaking views, a shuttle will take you back to Matera, leaving you with lasting memories of this incredible experience in the heart of Basilicata. A light trek, but full of emotions! Are you ready to go?

A unique experience, the data speak for themselves in the last 5 years the city of Matera has recorded a tourist increase of 400%. Thus standing at the top of the most visited cities in the world for its international tourism. Matera with its ten thousand years of history for culture, tradition and hospitality stands at an increasingly important growth. Matera is included in the top ten of the most beautiful Italian cities, "to be visited absolutely at least once in a lifetime". Seeing is believing!

Matera has been elected Capital of Culture 2019. This experience departs from Bari and you will be transferred to Matera by comfortable minivan. Once in Matera, start your walking tour from the old town with a magnificent view of the Sasso Barisano. Appreciated and visited for its stones, Matera also offers many other pearls of beauty and culture.

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Our private walking tour in the historic Sassi district of Matera will last approximately 2 hours and will be hosted by a local guide with whom you will discover the alleys and panoramic views of Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, and immerse yourself in the rich history, architecture and cultural heritage of the city. During the tour, our expert guides will offer a comprehensive analysis of the historical and social drivers that have influenced the socio-economic trajectory of the region. You will discover the fascinating transformations and stratifications that have shaped the unique urban landscape of Matera over the centuries. During the route you will be able to experience firsthand the gradual evolution of the Sassi area, from its ancient origins to its modern revival. Immerse yourself in the past and discover the present of Matera on this private walking tour, where each step reveals a new aspect of the UNESCO Heritage Site of Sassi di Matera.

We will discover together what was once defined as the "national shame". Today, Matera, with its Sassi and the Park of rock churches, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. Millennia of history and almost uninterrupted human presence have made Matera today a city that has so much to show; we will try to tell it and get to know it.

Discover the timeless charm of Matera and Alberobello on a private tour from Polignano a Mare. Explore the ancient city of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the iconic "Land of Trulli."

Explore the 3 districts of Matera: Civita’ and the most fascinating part of the old town, named “Sassi”: Sassi Barisano and Caveoso. The guide will pick you up and bring you to Matera where you will start the guided walking tour. Stop 1 – MATERA – 2 hours. The stones of Matera is a real cultural landscape, capable of perpetuating from the most distant prehistoric past to the modern times.During the walking tour which lasts approx. 2 hours, our professional guides will show you the Sassi and take you to visite inside of a cave house to see the tools, the furniture, the lifestyle of the people that lived in THE SASSI OF MATERA , will take you back in time. transfer – 1 hour Stop 2 Alberobello 90 minutes The first trulli showed up in the prehistoric age being part of an ancient settlement in the Itria Valley.Still, the oldest trulli we know today are in Alberobello, dating back to the 14th Century. A visite inside of a trullo will show you the magic of this place.

Join this amazing walking tour to discover beautiful Matera, walking through its picturesque streets with a friendly local guide. Live an incredible exoerience among famous Sassi

Enjoy this picnic based on local artisanal products and oil, surrounded by nature under centuries-old olive trees, with a breathtaking view of the Little Lucanian Dolomites and Gallipoli Cognato Park, a protected natural area in Basilicata. Enjoy the serenity of walking through an olive grove while learning many details about the cultivation and maintenance of this Mediterranean tree and the products we obtain from its generosity. Enjoy the views of this area, which features alternating oak forests and barren, rocky peaks, on which thrives a rare and interesting flora with distinctive plant species.