Walking Tours Matera

Scopri l’anima autentica di Matera, Patrimonio Mondiale UNESCO, con un tour guidato a piedi di circa tre ore tra i suoi rioni più antichi: i Sassi.
L’esperienza inizia in Piazza San Francesco d’Assisi con un’introduzione storica alla città e al suo patrimonio religioso. Si prosegue verso Piazza del Sedile e lungo Via Duomo fino a raggiungere la Cattedrale di Matera, il punto più alto della città, da cui si gode una vista spettacolare sui Sassi.
Scendendo nel Sasso Barisano, si visita la chiesa rupestre di Sant’Antonio Abate, dove è previsto l’incontro con un abitante locale che racconta la vita nei Sassi attraverso testimonianze dirette e canti popolari tradizionali. Il percorso continua con la visita a una casa grotta tradizionale, arredata come prima degli anni ’50, per comprendere le condizioni di vita dell’epoca.
Attraversando Via Madonna delle Virtù, affacciata sulla Gravina e sul Parco della Murgia Materana, si raggiunge Porta Pistola, punto panoramico di grande suggestione. Dopo una sosta fotografica in Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, si visitano la chiesa rupestre affrescata della Madonna de Idris e di San Giovanni in Monterrone nel Sasso Caveoso.
Il tour si conclude nei pressi della Grotta della Petrorolla con una piccola degustazione di prodotti tipici lucani, come momento finale di condivisione autentica.


Inclusioni:


Guida turistica locale autorizzata
Ingressi alle chiese rupestri di Madonna de Idris e Sant'Antonio Abate
Ingresso alla casa grotta tradizionale
Piccola degustazione di prodotti tipici lucani


Esclusioni:


Pasti completi
Pickup dall’hotel


Spese personali

Discover the authentic soul of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on an immersive walking tour of approximately three hours through its most ancient quarters, the Sassi—one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited urban landscapes.
Your journey begins in Piazza San Francesco d’Assisi , where your guide introduces the city’s layered history and religious heritage, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of Matera’s unique identity. From here, the walk continues through Piazza del Sedile , once the political heart of the city, and along Via Duomo , gradually climbing toward the Matera Cathedral , the city’s highest point. From this privileged vantage point, sweeping views open across the Sassi, offering a first comprehensive perspective on the rock-hewn city below.
Descending into Sasso Barisano , you enter the heart of Matera’s underground heritage with a visit to the evocative Rock Church of Sant’Antonio Abate , entirely carved into the stone. Here, a local resident shares personal memories of life in the Sassi, accompanied by traditional folk songs that bring the past vividly to life. The experience continues inside a traditional cave house , furnished as it was before the 1950s, providing an intimate glimpse into everyday life before the evacuation of the Sassi.
The walk then follows Via Madonna delle Virtù , a dramatic cliffside route overlooking the Gravina canyon and the Murgia Materana Park , leading to Porta Pistola , where panoramic views highlight the close relationship between nature and architecture. After a photo stop in Piazza San Pietro Caveoso , the tour reaches one of Matera’s most renowned sacred sites: the Rock Church of Madonna de Idris and the adjoining Church of San Giovanni in Monterrone , set high above Sasso Caveoso and preserving centuries of spiritual and artistic expression.
The tour concludes on a relaxed and convivial note with a tasting of local specialties, including taralli, fresh bread, and vegetable spreads—an authentic final moment to reflect on a journey through Matera’s history, traditions, and enduring human resilience.


Inclusions:


Licensed local tour guide
Entrance fees to rock churches of Madonna de Idris and Sant'Antonio Abate
Entrance to a traditional cave house
Small tasting of traditional Lucanian products
10% discount coupon at MòVado Food&Drinks bar in Piazza Duomo


Exclusions:


Full meals
Hotel pickup
Personal expenses

Discover one of southern Italy’s most iconic destinations on this Alberobello day tour from Matera. Travel comfortably by shared minibus through the countryside of Basilicata and Puglia, leaving all logistics behind.


Once in Alberobello, join a licensed local guide for a walking tour through the historic districts of the town. Learn about the origins, architecture, and traditions of the famous UNESCO-listed trulli, while visiting key landmarks such as Trullo Sovrano (exterior), the Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian, Casa D’Amore, the neoclassical quarter, Belvedere Santa Lucia, and the authentic Rione Aia Piccola.


After the guided visit, enjoy extended free time to explore Alberobello independently. Wander through artisan shops, take photos of the trulli-lined streets, enjoy lunch, or relax with an aperitivo in the unique atmosphere of this fairytale town.


This experience perfectly balances guided insight with personal freedom, making it ideal for travelers who want to truly experience Alberobello.


What’s Included:


Shared round-trip minibus transportation from Matera
Guided walking tour of Alberobello
Licensed local guide
On-site assistance via phone or WhatsApp


What’s Not Included:


Food and drinks
Optional entrance to Trullo Sovrano (€2.50 per person)
Tips (optional)
Personal expenses

Discover the artistic and cultural soul of Sant’Angelo le Fratte on a private guided walking tour combining street art, history, and local cuisine.
Stroll through the village’s narrow streets, transformed into an open-air art gallery by more than 150 murals created by Italian and international artists. Each artwork tells stories of daily life, legends, and traditions, offering a unique and authentic perspective on this charming Lucanian village.
Continue with an interactive visit to the Museo del Viaggiatore, where multimedia installations reveal the identity and heritage of the local community.
The tour also includes entry to the Civic Art Gallery inside Palazzo Galasso, showcasing 243 works by local artist Michele Antonio Saverio Cancro, depicting village life and traditions.
Walk through the historic Rione Cantine, known for its rock-carved wine cellars and panoramic views over the Valle del Melandro.
The experience concludes with an exclusive lunch at Palazzo Giacchetti, where a chef storyteller introduces the authentic flavors of Basilicata through a traditional buffet.


Inclusions


Private guided walking tour (up to 5 participants)
Expert local tour guide
Visit to "Museo del Viaggiatore" (Traveller museum)
Entrance to the Civic Art Gallery “Michele A. S. Cancro”
Guided walk through Rione Cantine with panoramic views
Traditional Lucanian lunch with chef storyteller


Exclusions


Transportation to/from Sant’Angelo le Fratte
Drinks not included in the lunch (unless specified)
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)

Set off from Matera with private pick-up from your hotel or accommodation and travel through the quiet countryside of Basilicata. Visit the Crypt of Original Sin, one of the region’s most important rupestrian sites, known for its rare 8th–9th-century frescoes. With the included audio guide, discover the meaning of the biblical scenes and uncover the curious detail behind the true forbidden fruit, which is not shown as an apple.


Continue to Masseria Dragone for a tasting of local products, including a charcuterie board with local cold cuts, traditional bread, crunchy taralli, and a glass of local wine. Then enjoy a panoramic stop at the San Giuliano Nature Reserve and take in the scenic lakeside views.


The experience continues in Miglionico, a medieval village rich in history and local character. Follow your licensed guide through the historic center and visit Malconsiglio Castle, linked to the famous Conspiracy of the Barons. At the end of the tour, return comfortably to your accommodation in Matera.


Inclusions:


Private round-trip transportation from Matera
Admission ticket to the Crypt of Original Sin with audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, or Russian
Private guided walking tour of Miglionico with a visit to Malconsiglio Castle
Charcuterie board with local cold cuts, traditional bread, and taralli paired with a glass of local wine
Panoramic pit stop at the San Giuliano Nature Reserve
Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Matera
Air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz or similar sedan or minivan, depending on group size
Professional driver
Bottled water on board
Tourist assistance before and during the tour


Exclusions:


Lunch or full meal
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities (optinal)