Guided Tour of Matera Sassi

4.7 (1,553 reviews) Matera, Italy
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 200 travelers

Overview

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.

Options

Tour Sassi Spanish
Tour Sassi Italian

Exploring the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and European Capital of Culture 2019, they offer the visitor a glimpse of the life of ancient populations.
Tour Sassi English

Tour at sunset (Italian only)

Italian-only sunset option: Enjoy an evening guided walking tour through the Sassi of Matera with an Italian-speaking guide

Tour Sassi French
Tour Sassi English
Tour Sassi German

What's included

  • Local tour guide
  • 10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink
  • Entrance fees to a cave house
  • Entrance fees to a Rupestrian Church
  • Transportation
  • Food tasting

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Meet your guide at our agency
  2. Chiesa del Purgatorio
    Pass by
    Church of Purgatory
  3. Pass by
    The first stop of the tour takes visitors to Via San Francesco, in front of the majestic church of the same name. This moment allows for admiring the architecture and understanding the role that churches have played in the history and daily life of the Sassi.
  4. Pass by
    Sassi of Matera
  5. 10m · Admission ticket included
    One of the highlights of the tour is the visit to the Rupestrian Church of Sant’Antonio, an ancient place of worship carved into the rock. Here, the guide provides detailed information about the history and religious importance of this unique structure.
  6. Casa Grotta Sassi di Matera - C'era Una Volta
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Participants have the opportunity to explore a typical cave house, once inhabited by the residents of the Sassi. This experience offers an authentic glimpse into daily life in the past and helps to better understand the architecture and lifestyle of the Sassi.
  7. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
    Pass by
    During the tour, a brief stop is planned to deepen the knowledge of the Church of San Pietro, another important historical site of the Sassi di Matera.
  8. Pass by
    The tour concludes with a stop at the picturesque Piazzetta Pascoli, which offers a spectacular view of the Sassi di Matera.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please enter the Martulli Viaggi office and introduce yourself.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Shared tour. This experience will be shared with other guests

Cancellation policy

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

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