Discover Matera, the ancient city - English tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Italian

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An immersive experience to discover everything that makes Matera unique by discovering motherhood and trying to enter, even in the philosophy of life of this strange and unique city.

Along with me, Renato, or Gaetano, all licensed guides with a visceral passion and love for the city.

The city of Matera, with its ancient districts, is considered among the oldest in the world. An authentic open-air museum that describes with spectacular continuity the life of man from the Stone Age to the present day.

Tour not really tourist, step by step you will discover the history of the city, the stories and vicissitudes of those who lived in the Sassi in addition to art, architecture. a 360° analysis of Matera “Shame of Italy” and “World Heritage”.

You will also pass through some locations of the films 007; The Passion, W.Woman. the Group could have a maximum of 18 people. If necessary radios will be given to facilitate the tour

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Piazza San Pietro Caveoso

The tour develops through the most suggestive places and glimpses of ancient Matera passing through the: Sasso Caveoso and part of the Sasso Barisano. During this tour, visiting not really tourist spots, you will discover the history of the city step by step, for what reason until the beginning of the XXI century we didn't hear about Matera. Walking in the alleys you will enter the philosophy of the Matera listening also to the stories and the vicissitudes of those who lived in the Sassi of Matera besides art, anthropology, architecture and through a 360 ° analysis you will discover how Matera managed to go from the "Shame of Italy" to "World Heritage". It is not the classic tour where churches are visited, but the city is discovered through its own meanders. Besides me, Renato, you could be accompanied by: Sara, Domenico, Gaetano, guides who love Matera and the territory of the Sassi

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Entrance to the Diver

Options

English tour

Starting point:
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, 75100 Matera MT, Italy

Tour in Italian

Reviews

4.91

1,772 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1675

Excellent!
Luke S,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Guide was excellent! Very knowledgeable and enjoyed learning about Matera's history. Was an absolute pleasure and would recommend to anyone
A lively history with humor
ronniebmom,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Gaetano was a superior guide who was both humorous and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed getting a deep understanding of the lifestyle of the everyday people as well as the evolution over time that resulted in the mass removal of the majority of the population.
Gaetano was the best!! An...
Christopher B,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Gaetano was the best!! An absolute awesome tour!! He's funny and knowledgable. Would recommend to anyone!!
Top Notch Tour with Gaetano.
James B,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Gaetano was amazing. He was extremely knowledgeable, interesting and provided a very in depth account of Matera in an entertaining manner. He provided fulsome answers to our questions and was very easy to understand. We were in awe of Matera’s history.
Wonderful day trip in Matera
Alan W,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a very informative tour. Lots of history but presented by our guide, Getano in an interesting manner. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about sharing information and provided details that are very important to understanding the history of the region. This is a two hour tour and the time was well spent!
Great tour in Matera, highly recommend!
331lisay,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had Tano (Gaetano) who was one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had! Tano if you’re reading this I wanted so much to tip you but I didn’t have any cash! Please forgive me.
Highly recommend for anyone coming to Matera
Yiao Y,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had Tano (Gaetano) who was amazing. I learned so much and I am so glad I went on this tour! I also wanted to tip him but had no cash on me, please apologise!
Exceptional experience at Matera
marijak897,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Renato was an excellent guide and very sympatic.We have enjoyed the tour that was very interesting and enjoyable.He shared many stories about Matera,local culture and history.Great experience overall,thank you Renato!
We had a very...
Megan S,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a very knowledgeable guide and Matera has really interesting history. Would recommend to all.
Don’t miss this tour!
Shaynna G,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Gaetano was an excellent tour guide - both funny and very knowledgeable. This tour is definitely worth your time - you get a great history and understanding of Matera, and it gives you a good idea of what you might want to check out further on your own. You have time to take pictures and ask questions, and Gaetano can recommend many restaurants based on how casual or formal you want to dine. He also gives great advice on areas to explore and visit beyond the tour. I highly recommend, and I’m glad I booked the tour - the value for the money was great!

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