Guided Tour of Matera Sassi
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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.
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
Meet your guide at our agency
Chiesa del Purgatorio
Church of Purgatory
Options
Tour Sassi French
Tour Sassi German
Tour Sassi English
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
Reviews
1,290 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had a very interesting...
Vicki P,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a very interesting tour of Matera. Our guide was knowledgeable about the city and history. A small group too which was nice.
Interesting and fun!
alessandram15,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Walk in the stones pleasant!! The city of Matera is magical but told by Giusy was even more so! Punctual kind and very nice! Thank you for the great experience!
A moment of listening
Brice T,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Taking her time with the guide was a very pleasant time for a duo visit where we were able to discover such a special history and discover such a strange and beautiful place
See above
adrienne p,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very well worth the experience especially if you have not looked up the history beforehand. Our guide Stella was supremely knowledgeable and patient with all our questions
Walk through the Sassi de Matera
BeatrizL664,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very good, even though it rained a lot. The guide demonstrated much knowledge about the city and its history. It was excellent!
Group very large and lost...
Philip M,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Group very large and lost people along the way as guide understandably couldn’t keep everyone interested
The guide was amazing . ...
Mary A,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was amazing . She was a local and shared personal stories . Very knowledgeable. Highly recommend the tour
Matera in the ❤️
Romana B,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful experience , prepared guide, Matera will always remain in the heart. A few steps to go but it fits!
Definitely worth it
Mark A,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Angela was a passionate and knowledgeable guide. Would recommend. Tour went for two hours
Laughter among the stones
saravC2928OV,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giusy was a very smart guide, prepared and local, she was able to tell and transmit the true value and history of the Sassi di Matera. He was able to season with a touch of sympathy and irony. We recommend a guided tour.
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