Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Starting from Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, you will explore the Sassi, the ancient districts of the city. Discover Matera's charm, from the most beautiful and breathtaking viewpoints, to the most hidden and fascinating corners.
Entering the caves of Matera, you will see how families once lived. You will visit the palombaro, the large cistern for the rainwater collection, and you will learn how the people of Matera collected the rainwater, essential for the survival of the population.
Knowing all the secrets of Matera, you will learn how this city went from being the 'shame of Italy' to be a UNESCO site and a jewel of the Italian cultural heritage.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Sassi di Matera
The Sassi, the ancient districts of Matera.
La Raccolta delle Acque
You will visit the large cistern for the rainwater collection, and you will learn how the people of Matera collected the rainwater, essential for the survival of the population.
What‘s Included
Visit the ancient cave houses
Visit Matera with a licensed and experienced local tour guide
Visit the palombaro, the rainwater collection system, for which Matera was named a UNESCO site.
Discover the beauty of Matera and learn its secrets
Options
Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Matera cave tour
Joe H,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gaetano is a highly-knowledgeable local guide who informed and entertained us for two delightful hours in Matera. Well worth the time!
Charming and...
Martin M,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Charming and knowledgeable guide. Took around and explained the structure and history of Matera - not always obvious at first sight.
Excellent tour
Silvia M,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gaetano was passionate and knew everything about Matera. He was also funny, witty and incredibly thoughtful, ensuring that everyone was comfortable at all times. We learnt a lot from this tour and would definitely recommend Gaetano to anyone wishing to enhance their visit to Matera.
AMAZING TOUR
Venture47137282800,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a wonderful tour with a really great tour guide! Highly recommend!
Fascinating history from a local guide
MurphNYC,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gaetano is so knowledgeable plus funny! We learned so much about Matera and the fascinating history of its people. Highly recommend to all curious people!
Great tour, thank you Gaetano!
Alice M,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00With Gaetano we spent two hours in Matera learning a lot not only about the history of this magical place but also about the people of Matera. Gaetano was very entertaining and his explanations very easy to follow and full of anecdotes from locals. It has been a great and involving experience!
Small group tour with a passionate and knowledgeable guide, don’t miss it!
jackyzli,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a delightful small group tour! Gaetano is knowledgeable, funny, and well spoken. I can feel his passion for Matera, his depth of knowledge for the city and its history. After the tour you’ll see Matera differently - the small details of the way of life here for centuries. Book this tour and get off the tourist path if you want to learn and immense yourself in true Matera.
Very enjoyable, entertaining and informative tour.
Odyssey52305565695,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gaetano was a fabulous tour guide. The tour is very informative and gives an excellent insight to life in the Sassi. It is further enhanced by Gaetano’s very enjoyable presentation style and gentle humour. I would totally recommend his tour.
A great tour with GAETANO
A2309WSmaureenb,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a drizzly day in Matera but Gaetano made the tour so fascinating that most of us didn’t even realize we were cold and wet! He’s extremely knowledgeable and delivers it all with a sense of humor. We really loved our tour!
Great tour guide!
Esther H,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a great way to explore Matera with Gaetano. He has so many stories to share and he has a lot of interesting background information. It’s definitely worthwhile!
From €20.00
Want a private experience? Upgrade to a private tour
Related Experiences
Operated by Gaetano Campanile