Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano
Overview
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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
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Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very interesting trip of...
Kate B,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting trip of Matera. Loved the old water store. A very informative tour. Guide spoke perfect English and was very entertaining.
Perfect walking tour of an amazing city
AMartella,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gaetano was energetic, funny and interesting. This was a perfect 2 hour walking tour through the amazing city of Matera. Highly recommend!
Must do
Cory d,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was great! Gaetano was much information about Matera. We saw so much in the two hours. We recommend doing it.
Make the most of your visit to Matera with a walking tour!
Heather B,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gaetano is a great guide -- knowledgeable and clearly a fan of the people of Matera, for whom he shows respect and admiration. He brings humor and historical insight to his stories, talking nearly the entire 2 hours and managing to keep everyone interested and engaged. A highlight of our trip to unforgettable Matera!
Best walking tour ever!
Tomas C,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Probably the best walking tour we've ever had! Gaetano was very knowledgeable about the history of the city. He was also open to answer any questions we had during the tour. His way of explaining the amazing history of Matera is very fun, and you can tell he really loves the city and its people. Absolutely recommended if you want a great guide!! Thank you for everything!
Do this tour! It was both...
Megan B,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Do this tour! It was both informative and entertaining. Got to see some special areas of Matera! There are so many tour options and it was difficult to choose, but I am very glad we picked this one!
Best Matera Walking Tour in English
Simon E,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What can we say about this tour today with Gateano 😎 we have done walking guided tours in quite a few European cities and this one was by far the best yet. Gateanos English is impecable, he made the tour fun, exciting and highly informative giving perspective from a true Materians point of view and letting us know how life would have been lived on all different sides of the cliffs from Sasso Caveso side as well as Sasso Barisano side. We got to see inside a cave and how life would have been for the inhabitants & their animals. If you want true facts and, a fun tour, book with Gataeno you won’t be disappointed ps one day, we will be back Gateano, to have gelato in your world famous Gelatoria in the caves. Thank you
Informative tour with humorous bcp
Anita L,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide explains very well how people lived here in the last century. It is very interesting and fun. Thank you.
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.
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