Matera
The Sassi tours with the entries that matter: cave houses furnished as they were lived in, frescoed rock churches and guides who explain how a national shame became a World Heritage site. People lived in these caves into the 1950s; the story is the tour.
Discover the ancient Sassi of Matera with this 2-hour guided tour including cave house visits, panoramic views, and expert insights—great value at $32.
Most Popular“It would be better to start and finish on time. I liked the explanation of the history and going inside a cave house and church.”
Discover Matera’s Sassi with a guided tour for just $17.38. Explore caves, churches, and viewpoints, and get authentic insights into this UNESCO site.
“Matera is quite hilly but beautiful, just bring water and a hat and you’re good. Our tour guide was so funny and a great storyteller”
Discover the authentic charm of Matera on a guided walking tour through the Sassi, exploring rock churches, cave dwellings, and local museums for $41.
“Lorenza the guide was excellent. Very informative and engaging.”
Discover Matera's ancient Sassi on a 2-hour guided walking tour for just $28.96. Explore rock churches, panoramic views, and local history with expert guides.
“We had a lovely walking tour with Giorgia who was very pleasant to spend time with and super knowledgeable about Matera and the Sassi in particular! Thank you so much!”
Discover the historic Sassi of Matera with this guided 2-hour walking tour. Visit cave churches, ancient homes, and enjoy breathtaking views for just $26.
“Excellent informative walking tour of the Sassi. We learned so much about the region and covered alot of ground. We could have never done this without our amazing guide Lorena”
Discover the historic Sassi di Matera with a private 3-hour guided tour, exploring cave dwellings, churches, and stunning city views, all with expert insights.
“Our guide, Stella, spoke English very well and brought to life the history of the Sassi of Matera and how the modern town relates to the ancient cave dwellings. Very pleasant stroll through the various sites with plenty of good information. Highly recommend.”
Discover the enchanting Sassi di Matera on a 2-hour guided walking tour with cave house and church visits, led by passionate local guides.
“A very comprehensive and fascinating talk and tour, Cosimo was a very clear and knowledgeable guide and answered every individual question with patience and humour. It was very good value as it exceeded 2 hours and everything was explained.”
Discover the history and beauty of Matera’s Sassi districts on a guided walking tour. Learn about ancient cave dwellings, rock churches, and local culture for a memorable experience.
“The Sassi were Antonio’s play ground. His love for the area and his depth of knowledge are impressive. We arrived fairly ignorant but came away not with historical dates but with a feeling for how people have lived in this area throughout history. Unfortunately a…”
Discover Matera with an overnight stay, guided Sassi tour, and authentic Lucanian cuisine. Perfect for history lovers and foodies alike.
“Special thanks to our guide Giusy, an exciting and fun tour. Highly recommended thanks Martulli viaggiAuto-translated”
Discover Matera’s stunning Sassi and beyond on a comfortable open-top bus tour, including a cave house visit and scenic viewpoints for an authentic experience.
“Was all encompassing tour of the basics of Maters given our limited time”
Discover the stunning Sassi of Matera through a 2-2.5 hour guided tour, exploring cave churches, historic homes, and panoramic views for just $23.
“Matera città meravigliosa. Grazie all'ottima guida che ci ha accompagnato e raccontato i segreti, la storia e la bellezza.”
Discover the ancient caves and rock churches of Matera with a knowledgeable guide on this 2.5-hour walking tour. Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers.
“Good pace. Informative and fun. An absolute must when visiting Matera.”
Discover Matera’s famous Sassi with a self-guided audio tour. Explore caves, rock churches, and ancient frescoes at your own pace for just $4.52.
“The audio guide was very easy to follow and allowed me to explore Matera at my own time.”
Discover Matera’s Sassi in style on a 40-minute Ape Calessino tour, exploring cave churches and viewpoints with a knowledgeable guide. Great for quick overviews.
“Great way to see the city and see it quickly! Would recommend again! The tuk tuk driver took us all around Matera!”
Explore Matera in style on a 50-minute private Ape Calessino tour, visiting iconic Sassi districts, historic sites, and enjoying scenic views with a knowledgeable guide.
“Abbiamo vissuto un’esperienza meravigliosa per la nostra prima visita a Matera. Il tour in calessino (con la mascotte Michele) e la visita guidata il pomeriggio(con Francesca) ci hanno dato una panoramica storica e di vera vita della città. I materani, un popolo geniale, cordiale e…”
Cave houses nine thousand years deep, lit gold at night.