Guided Tour of Matera Sassi | 2 hours

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Tour Sassi Italian
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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

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • 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

Overview

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.

Meeting points

Corner Via Ridola - Church of Purgatory

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Itinerary

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Agency Martulli Viaggi

  • Chiesa del Purgatorio (Pass By)

    Church of Purgatory

  • N/A (Pass By)

    The first stop of the tour takes visitors to Via San Francesco, in front of the majestic church of the same name. This moment allows for admiring the architecture and understanding the role that churches have played in the history and daily life of the Sassi.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Sassi of Matera

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    One of the highlights of the tour is the visit to the Rupestrian Church of Sant’Antonio, an ancient place of worship carved into the rock. Here, the guide provides detailed information about the history and religious importance of this unique structure.

    10 minutes

  • Casa Grotta Sassi di Matera - C'era Una Volta

    Participants have the opportunity to explore a typical cave house, once inhabited by the residents of the Sassi. This experience offers an authentic glimpse into daily life in the past and helps to better understand the architecture and lifestyle of the Sassi.

    10 minutes

  • Piazza San Pietro Caveoso (Pass By)

    During the tour, a brief stop is planned to deepen the knowledge of the Church of San Pietro, another important historical site of the Sassi di Matera.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    The tour concludes with a stop at the picturesque Piazzetta Pascoli, which offers a spectacular view of the Sassi di Matera.

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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

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James Bond and Matera History

Published on Dec, 2024

We had a wonder experience with Martilli on the James Bond tour. We saw all of the filming sites and also more importantly we got a great understanding of the history of Matera. So fascinating, we really enjoyed it.

Quick, amazing tour to understand Matera

Published on Nov, 2024

Amazing short-tour from a guy who grew up in the city. He was flexible and open to questions. It was perfect in order to understand the history of this city.

Excellent

Published on Nov, 2024

Luigi was a great guide. Really knowledgeable and interesting walk around unique Matera. We visited both Sassi including inside a cave house.

One of the most fascinating cities in Italy!

Published on Oct, 2024

A wonderful tour that helped us enjoy and learn about this amazing, fascinating and interesting historical town! A tour is a must to really learn about this town!

Would do this again for sure!!!

Published on Oct, 2024

Angela was informative she did a great job she gave us a lot of information on Matera’s history. She was wonderful !!!!!!

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