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Matera Food Walking Tour in a Small Group with a Local Guide

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Hili Travel s.r.l.
Matera Food Walking Tour in a Small Group with a Local Guide

About this activity

Discover the authentic charm of the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world, with a street food tour that combines local flavors with stunning scenery.

Stroll through its maze of stone-carved alleys, historic districts, and scenic overlooks as your local guide brings to life stories of cave dwellings, ancient communities, and the layered history of this extraordinary city. Admire Belvedere on Via Duomo, Piazza Duomo, the Cathedral of Matera, former Monastery of Santa Lucia and Agata alla Civita, Piazza Sant'Eligio, and Belvedere Giovanni Pascoli.

Delight in a curated selection of Matera and Lucania's iconic street foods. Enjoy crispy peperoni cruschi, traditional cialledda materana, fresh handmade cavatelli, and finish with artisanal gelato in the heart of the Sassi. Along the way, your guide will reveal how food, history, and daily life remain deeply intertwined in this extraordinary city.

What's included

  • ✓Cavatelli, traditional handmade pasta served with simple local sauces to highlight its texture.
  • ✓Cialledda, made with bread, tomatoes, oregano, and other fresh seasonal ingredients.
  • ✓Artisanal gelato, crafted with natural ingredients and classic and creative seasonal flavors.
  • ✓Peperoni crusco, Basilicata's iconic crispy sun-dried peppers with a delicate sweet flavor.

Not included

  • ✕Drinks are not included

Meeting and pickup

  • Your guide will be waiting in front of the cylindrical monument with the "Andrea Roggi" plaque.

Good to know

  • 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
  • Not suitable for travelers with gluten intolerance.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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