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180+ tours, tickets and activities in Matera, Italy. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Matera

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Tour with Guide in the Sassi of Matera aboard a Van

Organize with us your Private Tour in the Sassi and Murgia Materana. Aboard a comfortable 8-seater Mercedes van you can discover everything there is to see in the city. From Sasso Caveoso to Sasso Barisano, we will cross the Old Town until we reach the Belvedere with its breathtaking view! Bottles of water will be available to our Guests. We offer customers a “private tour” service that allows yo…

4.9(34)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 34 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £119 per person

Panoramic Private Tour in Ape Calessino in the Sassi of Matera

The panoramic tour "Private Tour in Ape Calessino" - the Sassi in Ape "will allow you to have an exclusive experience to visit the city of Matera comfortably aboard the vintage and iconic ape calessino. The tour winds through the most beautiful alleys and squares, between Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. During the tour you will make some panoramic stops in the central squares and you will be ab…

5.0(32)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 32 reviews45 minFree cancellation

From £56.10 per person

Private walking tour in Matera

Private tour with a multilingual tour guide that will lead just you discovering the city and its history.

5.0(31)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 31 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £170 per person

Guided Tour to the Sassi of Matera in Spanish

Guided tour of the Sassi of Matera The tour of the Sassi of Matera investigates various architectural particulars of the city of Matera in a route that, starting at the Città del Piano, crosses the Sasso Barisano, crosses the Colle della Civita revealing the splendid Romanesque cathedral, leads to the Sasso Caveoso, place where it is possible to visit several cave complexes, as well as anthropolo…

4.7(38)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 38 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £29.75 per person

Matera Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Matera, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local guide, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Matera! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurant…

4.1(41)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 41 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £5.52 per person

Matera Private Tour: Discover the Sassi and rock-hewn wonders

The guided tour in Matera is dedicated to discovering its Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest rock-hewn centres in the world. The tour begins in Piazza Vittorio Veneto with views over the Sasso Caveoso and the Murgia plateau, then continues past the Palazzo Lanfranchi and the nearby Church of the Carmine, an elegant example of Baroque architecture. The route contin…

4.4(13)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 13 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £271.99 per person

Private guided tour of the Sassi of Matera in Tuk Tuk - 2 hours

Discover the magic of the Sassi of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a guided tuk tuk tour, a comfortable, original and suggestive way to explore one of the oldest cities in the world. Accompanied by an expert Guide, you will cross the famous Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, admiring rock churches, ancient houses carved into the rock and breathtaking views of Gravina. The tuk tuk allows…

4.6(10)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 10 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £110.50 per person

Caves, Counts and Crusades Self Guided Tour of Matera

Beneath Matera's main piazza lies a sealed underground city — Roman cisterns, a ninth-century church, and a tank that held five million litres of rainwater. This self-guided audio tour of the Sassi di Matera, delivered through an app, takes you past what most visitors never notice. You'll learn why families paid for better skull placement on a church door, how an assassinated count sparked a city…

4.7(7)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 7 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £5.83 per person

Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide

Explore one of the most evocative underground environments of the Sassi di Matera: about 400 m² carved into the rock, including cisterns, cellars, and ancient rupestrian spaces, with a multilingual audio guide included.

5.0(6)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews20 minFree cancellation

From £5.10 per person

Guided Tour of Matera and Sassi Rock Churches and Cave Houses

Discover the historic charm of Matera on this guided walking tour, which starts from the picturesque Piazza Vittorio Veneto. Admire the panoramic views of Civita and Sasso Barisano as you walk through the ancient alleys of the old town. Visit the amazing Rock Church and a traditional cave house to immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the region. This 2-hour tour, with a maximum of…

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £29.75 per person

Day in Altamura and Gravina Guided Tour with Lunch in an Osteria

You will be able to taste the uses, customs and dishes of two unique Apulian territories and, thanks to the knowledge and skills of the guide, visit sites of great historical, cultural and architectural value.

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews8 h

From £55.25 per person

Private UNESCO Heritage Tour at Matera and Alberobello

Discover the timeless charm of Matera and Alberobello on a private full-day tour from Polignano a Mare. Explore Matera’s ancient cave dwellings and rock churches, then wander through Alberobello’s iconic trulli houses. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and unforgettable landscapes—book your private experience today!

4.8(5)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £170 per person

Craco Ghost Town and Amaro Lucano Day Trip from Matera

Are you fascinated by Ghost Towns? Depart from Matera in a comfortable minivan and embark on a captivating journey to discover Craco. Today known as the "town suspended in time," Craco Vecchia retains the intact charm of a place where the clock of history has stopped. Once the beating heart of Basilicata, the village experienced centuries of community life, contributing to the economic and social…

4.0(7)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £178.50 per person

Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Live a suggestive walk of 2 hours in the history of a modern city still stuck to its origins, accompanied by a specialized local guide. This tour will allow you to explore the most picturesque corners of one of the Sassi di Matera, UNESCO World Heritage Site and European Capital of Culture 2019: "Sasso Caveoso". Discover the baroque district, the rock churches, the typical houses of the rural cul…

4.6(5)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £116.87 per person

Private Guided Walking Tour in Sassi of Matera

You will love Matera at the first sight. At first glance, Matera looks like any small Italian town, but in few steps from Baroque Churches and boutiques, you will discover a very special place called Sassi, where the people lived from the Neolithic Period until the 50th of the last century, and it is today the World Heritage Site and the stage for many films.

3.6(9)Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 9 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £144.50 per person

Matera Treasure Hunt: Explore Sassi & Must-Sees

We’ll meet at Tramontano Castle, where I’ll explain the rules of the game and give you a map with riddles linked to the places you’ll need to discover. You’ll have 2 hours to solve them, using both your brain and your legs — but the reward will be worth it! Along the way, you’ll explore hidden corners and discover what I consider to be the true gems of the city. I’ll stay at the starting point to…

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £32.30 per person

Scopri i Sassi di Matera

This is a tailor-made tour. People can decide to stop wherever they like. They will have time to explore the Old Town and its history and enjoy wonderful landscape.

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £119 per person

Matera Walk Through History

Walk through the historic districts known as the Sassi of Matera, with a visit inside a typical cave house, to discover the history and the artistic and cultural heritage through the places, the stories of those who lived there, local crafts and a visit to cave sites.

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 h 30 min

From £195.50 per person

Sassi of Matera: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Our private walking tour through the historic Sassi district of Matera lasts approximately 2 hours and is led by a local guide. Together you will explore the narrow streets and panoramic viewpoints of Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano, immersing yourself in the rich history, architecture, and cultural heritage of the city.

4.7(3)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £50.15 per person

James Bond in Matera

Follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous secret agent on this thrilling walking tour through the cinematic streets of Matera. Discover the iconic locations from No Time To Die as your guide shares behind-the-scenes stories and fascinating insights. Stroll along Via delle Beccherie, linking Via Duomo to the majestic 13th-century Romanesque Cathedral. Then, descend through narrow alleys a…

4.0(4)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £55.25 per person

Discover the Wonderful Matera Sassi with Local Guide

Join this fascinating 2-hour private tour of the Matera Sassi. Meet your expert guide in Piazzetta Pascoli, a viewpoint with a breathtaking panorama over the stones of Matera. Make your way down narrow stairways into the heart of Sasso Caveoso, one of the two Civita' districts, towards the baroque style church, San Pietro Caveoso. Venture inside a rupestrian church (carved into the rock), visit S…

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews2 h

From £176.80 per person

Private night tour of the Sassi by tuk tuk

Private tour in the magical scenery of the Sassi of Matera illuminated during the night The drivers Antonio and Francesco will be happy to accompany you to discover this unique show in the world: The Sassi of Matera at night. Make your stay in Matera unique with the scenarios of Barisano and Caveoso illuminated by the lights of the houses of the Sassi, a delight for the eyes of young and old.

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews35 minFree cancellation

From £59.50 per person

Matera Private Walking Tour with a Local

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Matera through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it li…

3.7(3)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews6 hFree cancellation

From £40.80 per person

Pearls of Matera Private Walking Tour

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Join us for a three-hour walking tour to explore the enchanting city of Matera. Visit Casa Cava, a unique space where history and modernity blend, and marvel at the beautiful frescoes of Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista. Take in the stunning views of Piazza Vittorio Veneto and delve into the fascinating history of Chiesa del Purgatorio. Di…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews3 h

From £320.44 per person