From Matera: Murgia Park Rocky Churches Tour

4.6458335 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.6458335 out of 5 stars
144 reviews
Activity provider:Martulli Viaggi - Matera
From Matera: Murgia Park Rocky Churches Tour
4.6458335 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.6458335 out of 5 stars
144 reviews

Discover the real history of Matera on a tour through Murgia Park, from where you can admire the beautiful landscape views.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Italian

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Christine – Malta

Excellent. Guide was very informed and very caring towards elderly client

M
Mona – United States

The tour was great! The guide had a key to the rock churches which we were able to ret inside and see. He took his time to explain everything. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because he did the tour in Italian. Other guests on the tour were able to translate for us to English.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    2 starting location options:

    Informazioni Turistiche Matera Visite Guidate Matera Martulli Viaggi, Martulli Viaggi - Tour & Experience

  • Timeline stop icon

    Murgia Materana Park

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Walk (2 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Martulli Viaggi - Tour & Experience, Informazioni Turistiche Matera Visite Guidate Matera Martulli Viaggi

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the centuries-old frescoes of the Rocky Churches
  • Take in panoramic views of the city of Matera
  • Discover hidden corners along this wonderful route

Full description

This excursion to the Rocky Churches Park is a beautiful experience. During this tour, you will discover the history of this magical place.

On Murgia Timone you will see the first human settlement and traces of an ancient Neolithic village. Moving on, you will see two important rocky churches, as well as the Rocky Crypt of San Falcione and the Rocky Church of Madonna delle Tre Porte, with its Byzantine frescos.

You will also head to a scenic point, called Golgota, where Mel Gibson filmed “The Passion of the Christ”. During the excursion, you will enjoy the unique spectacle of the City of Stones as it lights up at sunset.

Includes

  • Transfer from Matera to the Park
  • Rocky churches tickets
  • Specialized tour guide
  • 10% Discount Coupon at MòVado Food & Drink
  • Food and beverages
  • Tasting
  • Gratuities

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
  • Visually impaired people

Meeting point

Meet at the Tourist Office.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water

Not allowed

  • High-heeled shoes

Know before you go

  • The entrance fee to the park is included in the price of the tour
  • Tips are not included

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 144 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Christine – MaltaApril 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent. Guide was very informed and very caring towards elderly client
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Mona – United StatesMay 6, 2024 – Verified booking
The tour was great! The guide had a key to the rock churches which we were able to ret inside and see. He took his time to explain everything. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because he did the tour in Italian. Other guests on the tour were able to translate for us to English.
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Sabrina – ItalySeptember 24, 2023 – Verified booking
Our guide was excellent. She is passionate about the landscape, Matera’s long history and significance. Mina showed us things that interested us and was a wealth of knowledge, pointing out many things that would be unnoticed if you were to explore on your own. This trek, if in the summer months, is best done at sunrise or late afternoon. We left at 6pm. I wish the daylight held out but we saw almost everything. It was pretty wonderful walking that park in the evening. But I wish we started at 5pm rather than 6pm. Other than that. It was fantastic.

Product ID: 273642

Activity provider:Martulli Viaggi - Matera

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