Piazza San Francesco Matera

Embark on a private 3-hour walking tour through the enchanting streets of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ancient architecture and cave dwellings. Starting in Piazza Vittorio Veneto, you’ll meet your expert guide who will introduce you to the fascinating history and hidden gems of this extraordinary city. As you stroll through Matera’s historic districts, you’ll visit iconic landmarks like the Church of San Giovanni Battista, Casa Cava, Rione Sasso Barisano, and the Rock Church of Sant'Antonio. Along the way, explore traditional cave houses, including a typical “Casa Grotta,” and enjoy the breathtaking views from the picturesque Piazza San Pietro Caveoso. The tour will take you through some of Matera’s most captivating sites, including the Church of Madonna delle Grazie, Piazza del Sedile, and Piazza San Francesco d’Assisi. You’ll conclude with a visit to the magnificent Cathedral of Matera, perched on the highest point of the city, offering stunning views of Matera and its surroundings. This immersive guided tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the charm, history, and culture of one of the world’s most ancient cities, making it an unforgettable journey into Matera’s fascinating past.

Pick-up service from the city of Matera to reach the city of Alberobello and start your tour. Arrival in Alberobello, a town famous all over the world for its Trulli, and meeting with the guide for the guided tour. Visit of the Monumental area Rione Monti: district known for the presence of 1000 trulli; short stop on the Belvedere to observe the panorama that the Trulli themselves offer, ending with a visit to the Church of Sant'Antonio. Free time for lunch and afterwards return to Matera With this tour you can also visit the City of Matera (day chosen by the customer based on availability) Tour Matera: • Departure from our Agency (via A. Volta n. 3/5). • Short stop in piazza San Francesco, in front of the homonymous Church; • Arrival at the highest point of the city, the Civita, where you are in front of the Cathedral; • Panoramic road composed of narrow streets and winding alleys to reach via dei Fiorentini; • Church of Sant'Antonio Abate. • Casa Grotta traditionally furnished. • Via Madonna delle Virtù and Porta Pistoia, "Pert P'stel" in the vernacular of Matera, where there is a widening, meeting point between Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso. • History of the Church of San Pietro Caveoso. • Local artisanship. • Piazzetta Pascoli, overlooking the Sassi.