Piazza Vittorio Veneto

Historic Center and Sassi TourIt consists of a walking tour from the main square of the historic centre, Piazza Vittorio Veneto (starting point, arch-shaped fountain reference), with a panoramic view of the Sasso Barisano.Continue through the historic center until you reach Piazza Duomo where it will be possible to view the Cathedral from the outside and then enter the Sasso Caveoso. From here there will be a visit to the furnished house of peasant civilization, a frescoed rock church, a visit to the barbaric cemetery and the various neighborhoods.Everything will be explained by an authorized guide, which will allow you to understand the history of the city.The tour will end in Piazza Giovanni Pascoli in the historic center, close to the Sasso Caveoso.

Come to the meeting point to start the tour. Board the bus and go on a short drive to Matera. Then, follow your guide around this UNESCO World Heritage Site for an immersive tour. See the famous "Sassi", which are stone houses carved into caves, and learn about the town's history. Enjoy some free time to wander around the charming streets. Buy souvenirs in some artisan shops, and savor delicious local food. After a while, get back on the bus and relax on the return journey to Bari. Get off the bus at the end to finish the activity.

Enter the streets of Matera through this special tour. You'll be guided comfortably through the most beautiful parts of the city, with your local guide explaining the beauties that you will see along the way. You'll first visit the Purgatory Church, which boasts a wonderful Baroque Facade. Following that, you will reach the Romanesque cathedral which sits in the main square of Piazza Vittorio Veneto. After the cathedral, it will be time to begin your descent down to Sassi. Your tour includes stops to some of the most picturesque areas, from where you will be free to take beautiful pictures of both Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso.

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.

You will meet a local tour guide in the main square, Piazza Vittorio Veneto, where you'll begin your walking tour admiring the landscape of the historic center from unique viewpoints. Then the tour will lead you through the historic center, covering topics of Matera history on the way. Matera is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been chosen as the 2019 European Capital of Culture, an important acknowledgment for its history and beauty which has been carved in stone.  Walking among the "Sassi" (the ancient neighborhoods of Sasso Barisano e Sasso Caveoso), you will discover the cave houses and churches carved in the rock, as well as the newly restored Cathedral. From the Cathedral which is built on a high point of the hill, you will enjoy enchanting views over the historic center and of Murgia Materana Park, an area characterized by hills and Mediterranean vegetation.  Over the course of 2 hours, you will be completely immersed in a magical unique land, seeing all of the major sights of Matera.

This consists of a walking tour of the Sassi district, starting from an arch-shaped fountain in the main square of the historic center. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sasso Barisano. We continue through the historical center until we reach Piazza Duomo, where it will be possible to view the exterior of the Cathedral and then move on to the Sasso Caveoso, the city's oldest and most famous district. From here there will be a visit to the furnished house of the peasant civilization, a rupestrian church, and Santa Maria De Idris where you can see some Byzantine frescoes. Make a visit to the barbarian cemetery and various neighborhoods. What will make the visit to the Sassi special will be your expert guide who will tell the story of one of the oldest towns in the world.

The main attractions, the most important monuments, the curiosities, the legends, the places frequented by the locals, the best restaurants, the typical dishes, and the anecdotes of people who have always lived in the city. These are the elements I would like to find in a tour when I travel and that is exactly what you will find inside this digital tour! What will you need for this tour: - Smartphone - Internet connection - Some energy! You will walk about 3 km but it is feasible regardless of athletic training (so the tour must be done moving through the streets of Matera and not just by phone). You can start the tour at any time: once purchased you will receive link and password to start your experience! Everything is going to be into GetYourGuide Voucher so read all the info!  Once purchased, the tour can be used for the duration of the booked day + 2 extra days so: no rush at all! During the tour, you can freely enter the monuments (entrance fees are not included) and spend as much time as you like on the various visits! Unlike standard tours where you have to run after a guide, the beauty of this experience is that you can decide whether to relax, read historical insights, or spend more time on food or views! The experience is totally in your hands!

A local licensed tourist guide will lead you to discover the history and architecture of the two districts of The Sassi area, Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso, Unesco world heritage site since 1993. During the cultural tour, it will be possible to visit cisterns, rock churches or cave dwellings, also walking on movie locations. The main attraction is the visit of a fascinating underground space of 500 m², dating back to XVI-XVII sec., completely carved into the rock, an exclusive Crea Experience site, which will show you a different perspective of the famous cave life of Matera. It's composed by water tanks, wine cellars and silos and embodies the essence of Matera rural production and culture: a visible example of the water collection system and a synthesis of the historical and architectural continuity of the Sassi city. The tour is a continuous discovery and is ideal, as well, for people interested in history and curious tourists who want to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of the place, beyond the postcard image.

Explore the stones in all their essence. Our tour of the two stones is the tour that gives the most complete experience to discover the history, places and customs of the place. You will explore the guerricchio balcony overlooking the Sasso Barisano, Via Beccherire, Piazza Duomo rock church Santa Maria de Armenis, Visit Sasso Caveoso district, Church Santa Maria de Idris, Church San Giovanni in Monterrone, Grotta house, barbaric cemetery, neighborhoods and locations of the films. The tour ends in Piazza Pascoli.

The Walking Guided Tour of the Sassi starts in Piazza Pascoli with a historical and anthropological introduction of the Sassi neighborhoods. The tour continues through the historic center. Along the way, the guide will illustrate Baroque churches such as the Church of Purgatory and the Church of San Francesco d'Assisi. After visiting Piazza Vittorio Veneto - the main square of the historic center - the guide will lead you to explore an extraordinary hypogeum environment and, afterward, typically furnished cave-house with household furniture and work tools used by farmers in the fields. Crossing the Barisano neighborhood you enter the Sasso Caveoso area, dominated by the Monterrone cliff. On the top of the cliff, as indicated by a wrought iron cross, there are two ancient places of worship: the two churches of Madonna dell'Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone completely carved into the rock. The tour continues with the visit to a rock-hewn church.