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Guided walking tour of the Sassi of Matera

Free cancellation
Place: Matera
Duration: 2 hours
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted

Do this because

  • Discover Sassi of Matera, from being the “shame of Italy” to being a UNESCO Heritage site since 1993
  • Explore Matera, European Capital of Culture in 2019
  • Admire typical cave houses, and the marvelous frescoes of the Rock Church
  • Immerse yourself within the charming alleys of Sassi and become a part of the city

What to expect

Visiting the Sassi of Matera is a unique experience that you will never forget. A licensed tour guide will accompany you and will enrich your tour with a lot of fascinating information.

You will stroll through the charming alleys of Sassi, admiring the most fascinating corners and views. Your tour will be enriched by the information provided by an expert tour guide about the history, the traditions and interesting anecdotes about life in Sassi. You will realize how the life of peasants was in the past, visiting a typical furnished cave dwelling dating back to the ‘50s. After that, you will visit a beautiful Rock Church with wonderful frescoes inside.

Book this walking tour and discover the beauty of this UNESCO Heritage Site, which was a national shame in the past, but today it has become one of the most attractive destinations, with visitors coming all over the world.

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Important to know

  • Due to uneven and steep surfaces, this activity is unsuitable for anyone who has difficulties walking
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
  • This tour operates with a minimum number of 2 participants
  • Please note that children up to 6 years can participate free of charge
  • If you cancel within 48 hours before the date of the tour, you will receive a full refund. Full refund is also provided only if the tour is cancelled by Matera City Tour (bad weather does not imply the cancellation of the tour)
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What’s included

Entrance fees

Guided walking tour

Entrance ticket

On-site assistance

Map

Local guide

What’s not included

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Food tasting

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Matera City Tour, Via Rocco Scotellaro, 4, Matera, MT, Italia

Meeting point:

The meeting point is in via Rocco Scotellaro n. 4, at the Matera City Tour agency (infoPoint A).

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145