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Two-hour Guided Walking Tour

A guided walk through the ancient city to see its baroque churches and cave dwellings

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 2 hours

On this two-hour walk, you'll have the opportunity to experience the highlights of Matera – a rocky settlement built between two canyons known for its unique cave dwellings.

Led by your guide, you'll explore Sasso Caveoso, one of Matera's two ancient districts. After taking in views of the city from Matera Cathedral's bell tower, you'll head to a traditional cave house, which has been in use since the Paleolithic era.

You'll also have a chance to visit the San Pietro Caveoso church as well as the Chiesa di Santa Lucia alle Malve cave church to see its 13th-century frescoes.

Why Visit

  • A guided walk through Matera, 2019's European Capital of Culture
  • The Sasso Caveoso district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Visits to a traditional cave house and frescoed rupestrian church

What's included

  • Guide services

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Food and drinks
    • Admission to Chiesa di Santa Lucia alle Malve
    • Admission to the cave house

    Tour available in your selected language

    English
    German
    French
    Spanish

    Additional information

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older to book.

    Operated by Askos Tours

    Location

    Meeting point

    Piazza Giovanni Pascoli, Matera

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