Private Guided Tour in Matera

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Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Italian
Entrance ticket to the cave house museum

Overview

Exploring the Sassi with Vito Rondinone, an official guide from Matera, offers you an exclusive and personalized experience to truly connect with this magical place. As a private tour, you’ll have the full attention of a highly qualified local guide, dedicated solely to you, ensuring that every moment is tailored to your interests. You’ll not only visit the must-see spots but also uncover hidden, non-touristy gems that only a local expert can reveal. The journey begins at a breathtaking viewpoint, setting the stage for an immersive exploration through the ancient alleys of Sasso Caveoso, where I’ll share captivating stories of Matera’s rich history and vibrant culture. We’ll visit a traditional cave house museum, offering a firsthand look into the unique living conditions of the past. Throughout the tour, you’ll encounter stunning vistas, discover Matera’s culinary traditions, and gain a deep understanding of the city’s evolution, making this private tour an unforgettable experience.

Meeting points

You will find the guide in Piazzetta Pascoli, near the drop-shaped sculpture.

End point

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The tour ends in Piazza Duomo, where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Sasso Barisano.

Itinerary

Piazza San Pietro Caveoso (Pass By)

After enjoying breathtaking views and listening to the incredible and compelling story of the Sassi you will cross the most unspoiled area of the Sassi. You will also discover the less touristy corners and you will arrive in the most beautiful square of Sasso Caveoso, Piazza San Pietro, one of the most evocative panoramic points of the city.
Casa Cisterna Sotterranea

You will visit a typically furnished cave-house museum, a unique chance to see with your own eyes the unhealthy conditions in which local people lived in the cave dwellings of the Sassi until not so long ago. This is the key to understand the most controversial part of the history of Matera, when the city was called the national shame. A visit to the museum is also an opportunity to see an ancient cistern for collecting rainwater and understand the water collection system, one of the most interesting aspects of the city, which will be explained in detail by the guides.

10 minutes
Via Muro (Pass By)

Walking along an ancient street built on the medieval walls of the city you will admire its beauty and you will understand why so many directors have chosen it as a film set. This will be an opportunity to tell anecdotes and stories about the many films shot in Matera, from Mel Gibson's controversial The Passion to 007's spectacular latest film, No Time to Die.
Piazza Duomo

In Piazza Duomo you will admire the Romanesque facade of the Medieval Cathedral of Matera and a breathtaking view of the Saso Barisano.

10 minutes

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

May 13100% refund

May 14No refund

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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Exploring Matera with...

Published on Oct, 2024

Exploring Matera with our guide Vito was great.. He should us many different places, even hidden ones places with interesting stories behind them. He has got a lot of knowledge and he answered all our questions.

Great Experience Matera Tour

Published on Oct, 2024

We spent a few hours with Vito as part of our bike tour itinerary provided by Dario and Giuseppe from Siciclando cycling company. Vito is warm and knowledgeable about this UNESCO site. We enjoyed his personal approach and casual walk through an amazing city. We would give him our highest recommendation.

Great tour!

Published on Sep, 2024

Great tour by Vito! He grew up in Matera and was very well informed. His English was outstanding. It was a good pace and overall very enjoyable!

Great tour with wonderful insights

Published on Sep, 2024

Wonderful 3 hours spent with Vito. Having grown up in Matera, and with grand parents having lived in the Sassi, Vito had a strong connection to the town and this showed in his understanding the life and history of the area. Taken off the tourist route, we got to see things you would miss without this tour. Also enjoyed the film locations and insights. Vito was great company and responded promptly to our enquires. Even visited the family winery and tried the wine, very nice indeed. Great value and highly recommended

Outstanding Visit in Matera

Published on Sep, 2024

Vito was booked for us through our tour planner and we could not have been more pleased. He is amazingly personal and you receive an excellent understanding of the Sassi from a local.