Sassi of Matera tour with a private guide
Activities

Sassi of Matera tour with a private guide

Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, German
Availability: Every day
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 2 hours 30 minutes
Do this because
  • Discover a real hidden gem of Italy and of the entire world
  • Get to know the story and the legends behind this picturesque and truly unique city
  • Visit the most famous 'Sassi' in a real open-air museum!
  • Explore the places where some famous movies were made, like Mel Gibson's 'The Passion of the Christ'
What to expect

Book this 2.5-hour private walking tour to discover the most important part of the Sassi of Matera, the famous rocks that strongly characterize this town. You'll see Sasso Caveoso, Piano area, Sasso Barisano, then visit the cellars, the natural caves, the cisterns, the baroque Romanesque churches and the Rupestrian churches.

Follow the steps of your expert guide through the places where some famous movies were made. For instance, you'll see the locations of Mel Gibson's 'The Passion of the Christ' and so much more! Did you know that the 'City of Stones' is considered one of the oldest in the world? Matera is an authentic open-air museum.

A city that lies on a rocky ridge, divided into the Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. An unmissable sightseeing experience!

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What's included
  • check Private tour
  • check Expert tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Entrance fees to museums/attractions (in case you decide to visit any of them in particular)
Where

Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet your guide in front of the newsstand in Piazza Vittorio Veneto.
What to remember
  • Please note that this tour does not include any entrance ticket – in case you want to visit any particular site you'll have to buy the ticket on the spot
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Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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