
Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
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Is Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour worth booking?
Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Matera, Italy, from $163 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (5)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $163 per person
Live a suggestive walk of 2 hours in the history of a modern city still stuck to its origins, accompanied by a specialized local guide. This tour will allow you to explore the most picturesque corners of one of the Sas
What you get
About this experience
Live a suggestive walk of 2 hours in the history of a modern city still stuck to its origins, accompanied by a specialized local guide. This tour will allow you to explore the most picturesque corners of one of the Sassi di Matera, UNESCO World Heritage Site and European Capital of Culture 2019: "Sasso Caveoso". Discover the baroque district, the rock churches, the typical houses of the rural culture as well as the beautiful landscapes that were the locations of the biblical and historical films filmed in the city.
What's included
Included
- Guidance and assistance for the entire duration of the tour by a certified local guide
Not included
- Meals
- Tickets for a rupestrian church with frescoes and a typically furnished casagrotta.
- Any kind of transportation
What you'll see and do
Sassi di Matera
Meeting in Piazzetta Pascoli where you can enjoy a fantastic view of the Sassi and the Murge upland. Walk in the streets where great directors such as Pasolini and Mel Gibson have made memorable movies.
20 minutes here
Museo Di Palazzo Lanfranchi
View of the Palazzo Lanfranchi, which houses the Museum of modern and medieval art of Basilicata.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Sasso Barisano
The Sassi di Matera are two districts: Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano.
15 minutes here
Visit the church of San Pietro Caveoso. Church of San Pietro caveoso is regarded as one of the major religious points of reference in Matera both for the size of the parish and the strength of its assets.
15 minutes here
Chiesa rupestre di Santa Lucia alle Malve
Santa Lucia alle Malve is a rupestrian church in Matera, an ancient monastery that welcomed Benedictine-order nuns between the 8th and 16th centuries.
15 minutes here
Antica Matera Casa Grotta
La Casagrotta is the typical dwelling of the Sassi carved into the rock. The casagrotta is composed of 4 rooms dug on three levels, with attached stable and cellar.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Matera
Martulli Viaggi in Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, Matera.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Martulli Viaggi in Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, Matera.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Askos Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- Activity level: moderate.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $163 to $275
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Matera.
How much does Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $163 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Matera usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Matera is not rushed.
Is Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Matera, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Matera can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Matera and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Explore Matera: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Matera within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Matera?
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On Outty we rank every Matera experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tour in the Sassi of Matera with Casa Grotta and Rock Church, Sassi di Matera guided tour with Giulio, Discover Matera, the ancient city - English tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Matera?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Matera?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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