
Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide worth booking?
Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide is a 0.3-hour experience in Matera, Italy, from $7 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 0.3 hours
- From
- $7 per person
Explore one of the most evocative underground environments of the Sassi di Matera: about 400 m² carved into the rock, including cisterns, cellars, and ancient rupestrian spaces, with a multilingual audio guide included.
What you get
About this experience
Explore one of the most evocative underground environments of the Sassi di Matera: about 400 m² carved into the rock, including cisterns, cellars, and ancient rupestrian spaces, with a multilingual audio guide included.
What's included
Included
- audio guide
What you'll see and do
The Rupestrian Church Of San Giorgio
Discover the Ipogei of the San Giorgio Rock Complex, in the heart of the Sassi of Matera. Explore autonomously about 400 m² of rooms carved into the rock, including ancient cisterns, cellars, rupestrian spaces, and testimonies of daily life in the Sassi. The visit is accompanied by a multilingual audio guide that tells the history and transformations of the complex over the centuries.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
The Rupestrian Church Of San Giorgio
Via Sette Dolori, Recinto Paradiso, Matera, 75100, Italy
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Rupestrian Church Of San Giorgio · Via Sette Dolori, Recinto Paradiso, Matera, 75100, Italy
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cs, de, pt, ja, en, it, pl, fr, hu, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Complesso Rupestre San Giorgio Matera
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 0.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Matera.
How much does Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide cost?
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Prices start at $7 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 Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide take?
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Plan for about 0.3 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 Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 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 Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide?
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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 Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide?
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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 0.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide 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 Discover Matera, the ancient city - English tour, Tour in the Sassi of Matera with Casa Grotta and Rock Church, Matera's Sassi Walking Tour - PREMIUM GUIDES. 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.
What is included in Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide?
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Included: audio guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide?
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The experience starts at The Rupestrian Church Of San Giorgio, Via Sette Dolori, Recinto Paradiso, Matera, 75100, Italy. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide offered in?
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It is offered in Czech, German, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Hungarian, Dutch and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Matera: San Giorgio Underground, underground tour with audio guide if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Matera. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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