Things to do in Matera

Planning questions about Matera

What are the best things to do in Matera?

Discover Matera, the ancient city - English tour is the highest ranked experience in Matera, scoring 96 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,894 traveler reviews. Matera's Sassi Walking Tour - PREMIUM GUIDES, Tour in the Sassi of Matera with Casa Grotta and Rock Church, Sassi di Matera guided tour with Giulio, Panoramic Tour of the Sassi of Matera in Open-Bus with House-Cave round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Matera, Italy, and 5 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Matera cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Matera is $25 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $3 on Matera Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Matera for today?

Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Matera currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Matera good for families?

Yes. 10 of the experiences we rank in Matera are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Matera?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.

When is the best time to visit Matera?

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.

Can I cancel a booking in Matera?

118 of the 120 experiences we rank in Matera offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Matera gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Matera so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.