Tour of the Sassi of Matera

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Duration

2h 30minutes

Languages

Deutsch, English, Espanol, Francais, Italiano

Participants

1-25 people

Type

Guided Tour

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About this tour

Historical center tour of Matera

Heritage of theUNESCO since 1993, the Sassi di Matera represent one of the most iconic and distinctive places in the world. They are rock-hewn constructions carved into the rock along an area of 32 hectares protected by the Natural Historical Archaeological Park of the Rock Churches of Matera.

The Sassi are connected to the center of the Lucanian city by many accesses that link the ancient districts to the more modern area. These archaic urban settlements date back to thepaleolithic era, when local residents began shaping the tuff rock to make their homes.

From the Middle Ages onward, the Sassi were also used to house places of Christian worship that can still be admired today. Actually, the expression "Sassi" also refers to the two main neighborhoods that make up the historic center of Matera, the Civita and the Piano. Right around the Civita are the Sasso Barisano and the Sasso Caveoso.

So if you want to visit the beauty of Matera, you cannot miss this fantastic guided tour that allows you to see the city's most beautiful Sassi and rock churches. The tour kicks off from Vittorio Veneto Square at 9:00 a.m. and over the course of 2 1/2 hours allows you to see Via Beccherie, Piazza Duomo, Via Muro, Santa Maria de Idris, San Giovanni in Monterrone, the Barbarian Cemetery and the Neighborhood Cave House.

Tour of the two Sassi: journey of discovery of Matera

Matera is one of the main destinations for those wishing to visit the natural and historical beauty of the Basilicata. The town in Lucania, in fact, is renowned for the presence of the so-called Sassi, or ancient dwellings carved in stone that date back to the Paleolithic age.

Some of these buildings were also used as cave churches, inside which you can still see the remains of paintings and altars. To enjoy all this, don't miss this fascinating guided tour that will take you around the Stones of Matera. The excursion starts from Vittorio Veneto Square and from there you will move to San Giovanni Square and the Church of San Pietro Barisano, the largest in the city.

Next, you will be able to see the Neighborhood Cave House in Via Purgatorio, where you will learn about the living habits of the peasants who lived in the Sassi until the 1950s. You will then continue to the church of Santa Maria de Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone. Finally, you will arrive at Pascoli Square to end the experience with a spectacular view of the Sasso Caveoso.

Important things to know

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Tourist assistance service included
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Tickets and discounts

Il costo del tour condiviso in lingua italiana è di 20,00€ per gli adulti
Il costo del tour condiviso in lingua italiana è di 7,00€ per i ragazzi dai (14-17 anni)
Il costo del tour in lingua inglese, spagnolo, francese e tedesco è di 35,00€ a persona
The cost of the private tour is €120.00, for groups of up to 3 participants
The cost of the private tour is €150.00, for groups of up to 8 participants

Facilitations

Il tour è disponibile nelle seguenti lingue: italiano, inglese, spagnolo, francese e tedesco
The guided tour is suitable for children and people with disabilities can participate
Disabled and blind discounts are provided for tickets to the Sassi and churches
The meeting point is at 13 Don Minzoni St.

About the experience

The tour is available year-round at 10:30 a.m.; 12:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m.
Included in the price are entrance fees: guide service, entrance fees in the cave house facilities, rock church of Santa Maria de idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone

Limitations

Only small animals are allowed at the activity
Radiophone service and disposable earphones will be made available to clients according to the group quota (maximum 20 people)

Cancellation

Payment can be made online, with free cancellation up to 15 days before arrival

Suitable for children

Suitable for couples

Pets allowed

Parking available

Barrier-free

Language supports

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Adult
€20.00
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Boys (14-17years old)
€7.00
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Group of up to 3 people
€120.00
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Group of up to 8 participants
€150.00
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To person
€35.00
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Total

€0.00

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Cancellation policy

Payment can be made online, with free cancellation up to 15 days before arrival

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Reservation assistance

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Tour's location

Vittorio Veneto Square

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How to get there

How to reach the meeting point by car

From Piazza Garibaldi in Naples take Corso Lucci and Via Ferraris to enter the A3. After 3 km take the exit for A1/E45 and enter the A16/E842. Continue for 127 km and take the exit for Candela. After 200 meters turn into SP95 and enter SS655. Continue for 112 km and enter SP8. Advance on Via Timmari, Via Passarelli, Via de Robertis, Viale Aldo Moro and Via Fratelli Rosselli. Then turn onto Via XX Settembre, Via Amendola, Via Piave, Via d'Addozio and Via Fiorentini to Piazza Vittorio Veneto.

How to reach the meeting point by public transportation

From Naples Central Station take the bus to Matera. From Via D. Sturzo continue on foot on Via Nazionale, Via Annunziatella and Via XX Settembre to Piazza Vittorio Veneto.

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