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Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano
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Matera
About
Starting from Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, you will explore the Sassi, the ancient districts of the city. Discover Matera's charm, from the most beautiful and breathtaking viewpoints, to the most hidden and fascinating corners. Entering the caves of Matera, you will see how families once lived. You will visit the palombaro, the large cistern for the rainwater collection, and you will learn how the people of Matera collected the rainwater, essential for the survival of the population. Knowing all the secrets of Matera, you will learn how this city went from being the 'shame of Italy' to be a UNESCO site and a jewel of the Italian cultural heritage.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit the ancient cave houses
Visit Matera with a licensed and experienced local tour guide
Visit the palombaro, the rainwater collection system, for which Matera was named a UNESCO site.
Discover the beauty of Matera and learn its secrets
Rock churches
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
The tour guide will wait for you in front of the church of S. Pietro. The guide will wear an identification badge.
It is advised to arrive 10 minutes before the tour.
There are two parking lots: one is in Via Pasquale Vena, the other one is in Via Rocco Scotellaro.
Return
Piazzetta Pascoli
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You will visit the large cistern for the rainwater collection, and you will learn how the people of Matera collected the rainwater, essential for the survival of the population.
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Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano
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About
Starting from Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, you will explore the Sassi, the ancient districts of the city. Discover Matera's charm, from the most beautiful and breathtaking viewpoints, to the most hidden and fascinating corners. Entering the caves of Matera, you will see how families once lived. You will visit the palombaro, the large cistern for the rainwater collection, and you will learn how the people of Matera collected the rainwater, essential for the survival of the population. Knowing all the secrets of Matera, you will learn how this city went from being the 'shame of Italy' to be a UNESCO site and a jewel of the Italian cultural heritage.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit the ancient cave houses
Visit Matera with a licensed and experienced local tour guide
Visit the palombaro, the rainwater collection system, for which Matera was named a UNESCO site.
Discover the beauty of Matera and learn its secrets
Rock churches
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
The tour guide will wait for you in front of the church of S. Pietro. The guide will wear an identification badge.
It is advised to arrive 10 minutes before the tour.
There are two parking lots: one is in Via Pasquale Vena, the other one is in Via Rocco Scotellaro.
