Matera Food Walking Tour in a Small Group with a Local Guide Discount Tickets

Overview

Discover the authentic charm of the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world, with a street food tour that combines local flavors with stunning scenery. Stroll through its maze of stone-carved alleys, historic districts, and scenic overlooks as your local guide brings to life stories of cave dwellings, ancient communities, and the layered history of this extraordinary city. Admire Belvedere on Via Duomo, Piazza Duomo, the Cathedral of Matera, former Monastery of Santa Lucia and Agata alla Civita, Piazza Sant'Eligio, and Belvedere Giovanni Pascoli. Delight in a curated selection of Matera and Lucania's iconic street foods. Enjoy crispy peperoni cruschi, traditional cialledda materana, fresh handmade cavatelli, and finish with artisanal gelato in the heart of the Sassi. Along the way, your guide will reveal how food, history, and daily life remain deeply intertwined in this extraordinary city.

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Cavatelli, traditional handmade pasta served with simple local sauces to highlight its texture.

Cialledda, made with bread, tomatoes, oregano, and other fresh seasonal ingredients.

Artisanal gelato, crafted with natural ingredients and classic and creative seasonal flavors.

Peperoni crusco, Basilicata's iconic crispy sun-dried peppers with a delicate sweet flavor.

Exclusion

Carbonated beverages

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not suitable for travelers with gluten intolerance.