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

5.00(1)Matera· Cave dwellings · stone cityEnglish

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.

Languages
English

What's included

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.

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the designated start point

Cancellation

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

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

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