Best Walking Routes in Matera
Slow down and soak it all in. We’ve curated 3 scenic walks that guide you through the city's most atmospheric streets, quietest parks, and finest views.



HISTORICAL •PANORAMIC •URBANCivita and Barisano Path
Percorso Civita e BarisanoThis walk highlights the incredible architectural diversity of the city, showing how inhabitants upgraded their cave dwellings into respectable urban homes. It provides a fascinating contrast to the more primitive southern district.Loading map of 4 stops...1.0km17 mview route


HILLY •HISTORICAL •URBANSasso Caveoso Circuit
Circuito del Sasso CaveosoThis specific stroll immerses you in the most historically intact and visually dramatic section of the ancient city. It is the best way to physically understand how humanity adapted to and sculpted this challenging geological environment.Loading map of 4 stops...435m6 mview route


HISTORICAL •PANORAMIC •URBANPiano Evening Promenade
Passeggiata Serale al PianoThis is the essential Italian cultural experience of the evening stroll, combined with world class architecture. It requires far less physical exertion than navigating the stairs below, making it perfect for a leisurely post dinner activity.Loading map of 4 stops...773m11 mview route
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