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Matera · Best Attractions · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Attractions in Matera
Discover the best attractions in Matera. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best attractions in Matera
Parco Regionale della Murgia Materana
Explore ancient cave dwellings, rock churches, and breathtaking landscapes in Matera's stunning natural reserve.
75100 Matera, Province of Matera
Parco Naturale Regionale Terra delle Gravine
Discover Puglia's hidden gem: a natural park with stunning canyons, ancient cave dwellings, and diverse wildlife in Southern Italy.
74121 Taranto Province of Taranto
Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli
Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Matera's ancient cave dwellings from this must-see observation deck.
Piazzetta Pascoli, 75100 Matera MT
Cattedrale di Maria Santissima della Bruna e Sant'Eustachio
Discover Matera's stunning 13th-century cathedral: a blend of Romanesque architecture, sacred art, and breathtaking views of the Sassi.
Piazza Duomo, 75100 Matera MT
Palazzo Lanfranchi
Explore art and history within the walls of Matera's Palazzo Lanfranchi, a Baroque landmark housing the National Museum.
Piazzetta Pascoli, 1, 75100 Matera MT
Casa Grotta nei Sassi di Matera
Step back in time and experience the unique troglodyte lifestyle of Matera's Sassi inhabitants at Casa Grotta.
Vico Solitario, 11, 75100 Matera MT
Sasso Caveoso
Explore Sasso Caveoso, Matera's ancient cave district: a UNESCO World Heritage site with rock-hewn dwellings dating back to the Paleolithic era.
Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, 75100 Matera MT
Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista
Explore Matera's Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture with a rich history and unique artistic details.
Via San Biagio, 75100 Matera MT
Chiesa di San Francesco d'Assisi
Discover Matera's architectural gem: Chiesa di San Francesco d'Assisi, a blend of Romanesque origins and Baroque splendor in the heart of the city.
Piazza S. Francesco, 75100 Matera MT
Castle Park
Relax and enjoy panoramic views at Castle Park in Matera, a tranquil green space near the historic Castello Tramontano.
Via del Castello, 75100 Matera MT
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