We only visited this place because my friends name is Matera but the place really was a it surprise. The old city was fantastic to look at and we spent ages walking around the network of streets. This would be a great place to spend a long weekend and maybe next time we will.

A really picturesque and lovely place to visit. The views are stunning day and night and the Sassi extremely interesting Well worth seeing despite may other southern Italy attractions

Seeing the dwellings that comprise Sassi di Matera is an inspiring experience. We spent the entire day walking through the ancient caves that have housed people for 2,700 years. Read about the Sassi, then see for yourself. Make sure you go to the belvedere that overlooks the city and if you can hike around and look for surprises.

One of the really impressive places in all Europe to visit...... Forget maps, wear good walking shoes, visit, and enjoy. It is magnificent. This was the modern world of the First Century, amazingly preserved, and if a few Roman gladiators walked by, then some 12th Century monks ..... Neither would be out of place. Its a 10/10.

We were staying in a cave, but gave up driving trying to find it. Instead parked up and found a taxi! You'll understand why when you visit. It is a labyrinth of very narrow streets rising to the top layer only accessible by many stairs. The history is amazing it's incredible to know people were living in the caves with... More 

must see, INCOMPARABLE , really authentic, feels like you are living back in time. great scenery , you can enjoy fascinating sunset colors ,dicovery,, great walks,, shooting of Ben Hur film there...

An amazing, fascinating town, one of the most unusual we've visited. It consists of houses, churches, hotels and businesses all of which are caves built into the rocky hillside. The soft sandstone dug out was then used to face the buildings. Stepped areas grew in the hillside as more caves were dug, so many cave buildings in the areas known... More 

Nothing can prepare you for the enormity and extent of this unique area. The reality that these homes were used until the 1950's is remarkable. Needless to say they have been renovated to today's standards. Totally different to anywhere else. A Must see

Walk,discover,leave your map and just follow your feet here: there will be never something wrong that you do or see.everywhere you will be satisfied and happy to what you are watching. I simply love this place