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ITA Self Guided Tour – Discover Alberobello and Matera independently
With this guide to Alberobello and Matera, you will visit the two UNESCO World Heritage sites in complete autonomy. Matera, the city of the Sassi and European Capital of Culture 2019, and Alberobello, the highest expression of Puglia in the world, a fairy-tale charm that enchants visitors. This digital support has been created for our autonomous tour with transfers to Alberobello and Matera.
Itinerary of the day
Movements will be communicated via email or WhatsApp to the number indicated in the booking.
- 8:00 am, meeting with the bus in Polignano a Mare in Via Grazia Deledda, 8.
- 9:00 am, meeting with the bus in Bari, Largo Eroi del Mare, in front of the Statue of Giuseppe Mazzini.
- 10:00 am, arrival in Matera, free time.
- Meeting in Piazza Vittorio Veneto, in front of the Ferdinandea Fountain.
- 2.00pm, the bus will leave from the bus stop Viale Aldo Moro, 16, Matera – in front of Banca Mediolanum.
- Arrival in Alberobello, free time.
- Meeting in front of the Terra Mossa Restaurant, Alberobello.
- 5.30pm/6.00pm, the bus will leave from the “Check Point” Bus Parking – Alberobello.
- Rientro a Polignano a Mare (18:30 circa) e Bari (19:00 circa).
Maximum punctuality is recommended, the bus cannot wait beyond the indicated times!
Useful information
The total duration of the tour of Alberobello and Matera, including transfers from one location to another, is 9h.
The program may be subject to variations due to unforeseen events or road traffic. Please provide a valid phone number, preferably on WhatsApp, to receive updates from us and respond.
NB: In caso di necessità di assistenza si prega di contattare il numero +39 366 895 9532.
What's included
- Transfer by bus from Polignano a Mare or Bari.
- This digital support for the visit.
What is not included
- Guided Tour and Entrance Tickets.
- Lunch.
- Transfers from hotels or other cities.
Matera
Exploring Matera is like immersing yourself in a living history book. Every corner of the city hides surprises, stories and breathtaking views. Below you will find the main places of interest in the historic center, perfect for a visit to Matera independently.
DISCOVER THE ITINERARY (click here).
Don't miss:
📍 Sassi di Matera
The symbol of the city.
📍 Palombaro lungo
Located in Piazza Vittorio Veneto, it was once used to collect rainwater. It is an impressive feat of engineering not to be missed.
📍 Belvedere Luigi Guerricchio o dei “Tre Archi”
Panoramic terrace with portico (considered by many to be the best observation point in the city); from here you can admire the tangle of lanes of Sasso Barisano.
📍 Cathedral Basilica of Matera “Maria Santissima della Bruna”
It stands on the Civita hill, the highest part of the historic center. It offers an unparalleled view of the Sassi and houses splendid frescoes and decorations.
📍 Sasso Caveoso
A tangle of alleys, stairways and houses dug into the rock, where time seems to have stopped.
📍 Casa Grotta (paid entry)
A real cave house, inhabited until the 1950s, where you can discover how the Matera families lived. The furniture is original and tells of the daily life of the past.
📍 Belvedere Piazzetta Pascoli
One of the best panoramic points of the historic centre, it is the perfect place to take photos and admire the city in all its splendor.
📍 Via Domenico Ridola
One of the main streets of the historic center of Matera, perfect for a relaxing walk among craft shops, souvenirs and cafes.
Alberobello
Alberobello, with its iconic trulli, is a magical and unique place, where the charm of traditional Apulian architecture blends with the enchantment of a fairy-tale landscape. This guide will help you discover the most evocative places in the city for an independent visit, immersing you in its history and beauty.
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Don't miss:
📍 Rione Monti
The most famous neighborhood of Alberobello, known for the concentration of over 1000 trulli. Walking among these typical buildings is an unmissable experience.
📍 Trullo Sovrano (paid entry)
The only two-storey trullo in Alberobello. Today it is a museum that tells the story and culture of the city.
📍 Church of Sant'Antonio
The only trullo-shaped church, located at the top of the Monti district. The church has a characteristic conical dome and represents a curious example of sacred architecture inspired by the trulli tradition.
📍 Casa d’Amore
This was the first building built immediately after the end of feudal rule, built with "free" materials, without respecting the obligation to use only dry stone as for the trulli. Today it hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events.
📍 Belvedere Santa Lucia
To admire Alberobello in all its splendor, a visit here is a must. From this panoramic point, the trulli extend as far as the eye can see.
📍 Museo del Territorio – Casa Pezzolla
It is located within a complex of 15 communicating trulli. Here it is possible to discover life in the trulli and learn about the history of the region. A visit here is ideal for understanding the culture and traditions of the Itria Valley
