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Things to see in Matera (Italy): 34 places and when to go
Matera is a town in Italy, and this site lists 34 places in and around it, mainly History (14), Temples (9), Hiking (7). The best known are Sassi di Matera, Matera Cathedral and Castello Tramontano. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 06. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 40.6374, 16.5621
- Places
- 34 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (14) · Temples (9) · Hiking (7) · Museums and art (4) · Nature (2) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- NAP Napoli, 193 km as the crow flies
What to see in Matera
The places in and around Matera, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Sassi di MateraHistory5.3 km
- Matera CathedralChurch in Matera, Basilicata, Italy5.3 km
- Castello TramontanoCastle in Matera, Basilicata, Italy4.7 km
- Palazzo dell'AnnunziataBuilding in Matera, Italy4.9 km
- Gravina di MateraRiver in Italy5.4 km
- San Pietro CaveosoChurch in Matera, Italy5.2 km
- Chiesa del PurgatorioChurch building in Matera, Italy5.0 km
- Park of the Rupestrian Churches of MateraProtected area in Italy (EUAP0419)5.6 km
- Castello del MalconsiglioCastle in Miglionico, Italy9.4 km
- Santa Maria Maggiore, MiglionicoChurch in Miglionico (MT), Italy9.2 km
- convento di Sant'AgostinoConvent in Matera, Italy5.5 km
- National Museum of MateraMuseum in Italy5.0 km
- Museum-workshop of the Peasant CultureMuseum in Italy5.2 km
- Museo nazionale d'arte medievale e moderna della BasilicataMuseum in Matera, Italy5.0 km
- santuario della Madonna di PiccianoChurch in Matera, Italy10 km
- Crypt of the Original SinBuilding in Matera, Italy1.9 km
- Chiesa di Santa Maria di IdrisChurch in Matera, Italy5.2 km
- Monte CarboneMountain in Italy9.0 km
- Chiesa di Santa Lucia alle MalveChurch in Matera, Italy5.1 km
- Villaggio SaracenoArchaeological site in Matera, Italy8.2 km
- Birfoot BirrificioBrewery5.4 km
- Chiesa Sant'AgostinoTemples13 km
- San Rocco obeliskObelisk in Montescaglioso, Italy13 km
- Locanda di San MartinoHot spring bath5.1 km
And the other 10, by what you come to do:
- History: Palazzo Gattini Luxury, Porta Sant'Angelo
- Hiking: Via Ellenica - Terra delle Gravine (Tappa 7), Via Ellenica - Terra delle Gravine (Tappa 8), Via Lucana - Tappa 4, Via Lucana - Tappa 5, Via Lucana - Tappa 6, Via Lucana - Tappa 7, Via Peuceta Tappa 7
- Museums and art: Visit center - naturalistic museum
When to go to Matera
The best time to visit Matera is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:24
- FebPossible10:26
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:05
- MayBest time14:16
- JunBest time14:54
- JulPossible14:38
- AugPossible13:37
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:53
- NovPossible9:41
- DecPossible9:06
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 06. In April, 34 of the 34 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Matera
The nearest main airport is Naples International Airport (NAP, Napoli), 193 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Metaponto11 places36 km
- Acquaviva delle Fonti10 places37 km
- Mottola17 places38 km
- Stigliano10 places38 km
- piazza Emilio Caizzo7 places45 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Matera?
The best known: Sassi di Matera, Matera Cathedral, Castello Tramontano, Palazzo dell'Annunziata, Gravina di Matera. In all, 34 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Matera?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 06.
How do you get to Matera?
The nearest main airport is Naples International Airport (NAP), 193 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Matera as the destination and these 34 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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