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73R81R72RThe most popular day trips by bus from Matera are Bari, Altamura, Taranto, Potenza and Alberobello. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Matera on Omio.
Bari is a lively Adriatic city known for Bari Vecchia, the Basilica di San Nicola and its strong Apulian character. Historic lanes, street food and a working seafront give it an everyday southern Italian atmosphere.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 1h 0m.
Altamura in Puglia is known for its Romanesque cathedral and its famous DOP bread. The pale stone old town has medieval lanes and cloisters, with strong ties to the Murge landscape and local prehistory.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 18 km distance in 19m.
Taranto is a port city in Puglia known for its ancient Greek roots and strong naval identity. Set between two seas, it mixes an atmospheric old town, seafood culture and important archaeology.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 15m.
Potenza is the hilltop capital of Basilicata, known for its lofty setting, long public escalators and compact historic centre. More civic than showy, it gives travellers a clear sense of everyday southern Italian life beneath the Lucanian Apennines.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 67 km distance in 1h 25m.
Alberobello in Puglia is best known for its trulli, the whitewashed stone houses with conical roofs. The historic quarters have a calm, intimate feel shaped by rural Apulian life and local food.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:40, the last at 19:51. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 2h 20m.
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Museum inside a furnished cave dwelling that shows how local families lived in Matera before modern rehousing.
Working cave house with tools, cellars and domestic spaces that vividly presents daily life in the Sassi.
Contemporary sculpture museum in cave spaces and courtyards, known for exhibitions that pair modern art with Matera’s stone setting.
Ancient cave district of homes, lanes and terraces, ideal for wandering and seeing Matera’s most recognisable urban landscape.
Historic ridge between the two Sassi, with narrow lanes, churches and strategic viewpoints over the old town.
Cave district with stepped streets and stone façades, popular for scenic walks and a slightly quieter atmosphere than Caveoso.
Crisp, intensely flavoured bread made with local semolina and sourdough. Its long shelf life suited cave dwellers and it is a symbol of Matera.
Fresh pasta shaped like small ears, traditionally served with tomato sauce, caciocavallo or lamb ragù. A staple across Basilicata homes.
Durum wheat pasta with dried sweet peppers, often breadcrumbs and sometimes anchovy. The crunchy peppers are a hallmark of Lucanian cooking.
Refined dining in the Sassi focused on Basilicata ingredients, with elegant plating and a romantic setting in historic stone rooms.
Popular bakery and casual eatery known for Pane di Matera, focaccia, pizza and quick local bites, ideal for tasting regional baked goods.
Traditional Matera restaurant in the Sassi serving Lucanian dishes, house pasta and local wine in a warm cave-like setting.
Moderate for Italy: cave hotels can be pricey, but dining is reasonable and local buses are low-cost for visitors.
Service is often included or rounded up. Leave €1-2 in cafés, round up taxi fares, and tip 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
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Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo -> Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera
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Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Terrazzino (0.5 km), Osteria Al Casale (0.6 km), Caffè Tripoli (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo.
Available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Elevators, ramps.
Matera has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Matera. ATMs are available at Matera.
Ticket office support is available at Matera.
Available at Matera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera: Wheelchair accessible routes are available.
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