
Day trip from Venosa to Matera
Why visit Matera for the day?
Matera is known for the Sassi, ancient cave districts carved into a limestone ravine. Rock-hewn churches, steep lanes and restored stone houses give the city a stark, historic character.
The most popular day trips from Venosa are Matera, Potenza, Melfi and Altamura. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journey from Venosa on Omio.

Matera is known for the Sassi, ancient cave districts carved into a limestone ravine. Rock-hewn churches, steep lanes and restored stone houses give the city a stark, historic character.

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.

Melfi is a hill town in Basilicata known for its Norman castle and deep medieval roots. Its stone centre, cathedral and views towards Monte Vulture give it a historic, rural character.

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.