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Matera & Grottaglie from Lecce

9 hour(s)
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Lecce, Italy

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Discover the city renowned for its colorful ceramics

Explore Matera's Sassi, a UNESCO site, with rock carved homes and narrow streets.

Enjoy free time to explore Matera, a unique film location.

Explore Grottaglie’s historic center before heading to Matera.

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From Lecce to Matera: A Journey Through Craft, Culture, and Ancient Stone


The journey begins in Lecce, heading first to Grottaglie, a town celebrated for its centuries-old ceramics tradition. Known as a vibrant center of craftsmanship, its Ceramics District invites visitors to explore the Museum of Ceramics, where hundreds of artifacts showcase the evolution of pottery, from everyday household items to intricate majolica works and devotional pieces.


The museum experience is enriched by its archaeological section, featuring rare finds dating back to the 8th–4th centuries B.C. Together, these exhibits highlight Grottaglie’s deep-rooted artistic heritage and its enduring connection to ancient traditions of craftsmanship.


The route then continues to Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its extraordinary Sassi district. Visitors can wander through a maze of stone-carved streets, where cave dwellings and rock-hewn churches reveal a remarkable story of human settlement carved directly into limestone cliffs.


With free time to explore the atmospheric old town, travelers can absorb the unique blend of history, spirituality, and cinematic charm that defines Matera, before returning to Lecce in the evening with lasting impressions of southern Italy’s cultural treasures.

What's Included
  • MiniVan
  • Pick up and drop off
  • Expert driver
  • Visit of Grottaglie and Matera
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Guide
  • Meal and beverage

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Sun protection recommended: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

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Discover the wonders of Lecce, Italy with this unforgettable experience. Start in Lecce, then visit Grottaglie's Ceramic Museum, featuring 400 artifacts. Explore the historic center before heading to Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights of your tour include: Discover the city renowned for its colorful ceramicsExplore Matera's Sassi, a UNESCO site, with rock carved homes and narrow streets.Enjoy free time to explore Matera, a unique film location.Explore Grottaglie’s historic center before heading to Matera.. This tour includes: 9 seater MiniVanPick up and drop offExpert driverVisit of Grottaglie and Matera. Embark on a fascinating journey starting from Lecce, with the first stop just 50 minutes away in Grottaglie, renowned for its vibrant and colorful ceramics. The city’s District of Ceramics is home to the Museum of Ceramics, where you’ll delve into the rich tradition of pottery making. The museum showcases five distinct sections and over 400 artifacts, including traditional ceramics used in daily l. Duration: 9 hours . Book your Matera & Grottaglie from Lecce today and create memories that will last a lifetime!