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L’Albero di Eliana is part of a network of activities in Matera and in the region of Basilicata, focusing on the local territory and its good practices. For this very reason, I am happy to share suggestions and tips about routes, guides and restaurants to make your stay in Matera an authentic experience. I will be happy to personally show you a map and suggest nice routes and alleys to walk in the Sassi or in the region of Basilicata. I will also recommend you a wide range of taverns, delis and restaurants with varied price ranges: the criteria I like to use are courtesy, a good reception level, quality of raw materials and for sure, taste must hit you right in the heart! For the most curious people, I suggest visiting craftsman’s shops, I will help my guests with the research of any services and facilities during their stay and to bring home a good dose of genuineness, putting them in contact with local producers to buy organic food, zero KM and seasonal food. I can help you buy local, as you would do at home.
Around the tree
Where to eat and drink Just a bite
Sottozero
Via XX Settembre, 51 Matera
Phone: +39 0835333652
Why is special
You cannot leave from Matera without trying the “panzerotto” and this is the best place where to experience it.
L’Arturo
Piazza Sedile, 15 Matera
Phone: +39 3393907068
Why is special
Arturo in person will be here to make you a nice warm panino with local wine or (available upon order) a delicious cheese and cold cut meat tasting.
Zio Ninì
Via delle Beccherie 42, Matera
Phone: +39 0835332731
Why is special
For a quick meal, you’ll find here good quality ingredients and wine and an accurate service.
Materia Prima Bistrot
Via san Biagio 37, Matera
Phone: +39 3207019634
Why is special
In one of the most charming small square it’s a pleasure to get lost in a delicious new interpretation of local flavours.
Vicolo Cieco Salsamenteria
Via Fiorentini, 74 Matera
Phone: +39 3466775841
Why is special
A beautiful bistrot offering a choice of 100% local food and sometimes live music in a cozy corner in the Sassi.
Paoluccio
Via del Corso, 22 – Matera
Phone: +39 0835334071
Why is special
Make your local experience meeting some local farmers (not all the stalls sell local food, here you’ll also find bread, focaccia, fish and meat.
I Vizi degli Angeli
Via Ridola, 36 Matera
Phone: +39 0835310637
Why is special
The best artisanal icecream in town.
Where to eat and drink Restaurants and taverns
Osteria Malatesta
Via San Biagio, 45 Matera
Phone: +39 3312887242
Why is special
If you want to feel at home in a very easy-going osteria, you should try Massimo’s kitchen. You’ll find tap water, house wine and sometimes live music.
Pane e Pomodoro
Via Bruno Buozzi, 24 Matera
Phone: +39 3400541179
Why is special
This is a little restaurant in the Sassi where you’ll find local meat, pasta and some local dish.
Trattoria Lucana
Via Lucana, 48 Matera
Phone: +39 0835336117
Why is special
Just a step out of the historical center you’ll find this simple trattoria with authentic flavours, a real institution in Matera.
Osteria Belvedere Al vecchio frantoio
Recinto II Ospedale vecchio, Matera
Phone: +39 3394376343
Why is special
Take a seat under a beautiful vine arbor in the suggestive Sasso Caveoso where you feel welcomed thanks to the cordiality of the owners and homely flavours..
Al Falco grillaio
Via Ridola, 17 Matera
Phone: +39 3662856731
Why is special
You’ll find Murgia’s flavors in this osteria and pizzeria that welcomes you in well-finished interiors and a beautiful dehor on a pedestrian area.
La Gatta Buia
Via delle Beccherie, 15 Matera
Phone: +39 3495715825
Why is special
For a special dinner spoil yourself with a selection of seasonal, local and well presented food and great wine in a casual and beautiful location.
Things to do in Matera Tour and activities
Alessio Leardi Tour
alessio26@gmail.com
Phone: +393286457257
Why is special
Alessio is great guide to let you experience the magic of Murgia – be sure to book at least two days in advance.
Matera Tour Guide Tour
info@materaguide.it
Phone: +39 3287666621
Why is special
The best guided tour in a group, just small groups with care, professionality and flexible time frame.
ApeVito Tour
apevitomatera@gmail.com
Phone: +39 3931772506
Why is special
The best guided tour in a group, just small groups with care, professionality and flexible time frame.
Mimma Giovinazzo Tour
Phone: +393402750180
Why is special
Mimma sets experiences and gets you to the Murgia in a language between scientific and humanistic with a particular attention to the little ones.
Cosimo Burgi Tour
Phone: +393398178412
Why is special
Geologist with an ecosensitive approach, he focuses on the naturalistic and landscape aspects of the most authentic Basilicata.
Al Jalil Yoga and Meditazione Relax
Via San Pietro in Caveoso, 6 Matera
Phone: +39 0835310824
Why is special
Lia gives you bio-energetics treatments, yoga lessons, meditation lessons, couple tantra and much more for your spirit and soul.
Locanda di San Martino Relax
Via Fiorentini, 71 – 75100 – Matera
Phone: +39 0835 256600
Why is special
why is special: take a bath, sauna and hydromassage in this amazing “romanae thermae” and just forget everything else. Book in advance.
Casa Netural Co-working
via Galileo Galilei, 1 Matera
Phone: +39 0835388276
Why is special
not just a co-working space but a community space where you can meet interesting and creative people. Sometimes there are events and dinners, co-working space is open from monday to saturday 10 am to 7 pm.
Matera cooking class
Agriturismo L’Assiolo
Via Torquato Tasso, 30 Matera
Phone: +39 3923782510
Why is special:
Learn how to prepare local food with Silvia in a beautiful farm. If needed pick up in town.
A taste of our territory
Superemme
Via Domenico Ridola, 77 Matera
Phone: +39 3498149993
Why is special
You’ll find the best selection of local and international food for a reasonable price in a little supermarket, if you’re lucky you’ll meet big Mimmo.
Supermercato Diva
Piazza del Sedile, 28 – Matera
Phone: +39 0835330683
Why is special
You can buy local food to make your local experience and cook at home.
Central Market
Piazza Ascanio Persio, Matera
Why is special
Make your local experience meeting some local farmers (not all the stalls sell local food, here you’ll also find bread, focaccia, fish and meat.
La Bottega del Vicinato
Via Marconi Piazza Mercato Box, 28 Matera
Phone: +39 3281310458
Why is special
Meeting Saverio is a must. Located in Piccianello’s market square you can find the best selection of local cheese, cold cut meet, local flour and much more. He only supports local little farms.
Arts and crafts
Crea che Ricrea
Via Rosario, 31/32 Matera
Tel: +39 3293655168
Why is special
Once you arrive in Angela’s shop you will feel all the warmth of the wool and the creativity of this fairy-knitter.
Geppetto
Piazza del Sedile, 19 Matera
Tel: +39 0835331857
Why is special
Marco Brunetti deals with the entire manufacturing process of different varieties of the traditional whistle shaped in the form of a small cock, “the cuccù”.
Officine Frida
Via Casalnuovo, 94 Matera
Tel: +39 3337025298
Why is special
In via Casalnuovo you’ll find a wonderful atelier where Mariella has joined with style the reuse of fabrics and the restoring of traditions.
Materia Design hand made
Via B. Buozzi, 89 Matera
Phone: +39 0835311136
Why is special
Lela and Michele work silver and wood creating some amazing jewels and artworks.
L’Arte del restauro
Via B. Buozzi, 57 Matera
Phone: +39 393 398994775
Why is special
If you’re bread making lovers you can’t leave here Giuseppe’s bread stamps.
Arte decorativa
Via B. Buozzi, 79 Matera
Phone: +39 320 1839947
Why is special
Maristella has been one of the first artisans to work the calcarenite with her own hands in Matera, and you can see the difference!
Taxi and NCC
Matera Taxi di David Gentile
Tel: +39 3382500494
Chiffi Taxi – NCC
Tel: +39 3332685173
Taxi Giò di Giovanni Dimarsico
Tel: +39 3283888049
Matteo Pupolizio NCC
Tel: +39 3913803065
NCC Gufo di Francesco Nicoletti
Tel: +39 3493960435