Parco Regionale della Murgia Materana

How to Visit Matera, Italy

"Exploring Murgia Materana Park rewards you with caves, historic churches, and endless hiking trails that lead to breathtaking vistas, though be prepared to hike from Sassi di Matera — heading downhill first only to climb back up — because the bountiful views are worth the sweat." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines