Basilicata, Italy
Basilicata brings together Matera, Maratea, Potenza. Explore varied urban and landscape experiences through linked local guides and curated highlights.
Basilicata in detail.
Basilicata brings together Matera, Maratea, Potenza. Explore varied urban and landscape experiences through linked local guides and curated highlights.
Explore the region by selecting a city below, then follow its individual cultural landmarks, museums, historic streets and natural sites. For longer trips, combine nearby towns to reduce travel time and spend more time at each destination.
3 city & area guides.
Landmarks worth researching.
A selection from local guides; not a definitive ranking.
- Sassi cave districtsMatera
- Casa GrottaMatera
- Christ the Redeemer statueMaratea
- Maratea historic centreMaratea
- Historic centrePotenza
- San Gerardo CathedralPotenza
Travel times, tickets and opening days should be verified locally.
Plan your route through Basilicata.
High-speed trains link Rome, Florence, Bologna, Milan, Naples and Venice. Regional trains and buses reach many towns, while a car can be useful for rural Tuscany, Puglia or parts of Sicily. Check restricted-traffic zones (ZTL) before driving into historic centres.