Basilicata Travel Guide

Italy

A historic town with a prominent church tower and a cathedral with a spire.
A historic town perched on a hillside with a prominent tower, winding roads, and rugged terrain.
A historic town perched on a hillside with a prominent church tower, terraced buildings, and a winding road.
A historic town at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and winding streets.
A historic town with a prominent church tower, steep streets, and a mix of old and new buildings.

Popular cities in Basilicata

A coastal city with historic architecture perched on cliffs.
Matera
Known for Historical, Spas and Luxury
The magic of the Sassi and the words of Carlo Levi are what usually come to mind for any tourist on the way back from a holiday in Matera.

Reasons to visit

  • Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches
  • Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, a parking area with numerous umbrellas, and a building with a red roof.
Maratea
Known for Sea, Relaxing and Monuments
Quaint Maratea awaits: its mountain views, marina, gardens and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Statue of Christ the Redeemer
A rural road flanked by dense greenery and hills in the distance.
Policoro
Known for Ruins, Relaxing and Theatres
Get away to relaxing Policoro! Enjoy the ruins, theatre and beaches.
Paternò
Paternò
Check out Parco Nazionale Appennino Lucano Val d'Agri Lagonegrese and Certosa di San Lorenzo di Padula—just a couple of the sights around Paternò.
A beach with people sunbathing, umbrellas, and beach chairs.
Pisticci
Known for Dining, Natural parks and Monuments
Experience the parks, monuments and local cuisine in Pisticci!
A hillside town with terracotta-roofed buildings, red flowers, and rocky cliffs.
Castelmezzano
Venture to sights like Piazza Emilio Caizzo and Norman Stairway as you discover Castelmezzano.

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