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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for exploring. You can check out cultural highlights like the historic sites in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Matera is 643 mm.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate the area around Matera. Get out into nature with places such as Crypt of the Original Sin, Terra delle Gravine Regional Nature Park and Grotta dei Pipistrelli e Grotta Funeraria. Cultural attractions include National Museum of Medieval and Modern Art of Basilicata, Museo della Scultura Contemporanea and Museo Civico di Altamura. Visit landmarks such as Palombaro Lungo, Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Cathedral of Matera.

Keep this information about transit options in Matera in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla), located 33.3 mi (53.6 km) away from the city centre. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Head over to Matera Centrale Railway Station for metro travel.