Destination · worth the tripMatera · MT
Radino Wine Bistrot & Cigar Room
Why Smokopolitan
A drinks destination in Matera, selected for its wine selection and sense of place and its Drink + Cigar dimension.
Smokopolitan Places · Basilicata
The best cocktail bars and lounges
in Matera.
Looking for where to go in Matera for cocktails, aperitivo or after-dinner drinks? This guide brings together 7 places selected by Smokopolitan. Each address is here for a specific reason: identity, drinks, atmosphere, setting or the overall experience.
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Where to drink and where to go in Matera
Different categories, one guide. Every section points to places that are actually included in the selection.
cocktail bars
Cocktail bars in Matera
7 places focused on cocktails, from contemporary bars to hotel bars with a distinctive drinks list.
rooftops
Rooftops and panoramic terraces in Matera
1 place selected for the view, terrace or sunset atmosphere. Always check seasonality and access before visiting.
lounges
Lounges, hotel bars and speakeasies in Matera
2 places where service, atmosphere and the pace of the visit matter as much as what is in the glass.
Drink + Cigar places
Drink + Cigar in Matera
1 place where drinks and cigar culture meet. Always confirm availability and the current smoking policy with the venue.
Full selection
7 places worth your time.
List position is not an absolute ranking. Destination, Worth a stop and Local gem indicate how strongly a place can justify a detour or a dedicated trip.
Destination · worth the tripMatera · MT
Spazio Vuoto
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Matera, selected for a characterful historic setting and food pairing and hospitality.
Destination · worth the tripMatera · MT
Terrazza La Vista
Why Smokopolitan
A rooftop bar in Matera, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting, a focused cocktail programme and a specialist approach to spirits.
Destination · worth the tripMatera · MT
Monkey Drink House
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Matera, selected for its identity, drinks programme and overall atmosphere.
Destination · worth the tripMatera · MT
1806 Café
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Matera, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting and food pairing and hospitality.
Destination · worth the tripMatera · MT
Area 8
Why Smokopolitan
A speakeasy in Matera, selected for a focused cocktail programme and a specialist approach to spirits.
Worth a stopMatera · MT
Vetera Matera - Lounge Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A hotel bar in Matera, selected for its identity, drinks programme and overall atmosphere.
Quick answers
Before you choose
What are the best cocktail bars in Matera?
Strong places in the Smokopolitan selection include Radino Wine Bistrot & Cigar Room, Spazio Vuoto and Terrazza La Vista. The guide considers identity, drinks and the full experience; it is not a ranking based on review volume.
Where can I find lounges in Matera?
The guide includes Area 8 and Vetera Matera - Lounge Bar. Always check hours, seasonality and access before setting off.
Where should I go at night in Matera?
For aperitivo, evening or after-dinner drinks, start with Radino Wine Bistrot & Cigar Room, Spazio Vuoto and Terrazza La Vista and compare the full selection by moment.
The Smokopolitan method
Editorial selection, not accumulation.
Places prioritises identity, considered drinks, atmosphere, hospitality and context. Hours, access and policies can change: always check with the venue before visiting.
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