Overview
Take a short trip from Barcelona to nearby Catalonia's Montserrat on this small-group tour! With a local guide, head to the top of this rugged mountain to see its main attraction, the Virgin of Montserrat. Then take a walk to enjoy amazing views, or check out a museum.
You can combine this experience with another quintessential Barcelona activity by upgrading to include a skip-the-line ticket to Antoni Gaudi’s extraordinary La Sagrada Familia basilica. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 20 people.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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What's included
Entry/Admission - Basilica de la Sagrada Familia if selected during the reservation
Local guide
Time to visit the Black Madonna and listen to Boy's Choir. Please read Additional Notes Carefully
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Montserrat cable car (approx. 8 euros)
Ticket to see the Boy's Choir
Entrance to see the Black Madonna and/or Basilica
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Explore Catalunya Office. We are located in a little alley between the Palau de la Música building and Via Laietana, opposite the Palau de la Música's cafeteria.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• WE ABSOLUTELY DO NOT WANT YOU TO MISS THIS TOUR. PLEASE BE AT THE OFFICE MEETING POINT 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE START OF THE TOUR. WE ARE VERY SORRY, BUT DUE TO A FULL SCHEDULE WE CANNOT WAIT FOR LATE ARRIVALS.
IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER THE START TIME, YOU MAY MISS THE TOUR AND WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OFFER ANY REFUND. REMEMBER THAT WE WILL LEAVE ON TIME. PLEASE DON'T MISS IT. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO JOIN THE TOUR ONCE THE BUS LEAVES WITH THE REST OF THE GROUP.
• If you are booking the morning half day tour, your Sagrada Famila ticket will be bought after 3.00pm the same day, or the closest available time. You will receive the tickets at check in.
• If this time does not suit you, please advise your preferred time in the special requirements. Please note: if you upgrade to include a La Sagrada Familia ticket, you need to collect it directly from Explore Catalunya office. Please do not go to La Sagrada Familia without this ticket.
• There will be time off the bus at your leisure, so please bring suitable clothing, footwear and sun protection
Finally, before you leave Montserrat you will have the chance to listen to the world famous La Escolania Boys Choir, the oldest boy's choir in Europe. Tickets for this must be purchased seperately before the tour starts. You can purchase tickets for this by following this link:
https://tickets.montserratvisita.com/en/357-tickets/6183-ticket-to-the-boys-choir-escolania
The Boy's Choir sings at 1.00pm, so please consider buying a joint ticket if you want to see both the Choir and the Black Madinna by following this link at: https://tickets.montserratvisita.com/en/357-tickets/6245-ticket-to-the-throne-of-our-lady-and-to-the-boys-choir
We will leave Montserrat after the Boy's Choir sings, so you have time to do both, or just one activity as you prefer.
What to expect
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Palace of Catalan Music
15 min
This tour leaves from right across the famous Palau de la Musica, one of Barcelona's most visited attractions. It is not possible to visit inside at this time of the morning, but the Modernist facade is worth more than few photographs.
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Port Vell (Old Port)
15 min
We leave for Montserrat at 8.30am, heading down towards the old port of Barcelona and then on past the Columbus Statue at the end of the Ramblas.
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Montjuic
15 min
As we head out of the city, you will pass Montjuïc. This area, is the site of the Olympic Stadium and is known as the lungs of Barcelona. Your guide will tell you more about the history of the famous hill as you drive by.
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Montserrat
15 min
Less than an hour after leaving Barcelona, the unforgettable sight of Montserrat Mountain comes into view. This geological wonder dominates the landscape for miles around, and is the perfect setting for the famous Montserrat Monastery.
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Abadia de Montserrat
3 hours
The world famous monastery high up in the mountain of Montserrat is our destination, where you will have the chance to visit the basilica and see the Black Madonna. Tickets can be purchased separately in our office before the tour. You'll also have time to wander around the stunning mountain paths, take the funicular to a stunning viewpoint, or follow your guide to the lookout at the Cross of St. Miquel. Montserrat is one of the most iconic attractions in all of Catalunya, and it never fails to delight.
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Black Madonna at Montserrat
15 min
Your morning visit to Montserrat also includes time to visit the famous Black Madonna. We will finish the walking tour in Montserrat at around 10.30am, and we recommend buying the tickets at or as close to 12.00pm as possible. The Boy's Choir sings at 1.00pm We will leave Montserrat after the Boy's Choir sings, so you have time to do both, or just one activity as you prefer.
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Escolania de Montserrat
20 min
Finally, before you leave Montserrat you will have the chance to listen to the world famous La Escolania Boys Choir, the oldest boy's choir in Europe. Tickets for this must be purchased separately before the tour starts.
The Boy's Choir sings at 1.00pm, so please consider buying a joint ticket if you want to see both the Choir and the Black Madonna. We will leave Montserrat after the Boy's Choir sings, so you have time to do both, or just one activity as you prefer. -
Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
1 hour
On this tour you have the option to buy skip-the-line tickets to the Sagrada Familia if they are available. Please note that this is not a guided visit, but an audio tour. Tickets are incredibly difficult to purchase for the Sagrada Familia, so this is a good option for anybody not wanting to miss out on one of Barcelona's most iconic attractions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- If you want to listen to the world famous La Escolania Boys Choir, the oldest boy's choir in Europe, you must purchased seperate tickets before the tour starts. You can purchase tickets for this by following this link: https://tickets.montserratvisita.com/en/357-tickets/6183-ticket-to-the-boys-choir-escolania
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Montserrat Half Day & Optional Sagrada Familia Small Group Tour
Can I cancel Montserrat Half Day & Optional Sagrada Familia Small Group Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Explore Catalunya Office. We are located in a little alley between the Palau de la Música building and Via Laietana, opposite the Palau de la Música's cafeteria.
What's included?
- Entry/Admission - Basilica de la Sagrada Familia if selected during the reservation
- Local guide
- Time to visit the Black Madonna and listen to Boy's Choir. Please read Additional Notes Carefully
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Montserrat cable car (approx. 8 euros)
- Ticket to see the Boy's Choir
- Entrance to see the Black Madonna and/or Basilica
Which places does it visit?
It visits Palace of Catalan Music, Port Vell (Old Port), Montjuic, Montserrat, Abadia de Montserrat, Black Madonna at Montserrat, Escolania de Montserrat, Basilica de la Sagrada Familia.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Explore Catalunya
