Overview
Discover the wonders of the famous mountain Montserrat, a national Park and place of pilgrimage from millions of people around the world. Join your tour guide in an air-conditioned private vehicle in Barcelona for a drive up the mountain of Montserrat, named after its peculiar aspect with multitude of rock formations, it literally means saw mountain.
Enjoy the view and hear about Montserrat’s Basilica and Monastery, home of la Moreneta (Black Madonna). We offer an early access to visit Montserrat Monastery before the crowds arrive. Once we arrive, you will enjoy a guided tour (45 minutes), where we will discover what is Montserrat and its the secrets, enter the basilica and touch the famous Black Madonna.
After that, during your free time (2-hour), visit the farmer’s market, go to an easy walk to the Saint Miguel cross to enjoy a breathtaking view of Montserrat, take the Sant Joan Funicular, and much more. The tour concludes with a trip back to the meeting point in Barcelona.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Round transfer from the centre of Barcelona to the Monastery
2-hour free time to explore Montserrat on your own
Small-group
English Professional tour guide
Ticket to listen to the Boys' Choir (only in "Montserrat with Boys' Choir" option)
Ticket to visit La Moreneta and audiovisual space (only in "Montserrat with La Moreneta" option)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The tour guide will be waiting at the meeting point, holding a red burgundy umbrella.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. We have to start on time the tour to avoid a queue in Montserrat. Thanks.
What to expect
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Montserrat
3 hours
Montserrat is a mountain top monastery situated on top of an unusual rock mountain. It is the highest point of the Catalan lowlands. Montserrat monastery hosts “la Moreneta”, also called Black Madonna. The legend says that the benedictine monks found the statue, and they could not move the statue to build their monastery, so they decided to construct it around the statue. Montserrat was designated as a National Park in 1987. Nowadays, it is a site of pilgrimage for people around the world.
Once in Montserrat, enjoy a 45-minute small group guided tour, and then you will have 2 hours to explore on your own. You can visit the Museum, taste the monastery’s homemade liquor, go for an easy walk to Saint Miguel's cross for an incredible viewpoint, go up the Sant Joan Funicular, take wonderful pictures, buy local products from the farmer's market, and more. -
Abadia de Montserrat
30 min
The origin of the monastery is uncertain, but it is believed that the Virgin of Monsterrat (La Moreneta) was found around 880. (8.30 am and 1.30 pm tours include tickets to La Moreneta). According to the legends, the monks built the monastery around the statue. The monastery still functions to this day with over 70 monks. The basilica of Montserrat began its construction in the 16th century, and now houses an art museum. It is also the place where la Escolania, one of the oldest Boys’ Choirs in Europe, performs during religious ceremonies (you can listen to them on the 9.30 am tour).
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Montserrat Museum
45 min
In your free time, you can visit the Montserrat museum, which hosts six permanent art collections and two temporary. You will find pieces from famous artists such as Picasso, Dalí, Caravaggio, and also unknown but talented artists.
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45 min
In your free time, take the funicular and enjoy the panoramic view of the mountain. The funicular offers a view of the monastery as well as the breathtaking views from the Pyrenees. At the top, you can also visit Aula de Natura (Nature Centre), where you will learn about the history, flora and fauna of the mountain.
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
- Wheelchair accessible (Please let us know if this is your case since we need to arrange with the bus in advance)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona
Can I cancel Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona 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.
What's included?
- Round transfer from the centre of Barcelona to the Monastery
- 2-hour free time to explore Montserrat on your own
- Small-group
- English Professional tour guide
- Ticket to listen to the Boys' Choir (only in "Montserrat with Boys' Choir" option)
- Ticket to visit La Moreneta and audiovisual space (only in "Montserrat with La Moreneta" option)
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits Montserrat, Abadia de Montserrat, Montserrat Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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