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Montserrat Monastery Guided Tour with Bus Transfers

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Escape the bustling crowds of Barcelona and head to the picturesque Catalan countryside, with round-trip transfers, on this semi-guided half-day tour of Montserrat.

Highlights

  • Sign up for an early morning guided tour in groups of 25 people or less and bask in the charming countryside as you travel in a comfortable air-conditioned bus to Montserrat and back.

  • Join an expert guide on this tour and head to the hallowed mountain-top sanctuary of Montserrat and, on your own, check out The Black Madonna

  • Soak in marvelous sights of the Pyrenees, the Mediterranean, and the rock spires of Montserrat.

  • Ride a cable car or head to the Museum of Contemporary Art post your guided tour and treat your tastebuds to the local delicacies that are available at stalls outside the Monastery.

  • Fun fact: Montserrat is home to the critically endangered giant ditch frog, known locally as the “mountain chicken.”

Inclusions

  • Full-day tour of Montserrat

  • Expert English-speaking guide

  • Round-trip transfers from Barcelona

  • Entry to the Basilica of Montserrat

Exclusions

  • Black Madonna attraction visit (this is independent of the guided tour)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Macarena Alcalde Plazola

Macarena

3/5

Nov, 2023

The guide (Marc) has explained many things, however, having been a holiday I think we could have spent more time in the enclosure, since the time of departure (9:15 + the hour of travel to get to Montserrat) is little time to be in the enclosure. Besides we were in line for half an hour to go to see the virgin and it was time that we could have used to see more things, when you book a tour with tickets "without queue".
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Alexandra Harwood

Alexandra

5/5

Oct, 2023

Roberto was awesome! Our guide was very knowledgeable and we had some time to explore the Monastery and surrounding area. Definitely would recommend!
Mai Meret

Mai

5/5

Oct, 2023

Loved the Small group. The tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable and the ride was comfortable drive.
Claudia Bulacz

Claudia

5/5

Oct, 2023

Sarah Soliman

Sarah

4/5

Nov, 2022

Montserrat in all its glory

With the tour starting early, you will arrive at Montserrat long before the monastery and basilica get crowded. As you travel to the spiritual sanctuary from Barcelona in a private vehicle, your guide will explain the significance and history of the place. The infectious mystical aura of the mountain-top monastery is almost immediately apparent when you step out of your bus. Take a moment to soak in the breathtaking view of the Pyrenees, the Mediterranean, and the magnificent Gothic architecture of the Benedictine monastery.

Montserrat with a guide

Head into the basilica to see the famous Black Madonna of Montserrat, a Romanesque wooden statue that is fabled to have been unmovable, thus forcing the Benedictine monks of the time to build the basilica around it. After the guided tour, you will have some time to explore the area on your own! You can choose to go on a short hike or take the cable car through the mountains. Alternatively, if you are more fascinated by the history and culture of the place, you can visit the local Museum of Contemporary Art. Sample some of the local delicacies before heading back to Barcelona in your air-conditioned bus.

What's not allowed

  • Wheelchairs and motorized scooters cannot be accommodated on the group tours since access to lifts and ramps is limited.

  • The Basilica in Montserrat expects visitors to follow a dress code. Flip-flops, tank tops, and shorts are not allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.

Additional information

  • Visiting the Black Madonna is not part of the guided tour, it's independent.

  • Group sizes are restricted to 25 people.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the start of the tour to avoid missing your transport.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone along with a valid photo ID while boarding

  • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry a valid photo ID for verification

  • Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the pickup time of your tour to avoid any delays

Meeting Point

  • Your meeting point is at Plaça d'Espanya (under Torres Venecianas)

  • Coming from Plaça d’Espanya, look out for the two towers (Torres Venecianes)

  • Your meeting point in under the tower on the right-hand side, located in Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina

  • Your tour guide will be waiting for you here, where you will also board your bus

  • Your bus departs at 9.15 AM from this stop, so ensure you report here at least 15 minutes prior to departure

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