Religious Sites

Montserrat Monastery + Black Madonna Access & Audio Guide

Montserrat Monastery courtyard with detailed facade and visitors exploring.

Santa Maria Church interior at Montserrat Monastery, featuring ornate altar and detailed frescoes.

Black Madonna statue at Montserrat Monastery, Spain, surrounded by ornate carvings.

Cogwheel train ascending to Montserrat Monastery, surrounded by rocky cliffs and lush greenery.

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Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.3/5

(647)

Anne

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We loved visiting the monestary and Basilica and seeing the Black Madonna. The whole area is beautiful to walk and you need a full day to really get the most out of this experience. The museum was wonderful and not overwhelming as was the audiovisual experience that you enter from the gift shop. I highly recommend this activity. The trickiest part for us was finding the correct place to pick up the tickets. There are 2 stops on the train from Barcelona for Montserrat and you get off at the 2nd one which wasn't really explained. Hold on to your train ticket because you need it to return.

Andrew

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Booking and redemption of tickets was very easy. Journey to Montserrat was very enjoyable and everything flowed nicely. The views were stunning from the top and as you wound your way up the mountain side. All together a great day and highly recommended.

Anita

Jul 2025

Verified booking

4/5

The ticketing process was confusing when I booked with you. When asking the timing I thought when we wanted to start the trip from Barcelona. Tried changing it but would not let me. I called Headout and you did not allow me to change it. We went to the place to get tickets for train in Barcelona. It was confusing of where the ticket office was. Plus the people at the ticket office were rude and did not say what they wanted from us and spoke Spanish to each other so we could not understand what they were saying. We finally got to Monserrat and the staff there was very helpful and explained everything to us.

Gain direct access to Montserrat’s Black Madonna, one of Catalonia’s most sacred symbols and the key reason for the monastery’s construction.

Enjoy a self-paced, 8-language audio-guided tour through the monastery, basilica, and highlights like the Santa Cova Chapel.

Discover the artistic significance of the Montserrat Monastery through its breathtaking blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture.

Immerse yourself in centuries of history, from the Benedictine monastery to the legendary statue of La Moreneta.

Upgrade your tickets to access the Escolania de Montserrat boys' choir or make your journey to the monastery a breeze with a rack railway ride.

Timed entry to the Black Madonna

Entry to the Museum of Montserrat

Entry to the Montserrat audiovisual exhibit

Audio guide for the basilica and Black Madonna in Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Dutch, Russian, and Japanese

Map & informative booklet

Escolania de Montserrat boys' choir performance (as per option selected)

Train transfers from Barcelona & rack railway ride (as per option selected)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

4.3
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What our guests say
Anne
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We loved visiting the monestary and Basilica and seeing the Black Madonna. The whole area is beautiful to walk and you need a full day to really get the most out of this experience. The museum was wonderful and not overwhelming as was the audiovisual experience that you enter from the gift shop. I highly recommend this activity. The trickiest part for us was finding the correct place to pick up the tickets. There are 2 stops on the train from Barcelona for Montserrat and you get off at the 2nd one which wasn't really explained. Hold on to your train ticket because you need it to return.
Schumacher
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Very nice inspiring trip, everything worked very well, good quick information by email. Smooth process with the tickets on site!
Dénes
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Hello! It was very easy to book with the headout app and everything was fine. It was a great help for us. We were in Montserrat with a group of 7 friends. I would recommend them to everyone.
Andrew
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Booking and redemption of tickets was very easy. Journey to Montserrat was very enjoyable and everything flowed nicely. The views were stunning from the top and as you wound your way up the mountain side. All together a great day and highly recommended.
Wohlfahrt
Sep 2025
Verified booking
3/5
I had problems with the online ticket at the rack railroad. The QR code is not readable at their entrance controls and after a long discussion they let us take the train. Both up and down.

Visit one of Catalonia’s most sacred landmarks at your own pace, with timed access to the Black Madonna and an audio guide in eight languages for an immersive experience.

Getting started

Arrive at the Montserrat Tourist Office and present your tickets to get them validated. Keep in mind that you’ll need to pass through any security checks in place and present your ID to get your tickets verified.

What to expect

Montserrat Monastery

A spiritual mountaintop retreat, the Montserrat Monastery is known for the sacred Black Madonna and its dramatic mountain setting.

Features

Basilica of Montserrat: The primary structure within the monastery, the basilica is home to the famous Black Madonna.

Black Madonna: Also known as the La Moreneta, this is a 12th-century sacred statue and the patron saint of Catalonia. This wooden statue draws thousands of pilgrims to the monastery each year.

Museum of Montserrat: The museum is a treasure trove of artifacts and home to key pieces by some of the world’s best artists, including El Greco, Monet, Caravaggio, and Picasso.

Upgrades

Escolania Choir: The Escolania Choir is one of the oldest in Europe which accompanies religious ceremonies and communal prayers in the basilica. It’s one of the monastery’s key highlights.

Rack railway ride: Looking for a convenient way to reach the monastery? You can upgrade your experience to enjoy a scenic rack railway ride that takes you right up to the monastery.

Montserrat Monastery

Monday	07:00pm - 08:00pm	last entry 07:45pm
Tuesday	07:00pm - 08:00pm	last entry 07:45pm
Wednesday	07:00pm - 08:00pm	last entry 07:45pm
Thursday	07:00pm - 08:00pm	last entry 07:45pm
Friday	07:00pm - 08:00pm	last entry 07:45pm
Saturday	07:00pm - 08:00pm	last entry 07:45pm
Sunday	07:00pm - 08:00pm	last entry 07:45pm

Basilica of Montserrat

Monday	07:00am - 08:00pm
Tuesday	07:00am - 08:00pm
Wednesday	07:00am - 08:00pm
Thursday	07:00am - 08:00pm
Friday	07:00am - 08:00pm
Saturday	07:00am - 08:00pm
Sunday	07:00am - 08:00pm

What to bring

Carry a valid ID or passport to get your tickets validated.

Wear a pair of comfortable and grippy walking shoes to enjoy this experience without breaking a sweat.

Bring your smartphone fully charged & your best earphones to make the most of the audio guide.

Carry adequate cash to buy food and other souvenirs.

What’s not allowed

Men and women must wear clothes that cover their knees and shoulders.

Entering the monastery in flip-flops is prohibited.

Flash photography, tripods & selfie sticks are prohibited inside the basilica.

Photography is also prohibited during services at the monastery.

Entering the basilica during acts of worship is prohibited, unless you’re taking part in them.

Accessibility

The basilica is accessible to visitors with limited mobility; however, the mountainous terrain outside may be challenging.

Additional information

The time slot you choose is for access to the Black Madonna. You must factor in your commute time from Barcelona and the uphill walk. Plan and catch a train at least 1.5 hours before your reserved time.

You can explore the rest of the monastery at your own pace.

When choosing your slot to visit the Black Madonna, factor in your commute time from Barcelona and the uphill walk to the monastery.

Plan and catch a train at least 1.5 hours before your reserved time to ensure a smooth visit.

The Tabernacle of Our Lady is closed during services to ensure silence for those praying.

The details to download your audio guide will be sent once you book your tickets.

From Monday to Friday, between 12:15pm and 1:15pm, access to the Basilica is reserved for guests with Boys' Choir (Escolania) tickets.

There’s a restaurant on site - you can buy food at your own cost.

Mass at the Basilica takes place Monday to Saturday at 11am and 9.30am on all holidays, including Sundays.

Choir performance times may vary as per special religious celebrations and the school calendar.

Note that last-minute time changes may occur without prior notice.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Entry to the Black Madonna is timed. Monday - Sunday at 08:00 am - 10:30 am and 12:00 pm - 18:25 pm.

Ticket redemption point

Begin your experience at Montserrat Tourist Office.

Address: Unnamed Road,08199 Monestir de Montserrat, 08199, Barcelona, Spain.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point