Day Trips

Montserrat Monastery Guided Tour with Bus Transfers

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.

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, with timed entry tickets.

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.”

Round-trip transfers from Barcelona

Full-day tour of Montserrat

English & Spanish-speaking expert guide

Entry to the Basilica of Montserrat

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

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Great morning to explore this amazing location. Next time we would look to do a walk so would need more time. Our guide was 5*.

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 to bring

It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes along with comfortable shoes as the tour involves a fair amount of walking.

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 instantly.

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

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

Meeting point

Meet your guide at City Wonders Montserrat Tour Departure.

Address: Av. Diagonal, 355, L'Eixample, 08037 Barcelona, Spain.

Landmark: On the narrow sidewalk in-between the two vehicle-accessible streets.

Guide identifier : The guide will be waiting with a City Wonders flag.

Get directions to the meeting point