Montserrat Peak: Barcelona's Sacred Half-Day Mountain Journey
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Discover the wonders of Montserrat, a national park and place of pilgrimage for millions worldwide. Join your guide in an air‑conditioned private vehicle from Barcelona for a drive up the mountain, named for its saw‑like rock formations. Enjoy the view and hear about Montserrat’s Basilica and Monastery, home of la Moreneta (Black Madonna). We offer early access to visit before the crowds arrive. Depending on the selected option, your tour may include only the guided visit, the guided visit plus Basilica entry, or the full experience with access to the Black Madonna’s altar or listening to the Boys’ Choir. Upon arrival, enjoy a 45‑minute guided tour to discover Montserrat and its secrets. If included, enter the Basilica and see the Black Madonna. During your 2‑hour free time, explore the farmers’ market, walk to Saint Miguel Cross for breathtaking views, ride the Sant Joan Funicular, and more. Return to Barcelona at the end of the tour.
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A6141EFrajk, 10/19/2025 5:07:00 AM
Overall was a great tour. The guide Tatiana was excellent, very knowledgeable, and humours at times The driver Luce was very good as well. Tour did not include visit to Ramblas as advertised.
Joseph_V, 10/19/2025 3:15:09 AM
The guides were very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommended day trip to see the Black Madonna and the extraordinary views of the valley.
mjk, 10/18/2025 3:00:53 PM
Basically you’re paying for a bus ride to Monserrat . Tour guide really did not show us much, it included a 3 minute boys choir performance in the beautiful basilica . But that wasted 45 minutes to get in and wait. Only got 45 minutes free time, so could not ride the vehicular or take any trail walks .
aracelisY8366QM, 10/18/2025 11:31:20 AM
It was nice Roberto and Alejandro on the trip to Monserrat. It is a good experience we enjoyed the tour.Love the place and view is good the weather is so cooperating but it was gloomy.
Wanderer41519652465, 10/18/2025 11:30:15 AM
Tour is great and smooth! Meet up was easy, We visit the Black Madonna and the Bascilia, very informative. Thank you Roberto.
K262GLelizabeths, 10/18/2025 11:29:18 AM
Great tour guide, great tour. Roberto was funny, friendly and very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting and fun. Would do this one again if we ever come back to Barcelona.
rohinin576, 10/18/2025 11:29:09 AM
Lovely trip. Learnt a little about the history of the basilica on the way there (thanks Roberto!). The place was beautiful and the trip is worth taking.
512chrissier, 10/18/2025 11:26:43 AM
Roberto and Camino were very charming, and were very clear on the itinerary and expectations. The mountain was beautiful and we had a great time!
M5154OAanils, 10/18/2025 11:26:30 AM
It was a good trip and well organised with no hidden expenses and Roberto was very nice fluent in English and with good knowledge and very friendly Also Camilo was of the same calibre and very good guide
andrewdE3596AF, 10/18/2025 11:05:05 AM
Our trip was amazing. My wife and I struggled on how to make the journey to Montserrat, and we are grateful to have found Barcelona Local Experiences. The logistics were flawless. The communication was perfect. The experience was magical. Marek and Francesco were amazing guides. My only regret: we only did the half day tour. It is great if that is all the time you have, but if you can afford the full day, do it! So much to see. Experience it all. This was the end of our trip. What a beautiful bow on the gift that is Barcelona.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible (Please let us know if this is your case since we need to arrange with the bus in advance)
- 'Montserrat with Boys' choir' option is available from Monday to Friday. The Tour starts at 9.30am
- 'Montserrat + winery + lunch' option is a full day tour, available from Monday to Saturday. The Tour starts at 8.30am
- 'Montserrat with La Moreneta' option is available from Monday to Sunday. The Tour starts at 8.30am and at 1.30pm.
- We meet all travelers at a meeting point. Travelers cannot enter their own pickup location.
- The tour guide will be waiting at the meeting point, holding a red burgundy umbrella.
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The tour guide will be waiting at the meeting point, holding a red burgundy umbrella.Return details
Discover the wonders of Montserrat, a national park and place of pilgrimage for millions worldwide. Join your guide in an air‑conditioned private vehicle from Barcelona for a drive up the mountain, named for its saw‑like rock formations. Enjoy the view and hear about Montserrat’s Basilica and Monastery, home of la Moreneta (Black Madonna). We offer early access to visit before the crowds arrive. Depending on the selected option, your tour may include only the guided visit, the guided visit plus Basilica entry, or the full experience with access to the Black Madonna’s altar or listening to the Boys’ Choir. Upon arrival, enjoy a 45‑minute guided tour to discover Montserrat and its secrets. If included, enter the Basilica and see the Black Madonna. During your 2‑hour free time, explore the farmers’ market, walk to Saint Miguel Cross for breathtaking views, ride the Sant Joan Funicular, and more. Return to Barcelona at the end of the tour.Redemption
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.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund