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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385grubb, 12/12/2025 7:47:17 AM
Excellent tour, very punctual, great explanations from MK and had an outstanding time. Wouldn't hesitate to go again. 10/10 A+.
rogerkB7450CV, 12/12/2025 7:08:57 AM
Wonderful Merak was pleasant and informative. I have a deeper understanding and appreciate Montaerrat through his guidance. A++
Christopher_H, 12/11/2025 11:40:31 AM
Great half day trip about an hour outside downtown Barcelona. The tour through the monastery is beautiful and both guides, Adriana and Roberto, were very knowledgeable. The free time allowed us to take the funicular up to the top of the peak. Albeit for the cost, we should have hiked to the cross instead. Great local market as well with lots of free samples!
H2654HQcarolinem, 12/10/2025 6:39:40 AM
Andres and Angie were great tour guides! They showed us around the monastery and gave us time to roam around. Everything was great and I am so glad we were apart of this trip and made time to see Montserrat!
I326WQmauricioh, 12/9/2025 6:41:22 AM
Andrew and Angie are amazing knowledgeable they make the trip really enjoyable the bus is clean and comfy and they keep the group really organized
N5234RNkevinp, 12/9/2025 6:35:44 AM
Angie and Andrew were amazing tour guide while we got to see some amazing views! Learned so much about the history of Barcelona and Montserrat
davenjen2017, 12/8/2025 12:12:42 PM
Tour guides Orio and Andres knowledgeable, funny, and friendly. Very informative and the driver very safe through the mountain.
Cheryl_J, 12/8/2025 9:06:56 AM
This was a very good tour. Well organized. The two leaders, Andres and Oriol were very good, knowledgeable and friendly. There was a lot of good information about Spain and Montserrat. The bus ride to and from was very good.
alisonkatsika, 12/7/2025 11:43:05 AM
If you take a trip up to Monserrat, you simply have to go with these guys! Merak and Xavi made our day! They guided us through the day with great humour and interesting facts of Barcelona, the surrounding area and Monserrat. Even teaching us some Catalan. They made sure we knew where we needed to be, and gave us all the up to date information. They even gave us time to rest and close our eyes on the trip to and from the mountain. Perfect tour guides! Excellent trip. Thoroughly enjoyable!! 😃👏👏👏
K2471FIirinai, 12/7/2025 7:08:41 AM
On tour with Merak and Xavi, great guides. Friendly, informative with good humour. Perfect planning and duration of the trip. Absolutely enjoyed our time.
- 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