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Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Round transfer from the centre of Barcelona to the Monastery
  • 2 Hour Free Time to Explore Montserrat on Your Own
  • The "Tour, Basilica & Boys' Choir" option includes tickets for the Boys' Choir and Basilica
  • Food and drinks in the Half Day options
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

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Avinguda del Marquès de l'Argentera
Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

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What To Expect

Montserrat

Montserrat is a mountain top monastery situated on top of an unusual rock mountain. It is the highest point of the Catalan lowlands. Montserrat monastery hosts “la Moreneta”, also called Black Madonna. The legend says that the benedictine monks found the statue, and they could not move the statue to build their monastery, so they decided to construct it around the statue. Montserrat was designated as a National Park in 1987. Nowadays, it is a site of pilgrimage for people around the world. Once in Montserrat, enjoy a 45-minute small group guided tour, and then you will have 2 hours to explore on your own. You can visit the Museum, taste the monastery’s homemade liquor, go for an easy walk to Saint Miguel's cross for an incredible viewpoint, go up the Sant Joan Funicular, take wonderful pictures, buy local products from the farmer's market, and more.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Abadia de Montserrat

The origin of the monastery is uncertain, but it is believed that the Virgin of Monsterrat (La Moreneta) was found around 880. (8.30 am and 1.30 pm tours include tickets to La Moreneta). According to the legends, the monks built the monastery around the statue. The monastery still functions to this day with over 70 monks. The basilica of Montserrat began its construction in the 16th century, and now houses an art museum. It is also the place where la Escolania, one of the oldest Boys’ Choirs in Europe, performs during religious ceremonies (you can listen to them on the 9.30 am tour).
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Montserrat Museum

In your free time, you can visit the Montserrat museum, which hosts six permanent art collections and two temporary. You will find pieces from famous artists such as Picasso, Dalí, Caravaggio, and also unknown but talented artists.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sant Joan Funicular Lower Station

In your free time, take the funicular and enjoy the panoramic view of the mountain. The funicular offers a view of the monastery as well as the breathtaking views from the Pyrenees. At the top, you can also visit Aula de Natura (Nature Centre), where you will learn about the history, flora and fauna of the mountain.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Black Madonna at Montserrat

The Black Madonna of Montserrat, a revered 12th‑century statue of the Virgin Mary and symbol of Catalonia, is housed inside the Montserrat Basilica. Included in the option that specifies the visit to the Black Madonna.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Round transfer from the centre of Barcelona to the Monastery.
  • 2 Hour Free Time to Explore Montserrat on Your Own.
  • The "Tour, Basilica & Boys' Choir" option includes tickets for the Boys' Choir and Basilica.
  • The "Tour, Basilica & Black Madonna" option includes Basilica entry and touching the Black Madonna.
  • The "Montserrat, Lunch & Winery" option includes a cogwheel train ride and visit to historic winery.
  • The "Guided Tour & Basilica Entry" option ONLY includes Ticket to the Basilica.
  • English-Speaking Professional Guide.
  • The "Only Guided Tour" option does not include tickets (Monastery tour and roundtrip only).
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks in the Half Day options.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Round transfer from the centre of Barcelona to the Monastery
  • 2 Hour Free Time to Explore Montserrat on Your Own
  • The "Tour, Basilica & Boys' Choir" option includes tickets for the Boys' Choir and Basilica
  • The "Tour, Basilica & Black Madonna" option includes Basilica entry and touching the Black Madonna
  • The "Montserrat, Lunch & Winery" option includes a cogwheel train ride and visit to historic winery
  • The "Guided Tour & Basilica Entry" option ONLY includes Ticket to the Basilica
  • English-Speaking Professional Guide
  • The "Only Guided Tour" option does not include tickets (Monastery tour and roundtrip only)
  • Food and drinks in the Half Day options
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

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