Barcelona to Montserrat Monastery: Tour, Transfers & Basilica

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Overview

Available languages

English
Spanish

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Escape the bustle of Barcelona with a guided bus tour to the breathtaking Montserrat mountains.

Meet your guide in the city center and enjoy a short, scenic bus ride to the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, explore the stunning mountainside monastery and learn its rich history.

The tour ends with an included ticket to the basilica.

After which you then have your 3 hours free time: hike the hills, savour a buffet lunch with panoramic views, or visit the museum. We recommend taking the funicular (extra cost) for unforgettable vistas.

After your adventure, return to Barcelona in the afternoon, 6 hours after departure.

Be aware that in the summer months the transport is normally a coach, and in the winter is usually a minibus.

Please note:

"Monastery" refers to the entire complex, not just where monks live. This is included in the tour

"Basilica" (literal church interior) is included

"Throne Room" with the Black Madonna is not included.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

6 Hour Excursion

Private transportation

Free Time

Access to Montserrat Mountain

Air-conditioned vehicle

Private Guide

Entry to Basilica

Gratuities

Funicular Tickets

Throne Room & Choir

What To Expect

1

Monistrol de Montserrat

Discover the history, culture and beauty of this magical place. Tour through the famous Monastery before enjoying some free time to enjoy in any way you like.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Abadia de Montserrat

Free time in the mountains of Montserrat

3 hours • Admission Included

Options

Montserrat Tour - ENGLISH

Montserrat Tour - ESPAÑOL

En Español

Reviews

4.64

177 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • The information provided...

    Juan C,

    Nov 6, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    The information provided by Marc was very useful in better understanding our experience at the Montserrat Monastery. His hints about how we should "see" and "feel" our time there was helpful to me. Where should we go first? How do we estimate to time needed to take this path to see so-and-so? Thank you, Marc! You were very helpful.

  • Wonderful experience!

    Matt N,

    Oct 30, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Wonderful experience! This is a great tour! A beautiful place, lots to see and do. I wish the time in Montserrat was longer. Our tour guide was informative and nice.

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  • Montserrat is a unique...

    Stephen S,

    Oct 27, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Montserrat is a unique community high in the mountains about an hour north of Barcelona. We met our tour at 9:00 am near the marina and they were efficient checking in a group of 40+ tourists and getting the tour started. Our guide was knowledgeable explaining the history of Montserrat and describing all the activities and sights we would see. Upon arriving, we had four hours to explore the basilica, eat lunch, visit the museum, hikes the mountain trails and enjoy the amazing views. Despite Friday afternoon traffic, we were returned to our meeting point at approximately 3:00 pm, concluding the 6 hour tour.

  • Our guide was very...

    LORI R,

    Oct 25, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Our guide was very knowledgeable. At Monserrate you are on your own to select what you want to see and do.

  • Horrible tour

    Addy O,

    Oct 18, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    1.00

    It was not only a bad experience but upon letting the company know of my experience they completely made excuses for their false advertising. Their customer service was horrible.

  • Montserrat view

    savithashreem,

    Oct 18, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Amazing trip, loved the experience. Ewan was great , had a lot of knowledge about the place. Would definitely recommend.

  • Montserrat Day Trip

    O9280LBmalika,

    Oct 18, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Enjoyed a great last minute tour of Montserrat on our recent trip to Barcelona. The tour guide, Ewan, was very knowledgeable and made the whole experience good fun and we learned a lot!

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  • Amazing day in Montserrat

    Clair A,

    Oct 15, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Montserrat was amazing, one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been too! This was especially due to our guide Marc (not Marco) who clearly explained the different walking routes which meant we could easily explore the surrounding area in the time we had. He was also especially kind and patient with latecomers and those with accessibility issues. Highly recommend!

  • The bus was on time and...

    Tulasidas P,

    Oct 9, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    The bus was on time and dropped and picked us on time. The guide Francisco was very knowledgeable but could have been a bit polite to talk to.

  • Ask for Francisco!

    Laura R,

    Oct 6, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    This tour is so well done - easy to navigate an otherwise confusing journey to hike Monserrat. Francisco (our guide) was AMAZING. Lovely history in the way up and suggestions for what do to next on the way down. Top tier in every way!

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4.64
177 reviews