Barcelona to Montserrat Monastery: Tour, Transfers & Basilica
Overview
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6 hours
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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 To Expect
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.
Abadia de Montserrat
Free time in the mountains of Montserrat
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
Options
Montserrat Tour - ENGLISH
Montserrat Tour - ESPAÑOL
En Español
Reviews
195 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The guide Marc helped...
Cezar G,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide Marc helped with any questions we had, very professional and a good story teller. Thanks again Marc with a c at the end. :)))
Worthwhile
michael C,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide Marc was very knowledgeable and informative. He made it a great trip the mountains are incredible
Pre-cruise excursion
Teena H,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic experience Wear comfortable walking / hiking shoes & pay extra for incline ride to the top
Highly recommended.
Sheila H,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide very knowledgable and interesting. Good picture of the History of Catalonia. Very patient and friendly. Felt safe with ghd driver even though I dont like mountain roads. Thank you both. Worth going for the views alone.
Great day trip!
Linda H,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day trip from Barcelona to visit a beautiful pilgrimage site. Enough free time to explore pray with the choir, visit the Madonna...
Great experience!
Lynette W,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots to see and do while visiting! It was pouring rain and cold but I still had a great time. I paid extra to see the Black Madonna up close and to enter the museum ( not included in tour I purchased). Well worth the extra money! Your guide was knowledgeable and the transportation from the meeting point to the monastery was clean and had plenty of room!
Nice place with an unpleasant guide
Monica D,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The trip was pleasant, but the guide very unpleasant and sometimes unpleasant. The minibus was comfortable and the driver very friendly.
10/10, would recommend!
Juan B,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We got to see snow the entire time. Funicular was closed because of it, but it didn't matter. 3 hours to roam around was plenty for a small hike, take pictures, build a snowman, shop, eat, and relax on the ride back to central Barcelona. Francisco was a great and knowledgeable guide!
Definitely visit Monserrat! Worth the money! Specular views! !
Lisa F,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Francisco was helpful and informative. Incredible outdoor and spiritual expedience. Differing levels of physical demand. Really glad we did it. Worth the money. Four hours was not enough time. Go in the morning lines on road to get in longer in afternoon.
Wow !!! What a beautiful place
Kevin C,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Make sure you visit this place during the week and not at holiday times, it is beautiful but very rushed , the place was shrouded with fog unfortunately, but this is something that cannot be helped, it is what it is. That said. It's a fantastic place to visit nonetheless but please be aware you are paying silly prices for anything that's up there, including food.
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