Montserrat Afternoon Tour & Black Madonna Priority Access
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Discover one of Catalonia's most mystical wonders on this half-day tour. Visit the Virgin Mary, popularly known as La Moreneta, in the Basilica of Montserrat. Walk around the sanctuary and imagine the different ways of life of the monks in this place full of history throughout the centuries. Once the visit is over, take the cogwheel train down, enjoying the spectacular views of the natural surroundings.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Note that the La Escolania children's choir does not perform in the afternoon
Correct dress code is requested to enter the Basilica at Montserrat. It is not permitted to enter with tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts or sandals
Queues to see the Black Madonna may occur depending on season
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Leave Barcelona aboard one of our comfortable coaches and enjoy an unforgettable excursion to Montserrat, one of Catalonia's most iconic destinations. Montserrat is world-famous for its rocky landscape, which was declared a National Park in 1987 to protect its cultural and natural heritage.
Abadia De Montserrat
Accompanied by your local guide, you will discover the history of Montserrat Monastery and its unique architecture. Marvel at the harmonious combination of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its basilica and sanctuary. You will learn about the legend that explains the great spiritual importance of the place: the miraculous appearance of an image of the Madonna and Child in one of the caves in the mountain, the Santa Cova. This wood carving, popularly known as La Moreneta, is preserved today in the monastery church. Its characteristic dark colour is due to the oxidation of the varnish over time. Montserrat is also an important centre of spirituality. A community of approximately 80 Benedictine monks currently lives in the monastery, following the Rule of Saint Benedict. In addition to the main monastic complex, the mountain is home to numerous churches and hermitages, some of which are now abandoned, reinforcing the mystical character of the place.
What‘s Included
Entrance to the audio-visual exhibition “Espai Audio visual Montserrat”
Transportation on an air-conditioned coach
Access to the Basilica and the Black Madonna
Cog-wheel train down from Montserrat
Taste of 4 typical liquors of the area
Local Guide
Radio guide system
Options
Montserrat & Cog-Wheel Train
This guided tour includes: A guided visit, access to the Black Madonna’s and Basilica, a cog-wheel train ride, a taste of 4 typical liquors and more.
Montserrat & Cable Car
This guided tour includes: Access to the Black Madonna’s Throne and the Basilica, a Cable Car up to Montserrat, a guided visit and free time to explore.
Reviews
1,953 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommend
Amy W,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The experience was great despite the weather being rainy and foggy. Lorena was a great narrator giving us insight and the history. I recommend the tour. We chose to take train up because some in our group are afraid of heights, so no cable car for us.
Nice tour
Charnsilp S,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Tour is nice and I love the cable car experience. The guide is knowledges and sweet. It’s off season, so not much to do on your free time. The thing that the tour guides need is the new microphone in the car… it’s unclear and very loud!!!
Montserrat visit.
Alan D,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00All happened exactly as arranged, no delays, easy to get to starting point. Ivan an excellent guide. Fabulous views. Wonderful place to visit and appreciate. Liquor tasting a bit hit'n' miss. All else was excellent and very good value.
We booked an English Tour...
Alfred U,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00We booked an English Tour to Monserrat. But our Tour Guide keeps on speaking Spanish. And when she talks in English. It still sounds like Spanish
The excursion to Montserrat is very beautiful and interesting
Raymond L,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great visit! This afternoon excursion is worth the trip. We had a sunny day. Our guide Sandra gave us lots of interesting information about the monasteries in Montserrat.
Good
Reena P,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely experience and safe.... Good service...........................................................
Wonderful!
B9104NKmollym,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Jessica was such a nice person, very clear to understand and considerate of everyone in the group.
Very interesting, informative, and beautiful scenery
Matthew T,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very fun, informative, and enjoyable tour; made even moreso by our guide Emma. From start to finish, it was very well organized, efficient, and had plenty of time for self paced touring of Montserrat.
Great walk
Eduardo B,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00At first it was a little confused the bus, but because other tourists confused the place to board..but then everything gets shaken The place and beautiful is well worth it
Very very poor and will not recommend traveling with Julia travels ( arranged by Viator)
Prasanthi T,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00I could not take the tour because I was 2 minutes late. Due to heavy rains at Barcelona and roads been closed my taxi took extra 2 minutes to reach the meeting point at Julia travels. Julia travels ( 2 ladies) were inside the office and would not open the door for my family to verify tickets. The bus was right there in front of me and as my tickets were not verified , the bus left without us. Most important fact- I called Julia travels 7 minutes before the tour time and they still would not wait. They were very mean to us. This is totally unacceptable.
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