Embark on a private half-day tour to Montserrat, a Spanish National Park and place of pilgrimage. Explore the Basilica and Monastery, enjoy stunning views, and experience the wonders of this famous mountain.
Embark on a private half-day tour to Montserrat, a Spanish National Park and place of pilgrimage. Explore the Basilica and Monastery, enjoy stunning views, and experience the wonders of this famous mountain.
- 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…
- 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 of people around the world. Once in Montserrat, enjoy 45 minutes guided tour, and then you will have 2 hours to explore. You can visit la Moreneta, enter the Museum, taste the monastery’s homemade liquor, go for an easy walk. - 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. According to the legends, the monks build 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’ Choir in Europe, performs during religious ceremonies. - Montserrat Museum - In your free time, you can visit the Montserrat Museum, which hosts six permanent art collections and two temporary ones. You will find pieces from famous artists such as Picasso, Dalí, Caravaggio, and also unknown but talented artists. - 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 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.
- Pickup and dropoff from your accommodation in Barcelona
- Licensed and passionate tour guide
- Guided tour of Montserrat Abbey
- Free time to explore Montserrat at your leisure
- Comfortable, air-conditioned round-trip transport from Barcelona
- Pickup and dropoff from your accommodation in Barcelona
- Licensed and passionate tour guide
- Guided tour of Montserrat Abbey
- Free time to explore Montserrat at your leisure
- Comfortable, air-conditioned round-trip transport from Barcelona
- Food & drink
- Gratuities
- Sant Joan Funicular Lower Station Single journey € 8.75, Return € 13.00
- Montserrat museum entry fee 8,00 €
- Food & drink
- Gratuities
- Sant Joan Funicular Lower Station Single journey € 8.75, Return € 13.00
- Montserrat museum entry fee 8,00 €
Embark on a private half-day excursion to Montserrat, a renowned mountain serving as a National Park and a pilgrimage destination for countless global visitors. We kick-off from a location of your convenience, venturing out of the concrete jungle in our private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Take delight in the landscape and enjoy a 45-minute guided…
Embark on a private half-day excursion to Montserrat, a renowned mountain serving as a National Park and a pilgrimage destination for countless global visitors. We kick-off from a location of your convenience, venturing out of the concrete jungle in our private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Take delight in the landscape and enjoy a 45-minute guided expedition around the Basilica and Monastery of Montserrat, the dwelling place of La Moreneta, the Black Madonna. This tour has the advantage of early admittance to the monastery, avoiding the later throngs of tourists.
Leverage your spare hours to explore the museum, savor the home-brewed liquor of the monastery, take a leisurely strolling to the Saint Miguel cross, ride the Sant Joan Funicular, and marvel at the awe-inspiring views offered by Montserrat. The journey caps off with a return ride to your place of stay in Barcelona.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.