Montserrat Day Trip
Day Trip Details
We'll see you bright and early at the Barcelona Nord bus station and then travel to the Monastery of Montserrat, just over an hour away from Barcelona. Did you know the Nazis visited this very location in the 1940s in hopes of finding the Holy Grail here?
As we arrive in the heart of the mountain, we'll come to our first stop of the day at the Abbey of Montserrat. Here we'll embark on a guided tour of the grounds, full of outstanding Gothic and Renaissance pieces. We'll learn fascinating insights into the history of the abbey along the way. The center of attention is the Virgin of “la Moreneta”, the popular name by which the patron saint of Catalonia is known.
Following our 1-hour guided tour through the Abbey of Montserrat, we'll leave you about 2.5 hours of free time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant nearby and then explore the area. To make the most of this time, some activities we recommend are hiking to the Cross of San Miguel, exploring the cheese market, riding the funicular, or visiting the Montserrat Museum. At the museum, you'll find extraordinary collections, including archaeological pieces from the Middle East, and works by artists such as Berruguete, Caravaggio, Dalí, and Picasso.
You can also visit the Throne of the Virgin of Montserrat and enjoy the choir, but please note that these activities require additional tickets, which must be purchased directly through the official Montserrat website.
After an exciting day in Montserrat, we'll reconvene and hop on the bus back to Barcelona, where we'll arrive 7 hours later back at the starting point.
More Information
Duration
7 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Skip–the–line tickets to the Abbey of Monserrat
Guided tour of the Abbey of Montserrat
Not included
Food and drinks
Railway ticket to go up the monastery
Admission to the Throne of the Virgin, Montserrat Museum or choir
Hike to Cross of San Miguel
When to book?
You can book up until 2 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
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- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
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This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Castlexperience Wine Tours
Corporate name: Vinclass Castlexperience S.L.
Pets
Not permitted.
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Q - How to book?
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Free cancellation
Calle Nàpols 68
