Tours to Montserrat
Montserrat Tours: Visitor Highlights
#PicturePerfect Montserrat
Barcelona Tours-Montserrat: Visitor Tips
Quick Facts
Region
Catalonia
Known For
Stunning Nature
Activity Type
Montserrat Tour
Yearly Visitors
2 Million
High Season
July & August
Currency Required
European Euro
Time Zone
GMT +2:00
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Montserrat Tours: Visitor Highlights
- Art lovers admire works by Caravaggio, El Greco, and Picasso. Note: you will need Montserrat museum tickets to see these wonders. Visit the Monastery & new audiovisual space together.
- Admire the Basilica with its stunning stained-glass and ancient artworks.
- Enjoy Breathtaking views from the mountain (best combined with lunch and wine tasting!).
- Lock eyes with the 12th-century figure of “La Moreneta” (The Black Madonna - the patron saint of Catalonia), in The Lady’s Chapel!
- There are plenty of hiking routes to enjoy at the mountain top sanctuary: don’t miss the Holy Cave, the Degotalls Way, and the Via Crucis.
- The hauntingly beautiful Boys Choir and local farmers market. To make sure you don’t miss these, why not spend a magical night in Montserrat?
#PicturePerfect Montserrat
- Right in front of the monastery (with the mountains behind!)
- A panoramic shot from the highest point at Sant Jeroni (1,236m).
- Share your moment with friends with a live video from the Montserrat funicular?
Barcelona Tours-Montserrat: Visitor Tips
- Wear comfortable shoes: If you are planning to hike through the natural park or simply you have an action-packed day ahead, think of your feet! A Barcelona day trip is easily doable, but if the train is packed, then you may have to stand.
- Dress appropriately: Wear respectful attire for the Benedictine Monastery, but also remember to pack both a jumper and sunscreen! Mountain weather can change very suddenly, so be prepared both for scorching summer sun and wind.
- Save money with combination Montserrat tickets: To get to the top of the mountain, you will need to take the train from Barcelona, Plaça Espanya. Then you have the choice of walking, rack railway or the cable car. Choose a Monistrol de Montserrat combined ticket to save buying (and queueing) twice!
- “Ask me anything”: This special corner of Catalonia has a fascinating history and mysterious past. Book a tour and ask your expert guide all your most burning questions! Arrive as a tourist, and leave as a local!
- Short on time? If you desire a highly personalized tour, then your best bet is to book a Montserrat private tour. This way you can tailor your visit for your perfect ratio of museum or mountain, cava or climbing!