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Barcelona: Montserrat Tour with Cog-Wheel & Black Madonna

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Ascend Montserrat on this half-day trip from Barcelona. Enjoy a scenic ride aboard a cog-wheel train, visit the Royal Basilica to see the Black Virgin, and discover unusual rock formations.

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  • Live guiding
    English, Spanish
  • Duration
    4.5-6.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Transportation on an air-conditioned bus
    • Guide
    • Cog-wheel train up to Montserrat or Aeri Cable Car (depending on option selected)
    • Access to the basilica and the Black Madonna
    • Access to the Escolanía (if option selected)
    • Tasting of 4 liquors
    • Entrance to an audio-visual exhibition in Montserrat
    • Radio guide system
    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Hotel pick-up & drop off
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Have fun on the way up in a cog-wheel train or in a cable car
  • Enjoy priority access to the Black Madonna
  • Visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat with your guide
  • Follow your local guide and learn about the history of the Monastery
  • Taste some of the finest locally produced liquors

Description

Visit Montserrat Monastery on this half-day trip from Barcelona.  Scale Montserrat Mountain on the cogwheel train or the "Aeri" cable car. Admire the beauty of the monastery's architecture and hear stories about its famed Black Madonna statue.
Board a bus from Barcelona and set off on a ride to the magical mountain of Montserrat. Discover its rocky geography, beautiful scenery, local liquors, and cultural wealth with a guide.

Follow your local guide through the site and learn about the history and architectural style of the monastery. Fall in love with the Gothic and Renaissance details of the basilica and sanctuary.

Then, learn about the legend of the miraculous apparition of the Black Madonna and Child in the cave of Santa Cova. Visit the Church and see the Black Madonna.

Enjoy free time to taste the finest liquors, shop for locally produced treats or visit the audiovisual exhibition once the guided tour finishes.

Good to know before you go
  • A proper dress code is requested to enter the Basilica at Montserrat. It is not permitted to enter with tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts or flip flops.
  • The Aeri facilities are not adapted for people with reduced mobility. In this case, it will be necessary to make the reservation with the ascent to Montserrat by the cog-wheel train.
  • The weather is mountainous. Depending on the season, you will need warm/rain clothing.
  • Check the schedules of the facilities you wish to visit during your free time before your tour.
  • Please note that the tour is conducted on foot upon your arrival in Montserrat.
  • The option with Escolanía will only be available during the school period. During the summer months, as well as during tours they undertake, it will not be possible.
Meeting point

Montserrat Afternoon Tour with Cog-Wheel & Black Madonna

Montserrat Morning Tour with Cog-Wheel & Black Madonna

Montserrat Afternoon Tour with Cable Car and Black Madonna

Montserrat Mid-Morning Tour with Cog-wheel and Black Madonna

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
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3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    13-99 years
  • Children
    4-12 years
  • Infants
    0-3 years
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