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Montserrat Small Group Tour with Train and Cable Car

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Day trip
Montserrat Small Group Tour with Train and Cable Car
Top rated
4.8951964 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.8951964 out of 5 stars
229 reviews

Travel on a comfortable train from Barcelona to Montserrat, take a cable car up the mountain, visit the Basilica of Montserrat with priority access on a walking tour, and take the cogwheel train down.

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Duration 6.5 hours
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Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 14 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Corinne – United States

Monica did a fantastic job. Helped us tremendously when we were not at the correct pickup location. So thankful

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Cynthia – Canada

The guide Monica was excellent. Unfortunately it was raining and very foggy limiting the view and therefore the full enjoyment of experience. Monica did her very best to compensate.

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza

  • Train

    (55 minutes)

  • Cable car

    (10 minutes)

    Montserrat Monastery

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Scenic views on the way (2 hours)

    Optional

    Montserrat Monastery

    Food market visit (15 minutes)

    Optional

  • Montserrat Monastery

    Free time (1 hour)

  • Train

    (12 minutes)

  • Train

    (55 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Montserrat mountain range from the cable car
  • Step back in time as you learn about the history and culture of the area
  • Immerse in the sacred atmosphere as you visit the Madonna and the Basilica.
  • Admire Montserrat's beauty through the panoramic windows of the cremallera train
  • Travel to and from central Barcelona with ease with the included train transfers

Full description

⁠⁠Explore Montserrat, a place of profound beauty and spirituality on this guided tour from Barcelona. Delve into the region's rich history, marvel at the stunning rock formations, and visit the revered Montserrat Monastery. Uncover the secrets of this unique destination with the help of a guide.

Meet your guide at the centrally-located Catalonia Plaza Espanya Hotel in the morning. Embark on train journey from Barcelona that takes you through the scenic Spanish countryside. Ascend the mountain with the included cable car ticket for stunning views.

Reach Montserrat's summit and learn about the area's history and culture on a guided walking tour. Capture pictures along the way to share with friends and family. Save time with priority access to the popular Basilica of Montserrat and visit the Throne of the Virgin, a revered religious symbol.

Following the tour, you will have about 1,5 hours of free time to explore the surroundings at your leisure. Descend back towards Barcelona on the Cremallera (cogwheel train), a historical train that offers scenic and memorable views.

From there, catch a connecting train back to your meeting point in Barcelona, leaving you near the Catalonia Art Museum, Poble Espanyol, and the Olympic Stadium.

Includes

  • Train transportation
  • Cogwheel train ticket
  • Cable car ticket
  • Guide
  • Walking tour
  • About 1.5 hours of free time at Montserrat
  • Access to the Basilica
  • Access to the Black Madonna
  • Farmers' market visit
  • Transportation to the meeting point
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with altitude sickness

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Meeting point

Look for your guide in front of the Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Sandals or flip flops
  • Shorts
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • Proper attire is essential for entry to religious sites. Both men and women must ensure that their knees and shoulders are covered, and flip flops are not allowed
  • Failure to show up for the tour will not result in a refund

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 229 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Corinne – United StatesApril 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Monica did a fantastic job. Helped us tremendously when we were not at the correct pickup location. So thankful
C
Cynthia – CanadaMarch 22, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide Monica was excellent. Unfortunately it was raining and very foggy limiting the view and therefore the full enjoyment of experience. Monica did her very best to compensate.
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Steve – United StatesJanuary 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Marcelo was a wonderful tour guide. He was friendly and gave us a nice introduction of Montserrat and what to expect as we rode the train from the city to the mountain. We selected this tour because it allowed us to take both the cable car and the cogwheel train up and down the mountain respectively. There was enough free time at the top to take a short hike as well.

Product ID: 567594

Activity provider:Barcelona with a local

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