--- title: Best of Barcelona and Montserrat with Hotel / Port Pick up lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/best-of-barcelona-and-montserrat-with-hotel-port-pick-up/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 139 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.92 reviews: 194 duration_minutes: 480 duration_max_minutes: 540 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 32 of 100 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/best-of-barcelona-and-montserrat-with-hotel-port-pick-up/ --- # Best of Barcelona and Montserrat with Hotel / Port Pick up **Guidekin's take:** Combine Barcelona sights with Montserrat, reaching the mountain site by vehicle without an uphill approach on foot. Hotel or cruise pickup and national park entry are included in a small shared group of up to twelve; bookings require at least two people. 4.92 from 194 reviews at €139 per person for 8h–9h. In our comparison: #32 of 100 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This is the ultimate full day tour! See all the highlights of Barcelona and venture out of the city to the popular national park of Montserrat in a small-group of 2-12 participants only. Pickup is included directly from your hotel or the cruise ship. Bring your luggage with you if you want to be dropped off somewhere else at the end of the tour. Enjoy impressive views from the top of Montserrat and see the stunning Basilica. Choose to skip-the-line inside with your timed ticket in hand. Visit the incredible Antoni Gaudi's highlights in Barcelona, including the Sagrada Familia. If you wish, you can finish your tour here and receive your pre-ordered skip-the-line tickets to continue inside this impressive church with your audio guided tour. Alternatively, explore this masterpiece from the outside and we will drop you off back to your hotel, the cruise port, or the airport. This tour offers all the highlights in one day and it is not to be missed! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 599 pickup points - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: Food/drinks - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €130: ages 2 to 9 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 599 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €139 per person - Duration: 8h–9h - Rating: 4.92/5 from 194 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Top Day Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 4.92 from 194 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 191 of 194. - 5 stars: 184 (95%) - 4 stars: 7 (4%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (1%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the guides, broad sightseeing and port pickups, but some struggle to hear commentary in the van. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, personable guides explain local history and architecture - Convenient cruise port pickups, luggage storage and hotel drop offs - Broad coverage of Barcelona sights alongside a visit to Montserrat - Clean, comfortable vehicles and careful driving - Responsive booking support and clear pickup instructions **Complaints:** - Some struggle to hear the guide's commentary while travelling in the van Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-05-17 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Bring your luggage if needed (no extra charges) - Drive up Montserrat Mountain with drop-off at the site entrance (no need to even partially walk up) - Pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in a new and air-conditioned vehicle - Entrance fee to Montserrat National Park - Drop off to your hotel, cruise ship, or La Sagrada Familia ## Not included - Food/drinks - Optional only - skip-the-line tickets - email Operator after booking if wanted only ## Itinerary 1. **Enjoy panoramic views over the city of Barcelona** (15m) 2. **Basilica de la Sagrada Familia** (30m) - Barcelona’s most iconic landmark, designed by Antoni Gaudí. Enjoy a panoramic visit to one of the most remarkable architectural works in the world, and if you wish to visit inside at the end of the tour, order skip-the-line tickets for your audio-guided visit at the end of... 3. **Port Olimpic** (15m) - See the beautiful Marina and Barcelona's trendy beach 4. **Casa Batllo** (5m) - Casa Batlló is one of Antoni Gaudí’s most imaginative creations on Passeig de Gràcia. Redesigned in 1904, the building is famous for its colorful mosaic façade, bone-like balconies, and a roof shaped like a dragon’s back. Inside, flowing lines, natural light, and... 5. **Placa d'Espanya** (5m) - Plaça d’Espanya is one of Barcelona’s largest and most important squares, built for the 1929 International Exhibition. It is marked by the twin Venetian Towers and sits at the foot of Montjuïc, near the Magic Fountain and the former bullring, now the Arenas shopping center.... 6. **Casa Amatller** (5m) - is a prominent Modernist building on Passeig de Gràcia, designed in 1898 by architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch. Its distinctive stepped gable façade, inspired by Flemish Gothic architecture, contrasts with Gaudí’s neighboring Casa Batlló. Rich decorative details and sculpted... 7. **Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya** (15m) - Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is housed in the grand Palau Nacional on Montjuïc hill. The museum is renowned for its outstanding collection of Romanesque frescoes, as well as Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and modern Catalan art. Its elevated position also offers... 8. **La Mansana de la Discordia** (5m) - La Mansana (Illa) de la Discòrdia, meaning “Block of Discord,” refers to a famous stretch of Passeig de Gràcia where leading Modernist architects competed through bold designs. The contrasting façades and decorative styles earned the block its nickname, making it one of... 9. **L'Anella Olimpica de Montjuic** (15m) - L’Anella Olímpica de Montjuïc is the main Olympic complex built for the 1992 Barcelona Games. Located on Montjuïc hill, it includes the Olympic Stadium (Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys), Palau Sant Jordi, and surrounding open spaces. Today, it hosts major sporting events,... 10. **La Pedrera - Casa Mila** (5m) - La Pedrera, officially known as Casa Milà, is one of Antoni Gaudí’s most iconic Modernist buildings on Passeig de Gràcia. Completed in 1912, it is famous for its undulating stone façade and surreal rooftop chimneys. The innovative structure, natural light-filled courtyards,... 11. **Plaza de Catalunya** (5m) - Plaça de Catalunya is Barcelona’s central square and main meeting point, linking the historic old town with the modern Eixample district. Surrounded by shops, cafés, and major avenues such as La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia, it serves as a key transport hub and a lively... 12. **Montana de Montserrat** (2h; admission included) - Visit the national park of Montserrat – admission entry included in the price. Montserrat is a dramatic mountain range about one hour from Barcelona, known for its unique serrated rock formations and panoramic views. It is home to the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de... 13. **Abadia De Montserrat** (30m; admission included) - Abadía de Montserrat is a Benedictine monastery founded in the 11th century, dramatically set within the Montserrat mountains. It is one of Catalonia’s most important spiritual sites and home to the revered Black Madonna (La Moreneta). The abbey also features a basilica, and... 14. **Passeig de Gracia** (15m) - See this famous Boulevard which shops and Gaudi's architecture 15. **El Born / La Ribera** (40m) - One of Barcelona’s most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for its narrow medieval streets, boutique shops, lively cafés, and vibrant nightlife. Blending history and creativity, it is home to landmarks such as Santa Maria del Mar and offers a mix of local culture, artisan... 16. **Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar** (5m) - Stunning 14th-century Catalan Gothic church built by the city’s merchants and shipbuilders. It is known for its pure architectural lines, soaring columns, and luminous stained-glass windows 17. **Museu Picasso** (5m) - A panoramic outside visit to the Museu Picasso highlights the elegant Gothic palaces that house the museum in the heart of El Born. From the street, you can admire the medieval façades, stone archways, and quiet courtyards that reflect Barcelona’s historic character. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Pickup points listed by the operator: 599 ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Minimum 2 people per booking Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #32 of 100** | €139 | 8h–9h | 4.92 (194) | shared | | [Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona](/spain/barcelona/tours/costa-brava-tour-kayak-snorkel-cliff-jump-from-barcelona/?format=md) | €85 | 8h | 4.97 (5116) | shared | | [Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & lunch Small Group](/spain/barcelona/tours/costa-brava-tour-kayak-snorkel-cliff-jump-lunch-small-group/?format=md) | €85 | 8h | 4.97 (1120) | shared | | [Costa Brava Tour: Easy Hike, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona](/spain/barcelona/tours/costa-brava-tour-easy-hike-snorkel-cliff-jump-from-barcelona/?format=md) | €85 | 9h | 4.99 (418) | shared | Ranked #32 of 100 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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