Return transport from a meeting point is included; the railway and liquor tasting depend on the option selected. 4.59 from 905 reviews at €55 per person for 5h.
In our comparison: #99 of 100 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer + Basilica EntryThe page price | Round-trip transportation Ticket to the Basilica: Explore the Basilica of Montserrat at your own pace. Please note: Guided tour, access to the Throne of the Virgin, the Audiovisual Space, and the traditional liqueur tasting are not included | €55 |
| Montserrat Full Experience | Round-trip transportation Guided Tour: Enjoy your visit accompanied by our professional guide, who will provide live commentary in English and Spanish simultaneousl Access to the Basilica Throne of the Virgin: Discover the famous Black Madonna, known as "La Moreneta". Audiovisual Space Liquor tasting: Taste traditional liqueurs made by the monks of Montserrat. | €62 |
Children from €50 (ages 3 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 824 of 905
Star breakdown of all 905 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides, mountain views and monastery, but some cannot fit all the activities into the visit.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (12 September 2024 to 25 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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You will leave Barcelona early in the morning to avoid crowds when accessing Montserrat. The first part of the journey will be by bus. The bus trip will last 1 hour.
1hThis trip will offer you the mountain’s unique skyline and spectacular views. The train has panoramic windows that allow you to admire the beauty of the landscape around Monistrol to Montserrat.
15 min · Admission not includedIf the full experience is selected, the visit to the Basilica will be accompanied by a professional guide, who will share its history, architecture, and significance. If the Transfer + Basilica option is selected, you will enjoy admission to the Basilica and explore it independently at your own pace.
30 min · Admission includedIf the full tour option is selected, the guide will explain the history and highlights of the monastery. You will then have free time to explore the Abbey and its surroundings at your own pace.
1h 30m · Admission not includedAfterward, we will head back to Barcelona center.
10 min · Admission not includedDiscover the jewel in Catalonia’s crown before the crowds arrive on this morning trip to Montserrat.
Choose between two experiences: the Transfer + Basilica option, which includes round-trip transportation and admission to the Basilica to explore at your own pace, or the Full Experience, which includes a scenic rack railway ride and a guided visit to the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey.
Admire the abbey’s impressive Gothic and Renaissance architecture and discover its importance in Catalonia’s rich history and culture.
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #99 of 100 | €55 | 5h | 4.59 (905) | shared |
| Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona | €85 | 8h | 4.97 (5116) | shared |
| Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & lunch Small Group | €85 | 8h | 4.97 (1120) | shared |
| Costa Brava Tour: Easy Hike, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona | €85 | 9h | 4.99 (418) | shared |
Ranked #99 of 100 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €38 to €545, median €109; typical length 9h. 29 of 100 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 100 Day Trips