--- title: Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/montserrat-monastery-small-group-or-private-tour-hotel-pick-up/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 94 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.85 reviews: 6271 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Best with pickup rank_in_category: 16 of 22 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-20 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/montserrat-monastery-small-group-or-private-tour-hotel-pick-up/ --- # Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up **Guidekin's take:** Montserrat in five hours with round trip hotel pickup and a group capped eight, the low-hassle way to do the monastery if you would rather skip meeting points. Monastery entry and a guided walk are included; food and drinks are not. **Best with pickup:** Round trip hotel pickup and a group capped at 8, the low hassle way to do the monastery: 4.85 from 6271 reviews. Trade-off: Food and drinks are not included. (last checked August 27, 2026) ## Overview Discover the mystical mountaintop monastery of Montserrat on a 5-hour small-group tour of maximum 8 people from Barcelona. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free experience. Your expert guide will take you through the nearly 1,000-year-old Benedictine Monastery, located high in the Montserrat Mountains, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding natural park. Explore this iconic Catalonian landmark, known for its rich history, spiritual significance, and stunning landscapes. With a small group size, you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience, allowing you to truly appreciate the beauty and history of Montserrat. Whether you're a history enthusiast, nature lover, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat near Barcelona, this half-day tour is the perfect way to experience Catalonia’s stunning scenery. ## Key facts - Price: from €94 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.85/5 from 6271 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: In Out Barcelona Tours ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group | €94 / person | English | Pickup included | | Small Group in SPANISH | €94 / person | Spanish | Pickup included | | Private Tour | €230 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | Private tour for you only and your group. Pickup included | ## What's included - Professional local guide - Montserrat Walking Tour - Entrance to the Montserrat Monastery - Hotel Pickup and Drop-off - Air-conditioned vehicle - Small-group up to 8 people ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Montana de Montserrat** (30m) - The Rocky Massif of Montserrat has been declared as Natural Park in 1987, and characterised by the rounded shape of its peaks. This incredible 4000-foot wonder is easily recognizable by its ''serrated'' top from which it got his name. Once you reach the monastery, you have... 2. **Abadia De Montserrat** (30m; admission included) - Montserrat Basilica, located in the stunning Montserrat mountain range in Catalonia, Spain, is a revered site of pilgrimage and natural beauty. Known for housing the famous statue of the Black Madonna, La Moreneta, the basilica is a significant spiritual and cultural... 3. **Funicular de Sant Joan** (15m) - Decide with your small group of 8 pax if you want to enjoy a ride in the rack railway that will bring you at the top of the holy mountain. Enjoy astonishing views along the way. 4. **Montserrat Museum** (1h) - If you wish, you can also decide to visit the Montserrat museum. It has an important section of early paintings, spanning the 13th to the 18th centuries, with works by El Greco, Caravaggio as well as a large collection of Catalan paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20 - 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. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Small Group of 8 people ## How it compares in Day Trips Ranked **#16 of 22** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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