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Barcelona & Montserrat: semi-private with pickup & skip-the-line
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Barcelona
About
Combine city sightseeing in Barcelona with a trip to the multi-peaked mountain of Montserrat on this full-day excursion! You will be picked up directly from your hotel or the cruise port. With an expert guide you’ll see all the top attractions of Barcelona including La Sagrada Familia, Passig de Gracia, the hill of Montjuic, and the nicest part of the Old City - El Born, among other sights. In addition, take a trip to the famous Montserrat National Park (admission included) and enjoy amazing views and a visit to Santa Maria de Montserrat, the mountain’s stunning basilica (skip-the-line tickets included).
Numbers are limited to 12 on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll see everything with...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bring your luggage with you if needed (no extra charges)
Drop-off to your hotel, cruise ship, airport, or La Sagrada Familia
See all the highlights of Barcelona, including Sagrada Familia, Montjuic, Casa Mila, El Born, + more
Pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in a new and air-conditioned vehicle
Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica at the top of Montserrat
Admission to Montserrat National Park
Food/drinks
Optional - skip-the-line ticket to Sagrada Familia at the end of the tour (outside visit included)
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Luggage may be stored in the vehicle during the tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Barcelona & Montserrat: semi-private with pickup & skip-the-line
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Barcelona
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$177.00
Price varies by group size
About
Combine city sightseeing in Barcelona with a trip to the multi-peaked mountain of Montserrat on this full-day excursion! You will be picked up directly from your hotel or the cruise port. With an expert guide you’ll see all the top attractions of Barcelona including La Sagrada Familia, Passig de Gracia, the hill of Montjuic, and the nicest part of the Old City - El Born, among other sights. In addition, take a trip to the famous Montserrat National Park (admission included) and enjoy amazing views and a visit to Santa Maria de Montserrat, the mountain’s stunning basilica (skip-the-line tickets included).
Numbers are limited to 12 on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll see everything with...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bring your luggage with you if needed (no extra charges)
Drop-off to your hotel, cruise ship, airport, or La Sagrada Familia
See all the highlights of Barcelona, including Sagrada Familia, Montjuic, Casa Mila, El Born, + more
Pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in a new and air-conditioned vehicle
Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica at the top of Montserrat
Admission to Montserrat National Park
Food/drinks
Optional - skip-the-line ticket to Sagrada Familia at the end of the tour (outside visit included)
Itinerary
1
Montjuic Castle
Enjoy panoramic views over the city of Barcelona
10 minutes
2
La Sagrada Familia
Sagrada Família is Barcelona’s most iconic landmark, designed by Antoni Gaudí. This extraordinary basilica blends Gothic and Art Nouveau forms, with intricate façades. Its towering spires and symbolic details make it one of the most remarkable architectural works in the world.
We will do a panoramic visit and if you wish, we can purchase skip-the-line tickets so you can continue with an audio-guided visit at the end of the tour. Contact us by email after booking if wanted. Most guests choose the free panoramic visit without the ticketed entry.
30 minutes
3
Port Olimpic
Beautiful Marina and Barcelona's trendy beach
15 minutes
4
Placa d'Espanya
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. The square serves as a major transport hub and a grand gateway to the Montjuïc area.
5 minutes
5
Passeig de Gracia
Passeig de Gràcia is Barcelona’s most elegant boulevard, linking Plaça de Catalunya with the Gràcia district. Known for its luxury boutiques and Modernist architecture, it is home to landmarks such as Casa Batlló and Casa Milà. Wide sidewalks, distinctive mosaic paving, and grand façades make it one of the city’s most prestigious avenues.
15 minutes
6
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya - MNAC
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 panoramic views over Barcelona from the terraces.
10 minutes
7
Manzana de la Discordia
La Mansana 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 Barcelona’s most striking showcases of Catalan Modernisme.
5 minutes
8
Casa Amatller
Casa Amatller 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 stonework reflect the wealth and taste of the Amatller chocolate-making family who commissioned it.
5 minutes
9
Plaza de Catalunya
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 gateway to the city.
5 minutes
10
Montana de Montserrat
Visit the National Park of Montserrat - admission ticket included.
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 Montserrat, which houses the revered Black Madonna (La Moreneta), Catalonia’s patron saint. The area combines natural beauty, spiritual significance, and excellent hiking opportunities.
2 hours
11
Abadia de Montserrat
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, a renowned boys’ choir, and sweeping views over the surrounding landscape.
30 minutes
12
L'Anella Olimpica de Montjuic
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, concerts, and public gatherings, offering wide views over the city.
5 minutes
13
El Born / La Ribera
El Born is 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 stores, and a relaxed yet trendy vibe just steps from the old city center.
40 minutes
14
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
Santa Maria del Mar is a striking 14th-century Catalan Gothic church in the El Born district of Barcelona. Built between 1329 and 1383 by the city’s merchants and shipbuilders, it is known for its pure architectural lines, soaring columns, and luminous stained-glass windows. The interior feels unusually open and harmonious, making it one of the finest examples of Catalan Gothic architecture in Spain.