Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour

Summary Description

This super saver tour of Barcelona combines the city's top sights into one convenient, money-saving package. Whether you're a first-time visitor to Barcelona looking to get an overview of this unique Catalonian capital, or simply hoping to cover a lot of ground for one discounted price, this combined excursion is a great option.

Start your morning by meeting your guide in central Barcelona. Proceed on a sightseeing tour of central Barcelona during the morning, including a stroll through the Gothic Quarter and a visit to Montjuic via the sky-high Montjuic cable car.

Then in the afternoon, continue on to the mountaintop retreat of Montserrat just outside Barcelona proper, where you board a cog-wheel train to explore this unique pilgrimage site, including its 12th-century Romanesque carving of the Virgen Moroneta (Black Virgin).

For full details of your day-long excursion, read the full itinerary below.

Highlights
  • Soak up sweeping views from Montjuïc cable car and the Montserrat railway
  • Hear about the miracles the Black Madonna allegedly worked from your guide
  • Taste a unique liqueur first crafted by the monks of Montserrat
Description

First-time visitors won’t want to miss this time-saving combo tour, which hits the Barcelona highlights in just one action-packed day. Spend the morning taking in city sights with a guide, including Barcelona Cathedral, Montjuïc Castle, the Gothic Quarter, Olympic Village, and Montjuïc cable car. Then, head out to the Abadia de Montserrat to ride a cogwheel train, sample local liquor, and see the iconic statue of the Black Madonna.

Included / Excluded
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bilingual local guide
  • Montserrat cog-wheel train ride
  • Taste of 4 typical liquors of the area.
  • Radio guide system.
  • Montjuïc cable car ride.
  • Entrance to the audio visual “Espai Audio visual Montserrat” exhibition in Montserrat.
  • Entrance fee to The Cathedral.
  • Entry/Admission - Barcelona Cathedral
  • Entry/Admission - Abadia de Montserrat
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 10h 45m
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants travel free provided they do not occupy a seat.
You have approximately 1 hour and 15 min of free time for lunch (from April to October) and 30 min (from November to March) between both parts of the excursions. Lunch not included.
From the end of January to the beginning of March (dates to be confirmed) the cable car doesn't work due to maintenance tasks, this service will be replaced by a tapas tasting at the Spanish Village.
Proper dress code is requested to enter the Basilica at Montserrat. It is not permitted to enter with tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts or flip flops.
At Montserrat there is a mountains climate, depending on the season you will need clothes protecting you from the rain and/or cold.
Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour.
The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination.
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change due to the events to be celebrated in the City (demonstrations, sport events, cultural events, oficial acts and public works).
Queues to see the Black Madonna may occur depending on season.
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

FAQ

What is the Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour cancellation policy?

Toggle FAQ

Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Which attractions will I visit with Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour?

Toggle FAQ

During this experience, places you will visit include:

What time does Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour start?

Toggle FAQ

Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour will start at 8:15 AM.

How much is Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour?

Toggle FAQ

Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour price starts from $115.80.

Operated by:

Julia Travel

About operator:

Julia Travel is a Spanish company with more than 80 years of experience dedicated to incoming tourism in Spain and deals both with the tourism industry and directly with tourists. We offer half/one day tours in Barcelona and surroundings on our confortable buses and always with a bilingual guide who provides all information and more to fully enjoy the trip!

Basic Information
  • Duration: 10.75 hours
Other products