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Sagrada Familia & Montserrat Small Group Tour

4.9(1752 reviews)Barcelona, Spain
10hDurationEnglish, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Participants will experience a full-day guided tour of Barcelona and Montserrat, beginning with hotel pickup in Barcelona. The tour accommodates a small group of 8 people, ensuring a more personalized experience. Travel to Montserrat Mountain in a private vehicle, where an expert guide will provide insights into the area's history, cultural significance, and landscapes. The tour includes exploration of the Montserrat Monastery, known for its spiritual importance and stunning mountain views, as well as discussions on Barcelona's unique architecture and vibrant culture. The itinerary continues with a visit to La Sagrada Familia, the famous basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí, which remains under construction after more than a century. This tour combines the cultural heart of Barcelona with the natural beauty of Montserrat in one day, offering a blend of history and scenic views.

Itinerary

1

Parc de Montjuic

Head to the Montjuic Mountain to enjoy great views of the city from top. Your passionate driver-guide will show you the Olympic facilities constructed for the 1992 Barcelona Games, such as the Olympic Stadium and the Palau Sant Jordi. Pass by the Miró Foundation and relax from the hustle and bustle of the city in one of the splendid gardens of the hill.

2

Las Ramblas

Continue your comfortable visit of the city heading to Barcelona’s waterfront, passing by well renowned citysights, such as the must-visit Las Ramblas, the Boqueria Market, the Columbus Monument, the Museum of History of Catalonia and the splendid Old Port of Barcelona.

3

Gothic Quarter

Continue the day with a walking tour of the medieval Old Town of Barcelona. Enjoy a stroll in the Gothic Quarter, where the history of Barcelona began. Learn about Catalan traditions and Barcelona’s origins, while exploring enchanting corners, picturesque plazas and the narrow alleys of the Gothic quarter. Visit the Royal Square, one of Barcelona's busiest, most vibrant spots of the Old Town. Head to the Plaça Sant Jaume to have a look to the City Hall and to discover the most ancient and well hidden corner of the city centre, dating back to Roman times. Continue your walk in a maze of winding streets to visit the King’s Square (Placa del Rei) and the splendid Barcelona Gothic Cathedral. Visit intimate squares that has marked the history of this city and walk through the Jewish Quarters, one of the oldest and best preserved areas of the city centre.

4

Placa Reial

One of the main hubs of the city, Placa Reial is a square in the Gòtic neighbourhood of Barcelona. It is close to La Rambla, and is a popular tourist attraction, especially at night. The plaza hosts many restaurants and some of the city's most famous nightclubs.

5

Catedral de Barcelona

Barcelona Cathedral, also known as Cathedral of Saint Eulalia. The cathedral was build between 13th and 15th centuries and still impresses the visitors to this day with its Gothic style.

6

Placa Sant Felip Neri

Plaça de Sant Felip Neri is a small square in the Gothic Quarter in the district of Ciutat Vella of Barcelona. The square takes its name from the Saint Philip Neri Church, which looks over the square.

7

Passeig de Gracia

Get back on the road and drive through the Eixample district, designed by Ildefons Cerdà after 1895 , to expand the city. Pass through Passeig de Gràcia, with its typical Catalan architecture. The avenue is home to the most remarkable façades of modernist buildings, including Gaudi’s La Pedrera, Casa Batlló and Domènech’s Casa Lleó - Morera or Casa Ametller.

8

Basilica de la Sagrada Familia

The life project of a genius or a fool, with no doubts the Sagrada Familia will leave a lifelong impression. Experience a moment full of emotion, admiring Gaudi's masterpiece, considered as the most emblematic landmark of Barcelona. There are no words to describe the feeling one gets when entering this magnificent temple of Modernism. The organic shapes found throughout its structure, the light filtering through its stained glass windows and the symbolic nature of the building’s sculpted façade will certainly be the highlight of your tour.

9

Abadia De Montserrat

Get on the road and head to the mystic mountain of Montserrat. This natural park, with its very peculiar peaks, protects the spiritual essence of Catalonia. For almost 1,000 years, a Benedictine community has lived in these mountains located 60 km away from Barcelona. Visit the Basilica of Montserrat, house of the serene image of the Black Virgin of Montserrat (the famous “Moreneta”), the saint patron of Catalonia, a polychrome Romanesque carving of the 12th century. On the way, listen to interesting stories about Catalonia and its bounding to the holy mountain, scene of pilgrims since ancient times and part of the route to Santiago de Compostela. Your guide will share important information to understand the heritage you will discover during the tour.

10

Montserrat

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.

What's included / not included

Professional local guideHotel Pickup and Drop-offBarcelona Old Town & Montserrat Walking tourEntrance to Montserrat MonasterySmall Group Tour up to 16 people
Food and drinksGratuitiesAdmission fees

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • 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

Good to know

  • Pickup time will be sent via email on the day before your tour
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Passport or valid national ID details are required at the time of booking to purchase tickets. The same ID must be presented on the day of the activity upon entry to Sagrada Familia.

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