Take a half-day trip from Barcelona to the sacred Montserrat Monastery with round-trip transportation, guided access to the Black Madonna, and the option to ride the cogwheel train for a scenic mountain ascent.

Getting started

Arrive at the Estación de Francia station in Barcelona, where your tickets will be validated. You’ll then be chauffeured in a comfy air-conditioned coach to the monastery.

What to expect

Montserrat Monastery

Set atop a rugged mountain range, the Montserrat Monastery is a spiritual icon known for its Black Madonna statue, dramatic views amidst the needle-like rocks, and its Gothic and Renaissance architecture.

Features

• Black Madonna: View the 12th-century statue of La Moreneta—Catalonia’s patron saint and the treasure that sparked the monastery’s construction on the site.

• Basilica of Montserrat: The beating heart of the monastery, the basilica is home to the Black Madonna. You get to walk on its ancient marble floors and admire the frescoes and sculptures that adorn it.

• Guided tour: Your English or Spanish-speaking guide will offer fascinating insights into the monastery’s history, its architecture, and its cultural and religious significance.