Barcelona & Montserrat Excursion Small-Group with Pickup and Drop-Off
by Top Day Tours
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This full-day small-group bus tour in Barcelona lasts about eight hours and includes pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in a new air-conditioned vehicle. The tour starts with a drive around the city to see major landmarks including Montjuïc Castle, where guests can view panoramic scenes of Barcelona and the port. The route continues along Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona’s elegant boulevard featuring Modernist architecture such as Casa Batlló, Casa Amatller, La Pedrera (Casa Milà), and the Block of Discord (La Mansana de la Discòrdia). The tour also passes key spots like Port Olímpic, Plaça d’Espanya, Plaça de Catalunya, and the Olympic Ring (L’Anella Olímpica de Montjuïc). Visitors will stop outside the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia for about 35 minutes to admire Gaudí’s famous church from the exterior. There is an option to purchase skip-the-line tickets to enter the basilica at the end of the tour for an additional cost. The group then travels to Montserrat mountain, approximately an hour from the city, for about two hours. Here, the tour includes admission to the Montserrat National Park and a 30-minute visit to the Benedictine monastery, Abadía de Montserrat, which houses the statue of the Black Madonna (La Moreneta). The monastery features a basilica and offers views of the surrounding mountain landscape. The tour allows guests to bring their luggage along without extra charges and offers drop-off at your hotel, cruise ship, or La Sagrada Familia. Food and drinks are not included. Due to the amount of walking and terrain, this excursion is not recommended for travelers with mobility problems. Luggage can be stored safely in the vehicle during the trip.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Montjuic Castle
This stop provides panoramic views of Barcelona and its port from the hilltop Montjuïc Castle area.
10 min
Passeig de Gracia
Passeig de Gràcia is a prominent boulevard connecting Plaça de Catalunya with the Gràcia district. Known for luxury shops and Modernist buildings, it features landmarks like Casa Batlló and Casa Milà. The wide sidewalks and mosaic paving add to its importance as one of Barcelona’s main avenues.
15 min
Port Olimpic
Port Olímpic is Barcelona’s marina developed for the 1992 Olympics, located between Barceloneta and Nova Icaria beaches. It includes the harbor master’s office and is surrounded by yachts, waterfront restaurants, and a popular promenade for walking and cycling.
15 min
Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
The tour includes a 35-minute stop outside Gaudí’s Sagrada Família basilica, known for its blend of Gothic and Art Nouveau styles and symbolic towers. Entry is not included but skip-the-line tickets can be purchased separately for visiting inside at the end of the tour.
35 min
Casa Batllo
Casa Batlló, redesigned in 1904 by Gaudí, is famous for its colorful mosaic façade, bone-like balconies, and dragon-scale roof. Inside, it features natural light and marine-inspired Modernist details.
5 min
Placa d'Espanya
Plaça d’Espanya is a large square built for the 1929 International Exhibition, marked by twin Venetian Towers and located at Montjuïc’s base. It serves as a transport hub and gateway to the Montjuïc area.
5 min
Casa Amatller
Casa Amatller is a Modernist building designed in 1898 with a stepped gable façade inspired by Flemish Gothic style. Commissioned by the Amatller chocolate family, it contrasts with neighboring Gaudí buildings on Passeig de Gràcia.
5 min
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
The MNAC is located in the Palau Nacional on Montjuïc hill. It houses Romanesque frescoes and a broad collection of Catalan art from Gothic to modern periods. Its terraces offer views over Barcelona.
10 min
La Mansana de la Discordia
This block on Passeig de Gràcia features contrasting façades by leading Modernist architects, earning the name “Block of Discord” for its varied decorative styles.
5 min
La Pedrera - Casa Mila
Casa Milà, known as La Pedrera, is a 1912 Gaudí building with an undulating stone façade and distinctive rooftop chimneys. It includes courtyards with natural light and flowing forms characteristic of Gaudí’s style.
5 min
L'Anella Olimpica de Montjuic
The Olympic Ring on Montjuïc hill includes the Olympic Stadium, Palau Sant Jordi, and open spaces built for the 1992 Games. It hosts sports events, concerts, and offers city views.
5 min
Plaza de Catalunya
Plaça de Catalunya is Barcelona’s central square connecting the old town with the Eixample district. It is surrounded by shops and cafés and serves as a main transport and meeting point.
5 min
Montana de Montserrat
Montserrat is a mountain range about one hour from Barcelona, known for serrated rock formations and panoramic views. The tour includes admission to the National Park, offering natural scenery and hiking opportunities.
120 min
Abadia De Montserrat
Abadía de Montserrat is an 11th-century Benedictine monastery set in the mountains. It houses the Black Madonna statue, features a basilica and a boys’ choir, and offers views over the landscape.
30 min
El Born / La Ribera
El Born is a neighborhood with narrow medieval streets, boutiques, cafés, and nightlife. It includes landmarks like Santa Maria del Mar and blends history with local culture.
40 min
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
Santa Maria del Mar is a 14th-century Catalan Gothic church in El Born, built between 1329 and 1383 by merchants and shipbuilders. It is known for its soaring columns, luminous stained-glass windows, and harmonious interior.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Barcelona & Montserrat Excursion Small-Group with Pickup and Drop-Off
by Top Day Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€278Overview
This full-day small-group bus tour in Barcelona lasts about eight hours and includes pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in a new air-conditioned vehicle. The tour starts with a drive around the city to see major landmarks including Montjuïc Castle, where guests can view panoramic scenes of Barcelona and the port. The route continues along Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona’s elegant boulevard featuring Modernist architecture such as Casa Batlló, Casa Amatller, La Pedrera (Casa Milà), and the Block of Discord (La Mansana de la Discòrdia). The tour also passes key spots like Port Olímpic, Plaça d’Espanya, Plaça de Catalunya, and the Olympic Ring (L’Anella Olímpica de Montjuïc). Visitors will stop outside the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia for about 35 minutes to admire Gaudí’s famous church from the exterior. There is an option to purchase skip-the-line tickets to enter the basilica at the end of the tour for an additional cost. The group then travels to Montserrat mountain, approximately an hour from the city, for about two hours. Here, the tour includes admission to the Montserrat National Park and a 30-minute visit to the Benedictine monastery, Abadía de Montserrat, which houses the statue of the Black Madonna (La Moreneta). The monastery features a basilica and offers views of the surrounding mountain landscape. The tour allows guests to bring their luggage along without extra charges and offers drop-off at your hotel, cruise ship, or La Sagrada Familia. Food and drinks are not included. Due to the amount of walking and terrain, this excursion is not recommended for travelers with mobility problems. Luggage can be stored safely in the vehicle during the trip.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Montjuic Castle
This stop provides panoramic views of Barcelona and its port from the hilltop Montjuïc Castle area.
10 min
Passeig de Gracia
Passeig de Gràcia is a prominent boulevard connecting Plaça de Catalunya with the Gràcia district. Known for luxury shops and Modernist buildings, it features landmarks like Casa Batlló and Casa Milà. The wide sidewalks and mosaic paving add to its importance as one of Barcelona’s main avenues.
15 min
Port Olimpic
Port Olímpic is Barcelona’s marina developed for the 1992 Olympics, located between Barceloneta and Nova Icaria beaches. It includes the harbor master’s office and is surrounded by yachts, waterfront restaurants, and a popular promenade for walking and cycling.
15 min
Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
The tour includes a 35-minute stop outside Gaudí’s Sagrada Família basilica, known for its blend of Gothic and Art Nouveau styles and symbolic towers. Entry is not included but skip-the-line tickets can be purchased separately for visiting inside at the end of the tour.
35 min
Casa Batllo
Casa Batlló, redesigned in 1904 by Gaudí, is famous for its colorful mosaic façade, bone-like balconies, and dragon-scale roof. Inside, it features natural light and marine-inspired Modernist details.
5 min
Placa d'Espanya
Plaça d’Espanya is a large square built for the 1929 International Exhibition, marked by twin Venetian Towers and located at Montjuïc’s base. It serves as a transport hub and gateway to the Montjuïc area.
5 min
Casa Amatller
Casa Amatller is a Modernist building designed in 1898 with a stepped gable façade inspired by Flemish Gothic style. Commissioned by the Amatller chocolate family, it contrasts with neighboring Gaudí buildings on Passeig de Gràcia.
5 min
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
The MNAC is located in the Palau Nacional on Montjuïc hill. It houses Romanesque frescoes and a broad collection of Catalan art from Gothic to modern periods. Its terraces offer views over Barcelona.
10 min
La Mansana de la Discordia
This block on Passeig de Gràcia features contrasting façades by leading Modernist architects, earning the name “Block of Discord” for its varied decorative styles.
5 min
La Pedrera - Casa Mila
Casa Milà, known as La Pedrera, is a 1912 Gaudí building with an undulating stone façade and distinctive rooftop chimneys. It includes courtyards with natural light and flowing forms characteristic of Gaudí’s style.
5 min
L'Anella Olimpica de Montjuic
The Olympic Ring on Montjuïc hill includes the Olympic Stadium, Palau Sant Jordi, and open spaces built for the 1992 Games. It hosts sports events, concerts, and offers city views.
5 min
Plaza de Catalunya
Plaça de Catalunya is Barcelona’s central square connecting the old town with the Eixample district. It is surrounded by shops and cafés and serves as a main transport and meeting point.
5 min
Montana de Montserrat
Montserrat is a mountain range about one hour from Barcelona, known for serrated rock formations and panoramic views. The tour includes admission to the National Park, offering natural scenery and hiking opportunities.
120 min
Abadia De Montserrat
Abadía de Montserrat is an 11th-century Benedictine monastery set in the mountains. It houses the Black Madonna statue, features a basilica and a boys’ choir, and offers views over the landscape.
30 min
El Born / La Ribera
El Born is a neighborhood with narrow medieval streets, boutiques, cafés, and nightlife. It includes landmarks like Santa Maria del Mar and blends history with local culture.
40 min
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
Santa Maria del Mar is a 14th-century Catalan Gothic church in El Born, built between 1329 and 1383 by merchants and shipbuilders. It is known for its soaring columns, luminous stained-glass windows, and harmonious interior.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.