Montserrat Trip & Rack Railway Train, Barcelona

A very comprehensive visit to Montserrat, with very interesting commentary from Sandra. On the way back, the coach broke...

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Set off on a journey to Montserrat from Barcelona. When you get to the bottom of the holy mountain, take a traditional rack railway train ride to Montserrat Abbey, one of Spain’s most important religious sites.

Details

Duration

7 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Admission tickets
Rack railway in Montserrat
Liquor tasting
Admission to the Choir and a video mapping experience (depending on the selected option)

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Accessible only for folding chairs.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

9.0

Exceptional 20,084 Travelers·1,596 reviews

September 19, 2026
Anónimo
Colombia
José C. was an excellent guide, and Mr. Libert was a very good driver. Time is very tight. Keep in mind that you have to have lunch there and wait in ...
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September 16, 2026
Pablo
Sevilla, Spain
A very comprehensive visit to Montserrat, with very interesting commentary from Sandra. On the way back, the coach broke down, but thanks to the skill...
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September 13, 2026
Paulina
Colombia
Lorena was a wonderful guide. Absolutely lovely and kind. Beyond her knowledge of the history of the place, she guided us and gave excellent recommend...
Traveling solo
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June 23, 2026
Belen
Toledo, Spain
A trip to Montserrat by rack railway and a performance by the Escolanía choir. We really enjoyed it; it was very well organized, everything was schedu...
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June 16, 2026
Nancy Comini
Santa Fe, Argentina
I went with my husband, and we loved the place; it was truly beautiful. Julia, Gen, and the driver, Jonathan, were all excellent, attentive, and willi...
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June 10, 2026
Anonymous
Durham, United States
Wonderful experience. Our World Class Wedding Venues, Say "I Do" worldwide - wedding team had an amazing time at Monterrat. Our tour guide, Carlos, wa...
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May 21, 2026
Maria Nuria
Barcelona, Spain
A visit to Montserrat with two friends, one from Valencia and the other from Mexico City. The trip was enjoyable, despite the crowds, which are typica...
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April 15, 2026
Celestino
Pamplona, Spain
It was a beautiful day. The departure from Barcelona, with commentary on everything we saw, was perfect, as were the comments during the climb to Mont...
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April 14, 2026
Glenda Arce Araya
Costa Rica
The place was spectacular... but I did find the tour a bit short... there wasn't much free time... the headphones weren't very helpful... the sound wa...
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April 11, 2026
Gonzalo
Madrid, Spain
Very good afternoon in Montserrat. Sara, the guide, was super pleasant, made the visit very enjoyable, and always answered with a smile. I also tend t...
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Montserrat Half-Day Trip & Rack Railway Train Ride

Leaving Barcelona by bus, we'll head further inland and, after about an hour's journey, we'll take the famous Montserrat rack railway train. During the 15-minute ride uphill to a height of almost 2,000 ft (600 m), you'll look out at stunning scenery.

After admiring some incredible views, we'll arrive at the Montserrat Sanctuary. This place is well-known for its rocky surroundings and is considered a place of worship due to the miraculous apparition of the Virgin Mary in one of the mountain's caves.

In Montserrat, meaning "mountain saw" in Catalan, we'll visit the Basilica, which houses the beautiful twelfth-century ‘Virgen Moreneta’, Catalonia’s patron saint. For centuries, this temple was one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites.

After exploring the basilica's interior, we'll give you some free time so that you can taste typical liquors from Montserrat. This tour also includes free admission to Montserrat’s Espai Audiovisual Museum, which you'll also be able to visit during your free time if you wish.

We'll then return to the starting point in Barcelona and finish the tour.

Visit to the Montserrat Boys’ Choir

If you choose this option, you’ll round out the experience with admission to the Montserrat Boys’ Choir at the Basilica of Montserrat, where you’ll enjoy a performance by one of Europe’s oldest boys’ choirs.

Additionally, to commemorate the Millennium of Montserrat, you’ll enjoy a video mapping experience where, through art, imagery, light, and music, you’ll rediscover the faith and culture of Montserrat from a new perspective.

Please note: this option is only available during the school year. During the summer months, as well as during periods when the choir is on tour, access to the choir will not be possible.

What to see in Montserrat?

During your free time, you can visit the most iconic sites in Montserrat and the surrounding area:

The Black Madonna, inside the Royal Basilica of Montserrat
The Stairway of Understanding
The Montserrat Museum
The Sant Joan Funicular
The Montserrat Viewpoint
Santa Cova
The Chapel of Santa Ana.

Itinerary Adjustments

Please be aware that, although we'll visit all the places mentioned, the order may change.

9.0

Exceptional 20,084 Travelers·1,596 reviews

September 19, 2026
Anónimo
Colombia
José C. was an excellent guide, and Mr. Libert was a very good driver. Time is very tight. Keep in mind that you have to have lunch there and wait in ...
With friends
Is this useful?
September 16, 2026
Pablo
Sevilla, Spain
A very comprehensive visit to Montserrat, with very interesting commentary from Sandra. On the way back, the coach broke down, but thanks to the skill...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 13, 2026
Paulina
Colombia
Lorena was a wonderful guide. Absolutely lovely and kind. Beyond her knowledge of the history of the place, she guided us and gave excellent recommend...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
June 23, 2026
Belen
Toledo, Spain
A trip to Montserrat by rack railway and a performance by the Escolanía choir. We really enjoyed it; it was very well organized, everything was schedu...
As a couple
Is this useful?
June 16, 2026
Nancy Comini
Santa Fe, Argentina
I went with my husband, and we loved the place; it was truly beautiful. Julia, Gen, and the driver, Jonathan, were all excellent, attentive, and willi...
As a couple
Is this useful?
June 10, 2026
Anonymous
Durham, United States
Wonderful experience. Our World Class Wedding Venues, Say "I Do" worldwide - wedding team had an amazing time at Monterrat. Our tour guide, Carlos, wa...
With friends
Is this useful?
May 21, 2026
Maria Nuria
Barcelona, Spain
A visit to Montserrat with two friends, one from Valencia and the other from Mexico City. The trip was enjoyable, despite the crowds, which are typica...
With friends
Is this useful?
April 15, 2026
Celestino
Pamplona, Spain
It was a beautiful day. The departure from Barcelona, with commentary on everything we saw, was perfect, as were the comments during the climb to Mont...
As a couple
Is this useful?
April 14, 2026
Glenda Arce Araya
Costa Rica
The place was spectacular... but I did find the tour a bit short... there wasn't much free time... the headphones weren't very helpful... the sound wa...
Is this useful?
April 11, 2026
Gonzalo
Madrid, Spain
Very good afternoon in Montserrat. Sara, the guide, was super pleasant, made the visit very enjoyable, and always answered with a smile. I also tend t...
As a couple
Is this useful?

Show all reviews

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Montserrat Half-Day Trip & Rack Railway Train Ride

We'll then return to the starting point in Barcelona and finish the tour.

Visit to the Montserrat Boys’ Choir

Please note: this option is only available during the school year. During the summer months, as well as during periods when the choir is on tour, access to the choir will not be possible.

What to see in Montserrat?

During your free time, you can visit the most iconic sites in Montserrat and the surrounding area:

The Black Madonna, inside the Royal Basilica of Montserrat
The Stairway of Understanding
The Montserrat Museum
The Sant Joan Funicular
The Montserrat Viewpoint
Santa Cova
The Chapel of Santa Ana.

Itinerary Adjustments

Please be aware that, although we'll visit all the places mentioned, the order may change.

Montserrat Trip & Rack Railway Train