Montserrat Guided Tour with Flamenco Show
It surprises that, just one hour away from such a vibrant and hectic city, this gorgeous site offers rugged nature, stunning mountain views and a peaceful atmosphere, providing a fascinating experience of contrasts, as we get captured by its beauty. Although known as a mystical, spiritual place, Montserrat has plenty more to offer.
On our half day tour departing from the center of Barcelona, we make the most of our time by starting a little earlier than the other visitors: we timed the tour to offer you a seamless experience and to allow you to arrive before most other visitors. This precious time advantage allows you to enjoy a better experience and avoid the daily queues that form in front of the Benedictine Monastery and of the world famous Black Madonna statue.
Your transfer in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus will only last about one hour and during this time your guide will tell you all about the history about this fascinating site.
The sight of the surrounding nature is absolutely breathtaking; take it all in as you do a brief orientation tour on arrival, and as your guide takes you to the Monastery.Wonder at the majesty of the Basilica with its Gothic architecture.
See the famous Black Madonna, believed by some to have been carved in Jerusalem in the late 12th Century. This Romanesque statue, entirely made of wood, is linked to a mysterious legend, according to which the Benedictine monks could not move the statue to build the monastery and were therefore forced to build around it, which made it soon become a pilgrimage site.
During your free time, you can take an optional cable car ride among the stunning scenery and the bizarre rock formation, to better appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the area. Or perhaps you would like to spend some time learning more about the history of the site, visiting the interactive exhibition. If you are into art, there is even a museum of contemporary art, hosting masterpieces of artists such as Manet, Picasso and Dalì.
Save a bit of time to savour the local specialties: from the herbal liquors to the local cheese and honey, these remote mountains produce a variety of excellent, genuine products you should definitely sample before heading back to the hustle and bustle of Barcelona!
In the evening, once you're back in Barcelona, make your day truly unforgettable with tickets to an authentic Flamenco Show. We have carefully selected the venue to provide you with a memorable experience: incredibly talented flamenco performers on an exceptional stage, inside a majestic Gothic Palace. Enjoy a complimentary drink while you soak in the charming and intimate atmosphere and tap your feet to the music and dance - a truly unique show that never fails to captivate!
- Return transportation in air-conditioned bus from Barcelona to Montserrat
- Ticket to authentic one-hour Flamenco Show (one drink is also included)
- Expert, English-speaking tour guide
- Small groups of 25 people
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
- Food/Beverages (when not mentioned)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not for anyone with impairments requiring special assistance.
- Also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours
- It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
- Entrance into the Montserrat Monastery requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women
- Please note that we do not include a guided service for the evening part of the tour (Flamenco show). You will therefore have to make your way to the venue independently and show your voucher in order to enter the venue. The ticket also includes one drink of your choice.
- Flamenco Show will start at 7.30pm. Please make your way to the venue approximately 30 minutes before the show is due to start and show your voucher at the entrance
