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Best of Barcelona and Montserrat - pickup from your hotel/ship

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Barcelona, Spain

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

This is the ultimate full day tour! See all the highlights of Barcelona and venture out of the city to the popular national park of Montserrat in a small-group of 2-12 participants only.

Pickup is included directly from your hotel or the cruise ship. Bring your luggage with you if you want to be dropped off somewhere else at the end of the tour.

Enjoy impressive views from the top of Montserrat and see the stunning Basilica. Choose to skip-the-line inside with your timed ticket in hand. Visit the incredible Antoni Gaudi's highlights in Barcelona, including the Sagrada Familia. If you wish, you can finish your tour here and receive your pre-ordered skip-the-line tickets to continue inside this impressive church with your audio guided tour. Alternatively, explore this masterpiece from the outside and we will drop you off back to your hotel, the cruise port, or the airport. This tour offers all the highlights in one day and it is not to be missed!

What's Included

  • Bring your luggage if needed (no extra charges)
  • Drive up Montserrat Mountain with drop-off at the site entrance (no need to even partially walk up)
  • Pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in a new and air-conditioned vehicle
  • Food/drinks
  • Optional only - skip-the-line tickets - email Operator after booking if wanted only
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*** Pickup from ALL accessible Barcelona hotels and Cruise Port- Pickup from Cruise Port: 8:30 AM - Pickup from Hotels: 8:00-9:00 AM Exact pickup time from your hotel will be provided one day before the tour.*** Luggage can be stored in the vehicle during the tour if needed - please let us know in advance if wanted

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Montjuïc Castle

Enjoy panoramic views over the city of Barcelona
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica de la Sagrada Familia

Barcelona’s most iconic landmark, designed by Antoni Gaudí. Enjoy a panoramic visit to one of the most remarkable architectural works in the world, and if you wish to visit inside at the end of the tour, order skip-the-line tickets for your audio-guided visit at the end of the tour. Contact us after booking to pre-book your admission if wanted (most people are happy with a panoramic visit only).
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Port Olimpic

See the beautiful Marina and Barcelona's trendy beach
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa Batllo

Casa Batlló is one of Antoni Gaudí’s most imaginative creations on Passeig de Gràcia. Redesigned in 1904, the building is famous for its colorful mosaic façade, bone-like balconies, and a roof shaped like a dragon’s back. Inside, flowing lines, natural light, and marine-inspired details showcase Gaudí’s distinctive Modernist style.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Placa d'Espanya

Plaça d’Espanya is one of Barcelona’s largest and most important squares, built for the 1929 International Exhibition. It is marked by the twin Venetian Towers and sits at the foot of Montjuïc, near the Magic Fountain and the former bullring, now the Arenas shopping center. The square serves as a major transport hub and a grand gateway to the Montjuïc area.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa Amatller

Casa Amatller is a prominent Modernist building on Passeig de Gràcia, designed in 1898 by architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch. Its distinctive stepped gable façade, inspired by Flemish Gothic architecture, contrasts with Gaudí’s neighboring Casa Batlló. Rich decorative details and sculpted stonework reflect the wealth and taste of the Amatller chocolate-making family who commissioned it.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is housed in the grand Palau Nacional on Montjuïc hill. The museum is renowned for its outstanding collection of Romanesque frescoes, as well as Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and modern Catalan art. Its elevated position also offers panoramic views over Barcelona from the terraces.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Manzana de la Discordia

La Mansana (Illa) de la Discòrdia, meaning “Block of Discord,” refers to a famous stretch of Passeig de Gràcia where leading Modernist architects competed through bold designs. The contrasting façades and decorative styles earned the block its nickname, making it one of Barcelona’s most striking showcases of Catalan Modernisme.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

L'Anella Olimpica de Montjuic

L’Anella Olímpica de Montjuïc is the main Olympic complex built for the 1992 Barcelona Games. Located on Montjuïc hill, it includes the Olympic Stadium (Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys), Palau Sant Jordi, and surrounding open spaces. Today, it hosts major sporting events, concerts, and public gatherings, offering wide views over the city.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa Mila - La Pedrera

La Pedrera, officially known as Casa Milà, is one of Antoni Gaudí’s most iconic Modernist buildings on Passeig de Gràcia. Completed in 1912, it is famous for its undulating stone façade and surreal rooftop chimneys. The innovative structure, natural light-filled courtyards, and flowing forms reflect Gaudí’s distinctive architectural vision.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de Catalunya

Plaça de Catalunya is Barcelona’s central square and main meeting point, linking the historic old town with the modern Eixample district. Surrounded by shops, cafés, and major avenues such as La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia, it serves as a key transport hub and a lively gateway to the city.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Montana de Montserrat

Visit the national park of Montserrat – admission entry included in the price. Montserrat is a dramatic mountain range about one hour from Barcelona, known for its unique serrated rock formations and panoramic views. It is home to the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, which houses the revered Black Madonna (La Moreneta), Catalonia’s patron saint. The area combines natural beauty, spiritual significance, and excellent hiking opportunities.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Abadia de Montserrat

Abadía de Montserrat is a Benedictine monastery founded in the 11th century, dramatically set within the Montserrat mountains. It is one of Catalonia’s most important spiritual sites and home to the revered Black Madonna (La Moreneta). The abbey also features a basilica, and sweeping views over the surrounding landscape.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Passeig de Gracia

See this famous Boulevard which shops and Gaudi's architecture
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Born / La Ribera

One of Barcelona’s most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for its narrow medieval streets, boutique shops, lively cafés, and vibrant nightlife. Blending history and creativity, it is home to landmarks such as Santa Maria del Mar and offers a mix of local culture, artisan stores, and a relaxed yet trendy vibe
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

Stunning 14th-century Catalan Gothic church built by the city’s merchants and shipbuilders. It is known for its pure architectural lines, soaring columns, and luminous stained-glass windows
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museu Picasso

A panoramic outside visit to the Museu Picasso highlights the elegant Gothic palaces that house the museum in the heart of El Born. From the street, you can admire the medieval façades, stone archways, and quiet courtyards that reflect Barcelona’s historic character.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Barcelona and Montserrat – pickup from your hotel/ship?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Bring your luggage if needed (no extra charges)
  • Drive up Montserrat Mountain with drop-off at the site entrance (no need to even partially walk up)
  • Pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in a new and air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fee to Montserrat National Park
  • Drop off to your hotel, cruise ship, or La Sagrada Familia
  • Food/drinks
  • Optional only - skip-the-line tickets - email Operator after booking if wanted only

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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