Montserrat Experience

About this experience

The Montserrat Experience is an attraction set in the mountain of Montserrat, roughly 50 kilometres northwest of Barcelona, combining entry to multiple sites across this distinctive serrated-peak massif that has served as a centre of Catalan identity and Benedictine monastic life since the eleventh century. The package covers the open-air museum, the Montserrat Museum, and an audiovisual space presenting the history of the mountain and its cultural significance through a new AV presentation. An audio guide is included throughout. Visitors gain access to the basilica and to La Moreneta, the revered Romanesque statue of the Virgin of Montserrat housed within it, which has drawn pilgrims and travellers to the site for centuries. The Montserrat Museum holds a collection spanning Catalan painting, archaeological finds, and decorative arts. Tickets cover all listed entry points as a single package, with the starting point at Muntanya de Montserrat. Transport to and from the mountain and food and drinks are not included. The experience has no wheelchair access, and bookings are non-refundable. For broader trip planning, see things to do in Barcelona.

Highlights

• Explore Montserrat mountain, 50 km northwest of Barcelona
• Entry to the open-air museum and Montserrat Museum included
• Audiovisual presentation covers the mountain's full cultural history
• Visit the basilica and see La Moreneta on site
• Audio guide included throughout your visit
• Benedictine monastic site active since the eleventh century

What is included

• Entry to the open-air museum
• Entry to the Montserrat Museum
• Entry to the audiovisual space
• Access to La Moreneta
• Access to the basilica
• Audio guide

Not included

• Transport
• Food and drinks

Before you go

Arrival and timing Montserrat is a large mountain site with several distinct areas to explore, so plan to spend a good few hours here. Arrive at the starting point with time to get your bearings before heading into the various spaces included with your ticket. The mountain can be busy, particularly around the basilica and the access point for La Moreneta, so visiting earlier in the day generally means shorter queues. Getting around the site Your ticket covers the open-air museum, the Montserrat Museum, the audiovisual space, the basilica, and access to La Moreneta, along with an audio guide. Each area is a separate stop on the mountain, so expect to walk between them across uneven, sloping terrain. Wear comfortable, sturdy footwear. Food and drinks are not included, but facilities are available on site. During your visit The basilica is an active place of worship, so dress modestly and keep noise to a minimum inside. Photography policies may vary between spaces, particularly in the audiovisual area and around La Moreneta, so follow any guidance displayed on the day. Switch your phone to silent before entering the basilica and any enclosed exhibition areas.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.