Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance
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Is Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance worth booking?
Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance is a 6.3-hour experience in Barcelona, Spain, from $80 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 112 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (112)
- Duration
- 6.3 hours
- From
- $80 per person
This tour by Catalunya Bus Turístic offers a rich and immersive experience of Montserrat, combining history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. It starts with a scenic ride on the rack railway, allowing visitors to ta
What you get
About this experience
This tour by Catalunya Bus Turístic offers a rich and immersive experience of Montserrat, combining history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. It starts with a scenic ride on the rack railway, allowing visitors to take in the stunning views of Catalonia’s mountainous landscape. A guided tour that provides fascinating insights into Montserrat’s history and spiritual significance. Visitors gain access to the Basilica, where they can admire its impressive architecture and atmosphere. A special highlight is the opportunity to see ‘La Moreneta,’ the revered Black Madonna statueand the visit to the Montserrat Museum. Another unique aspect of the tour is a live performance by the world-renowned Escolania de Montserrat boys' choir offering an unforgettable cultural experience (except on weekends, when museum access is included instead). The tour ensures a seamless and enriching visit with all tickets included. Do not miss it!
What's included
Included
- Abadia de Montserrat Ticket
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Rack Railway ticket
- Visit of the Museum of Montserrat
- The Choir of Montserrat ( not included at weekends and from June 25 to August 28)
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Monistrol de Montserrat
The Montserrat rack railway covers the five kilometers between Monistrol de Montserrat and Montserrat. It is a route that takes you to the top of Catalonia’s most emblematic mountain, which is visible from all angles thanks to the panoramic view offered by the train’s large windows. Its history dates back to 1891, when Joaquim Carrera, an engineer who was passionate about Montserrat and Swiss mountain trains, convinced an entrepreneur to build a train between the recently-opened Monistrol de Montserrat station and the monastery.
20 minutes here
Montserrat
Montserrat Natural Park is a natural space dominated by the characteristic silhouette of its eponymous mountain, a rocky massif of sandstone and extremely hard calcareous cement that over millions of years has adopted its peculiar and recognisable form. The Holy Cave, the Sant Joan and Sant Miquel chapels, and above all, Montserrat Abbey, make this place, which is just a short distance from Barcelona, an unmissable destination. Montserrat is nicknamed the ‘magic mountain’ due to the numerous legends it has generated. The first of them is the discovery of the wooden statue of the Virgin Mary, which is reputed to have been found in the so-called Santa Cova or Holy Cave in 880. Another legend tells of a woodcutter who made a pact with the Devil to receive a fast horse to carry his wood.
120 minutes here
Abadia De Montserrat
The legend, of which there is written testimony from 1239, says that one afternoon in the year 880 some shepherds received a visit from the Virgin Mary in the form of light and music. The vision was repeated several times and it was then when the first image of the Mother of God was found in a cave in the mountain. Even though the mountain had already been home to a number of chapels inhabited by hermits since the 9th century, it was not until 1025 that Abbot Oliba founded Montserrat Abbey and it became a pilgrimage destination. Now the monastery is inhabited by some eighty Benedictine monks who worship a Black Madonna popularly known as ‘La Moreneta’ (the little dark one), a 12th-century statue of Our Lady of Montserrat, the patron saint of Catalonia. The Virgin Mary is holding an orb, signifying the cosmos, in her right hand, while her left hand rests on the back of the Infant Jesus to indicate that the omnipotent king is her son.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Escolania de Montserrat
The Escolania de Montserrat is one of Europe’s oldest and most renowned choirs. Its choristers, boys aged 7 to 13 who receive full musical training and schooling, perform concerts all around the world and participate in the abbey’s liturgical rites. Hearing them is a privilege and a true pleasure for the ears. According to the abbey’s records the choir dates back to the 14th century when a religious and musical school for boys was founded. In 1474, the boys had the honour of singing for King Ferdinand the Catholic during his visit to Barcelona, and since then they have performed for leading figures the world over and everyone who wants to hear them. The Escolania choir sings several times a day and performs pieces like "Virolai", a hymn in honour of the Virgin Mary composed by Mossèn Jacint Verdaguer in 1880; Salves and polyphonic motets. NOTE: During the summer, the Escolania de Montserrat does not perform between 25 June and 27 August(both dates inclusive), school holiday period.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Barcelona
You need to get into the "Estació del Nord" bus station and look for platform no. 28. It is recommended to check the information screens upon arrival at the station. The bus will be branded with our logo and brand name: Catalunya Bus Turístic. The guide will be waiting for in front of the bus.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
You need to get into the "Estació del Nord" bus station and look for platform no. 28. It is recommended to check the information screens upon arrival at the station. The bus will be branded with our logo and brand name: Catalunya Bus Turístic. The guide will be waiting for in front of the bus.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Turisme de Barcelona
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is included on the total tour duration
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 112 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
112 verified traveler reviews for Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very very poor
When I bought the Montserrat tickets, you said the choir would be performing; you sell tickets by lying to customers—the choir is on break from June to September, and that’s how you make money, by deceiving people. This is the first time I’ve bought through Viator, but it’s also the last; you are shameless
via Viator
Don’t miss this trip!
Absolutely fantastic day trip. Our guide was exceptional in knowledge, amount of sharing, and genuine friendliness. Only problem is we thought we booked the inclusion of a boys choir concert but they are in school holiday…
via Viator
Misleading and basic tour
This tour is very misleading. I booked with the sole purpose of experiencing the Children’s choir. But the children aren’t doing performances during the summer months. This page does not say anything about no summer performances, it only specifies unavailability on the weekends. How is a foreigner supposed to know when the choir schedule is? If a tour is being offered, I assume it is because it is available. Aside from acknowledging the wording is misleading, Catalunya Bus Turistic did not do anything to make this right. They told me they have tried to contact Viator to update choir availability specifications but Viator won’t do it. Not sure I believe that. I believe I had a valid reason to be refunded but was denied by both Viator and the Catalunya Bus Turistic company. The tour itself was fine but very basic. I felt the tour guide had a very surface level of information. I have already been to Montserrat with a different tour company and enjoyed the experience much more then. In this tour…They will get you from point A to B, you get to see monastery and basilica, etc. But the first tour I did with a different company, the tour guides included so many more details and interesting pieces of information.
via Viator
Loved Our Day at Montserrat with Our Tour Guide Mark!
Wow, what a holy place. We felt filled with emotion when we went into the church sitting watching a choir practice. The choir’s voices were beautiful and sounded throughout the basilica. Our guide Mark was so knowledgeable about Montserrat and Barcelona. He also invited us to ask about other parts of Spain and Europe we may be interested in. It was apparent that he loves what he’s doing! Thank you Mark! Thank you Francisco for getting us safely everywhere!
via Viator
Tour left early company blamed us for not arriving on time
I'll start by saying that my family and I have booked many Viator trips in the past without incident. However the trip we booked to Monserrat was a disaster. We booked a 9 a.m. trip, we typically arrive early to eeach tour we book, however there have been times where we were a few minutes late and never had an issue. That said this was not one of those times. We arrived via taxi by about 8:45 or 8:50 a.m. at the latest and proceeded to the designated stall to find no bus, just two cones. We looked around for a couple of minutes to see if the bus we were supposed to take was at a different stall. No luck so we went inside the depot to ask an agent if they knew where the bus may be. No one knew so at this point we called the contact number for the company. We were informed that the bus had left (mind you we are a family of four spending over $300 for this tour and did not receive a call or text asking where we were). He then asks us why we were calling for the first time at 9:05. We explained we were looking for the bus, no one at the depot could help and we called as soon as we realized that there was a problem. The agent we talked to from the tour company (not viatour) told us we were supposed to be at the bus 20 minutes prior to departure (this was nowhere to be found on the confirmation email, regardless we were still at least 10 minutes early). He did offer to reschedule to the next day. Unfortunately we had other tours lined up for the rest of our time in Barcelona and asked for a refund. We were denied and were told because we called after the departure time they would not refund even partially. We planned to call viatour after we got back to our hotel later that day. We talked to an agent and explained what happened and were put on hold while they spoke to the tour operator. When the viatpur representative came back on the line we were told that the tour operator received a phone call from us stating that we were running 10 minutes late and they told us they had to leave. This was either a complete fabrication or they were confusing our fsmily with someone else becasue a. We never called saying we were running late (as we were at least 10 minutes early) and b. That morning they had questioned us as to why we called at 9:05 for the first time. So which was it? We called early or late?? We asked Viatour if they would provide the exact time the bus departed and they could not or would not tell us. We asked Viatour for a refund but had to upload documents proving we were early (we took a cab and paid cash with no receipt or time stamp) and subsequently received an email denying even a partial refund. Again the fact that the tour would depart without four guests and not reach out via phone or text boggles my mind. We know for a fact that the bus left early and we could not ve more dissapointed that even a partial refund was not issued. If I could give this 0 stars I would
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 39
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
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Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Barcelona.
How much does Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance cost?
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Prices start at $80 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Barcelona usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance take?
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Plan for about 6.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Barcelona is not rushed.
Is Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 112 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Barcelona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance?
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Around 39 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Barcelona can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Barcelona and add a light layer if any part of the 6.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Montserrat Complete Guided Tour & The Boys Choir's Performance start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Barcelona within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Barcelona?
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Barcelona's Gaudí sites are capacity-limited and the official timed tickets go first, so most of the market is resellers with a guide attached. We weight those heavily on whether the guide is an architecture specialist. Beyond Gaudí, the tapas crawls in Gràcia and the Montserrat day trips carry the highest rankings in the city. On Outty we rank every Barcelona experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Gràcia Tapas and Vermouth Crawl, Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona, Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & lunch Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
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May, June, September and October. Sagrada Família light is best mid-morning. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Barcelona?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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