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Montserrat Monastery and Sagrada Familia Barcelona Tour

Barcelona

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Overview

On this tour, explore two of Barcelona’s highly-renowned attractions – the abbey of Montserrat Monastery and Antoni Gaudi’s spectacular Sagrada Familia.

Highlights

  • Enjoy this guided tour to the spiritual and historical abbey of Montserrat and the world-famous unfinished basilica, Sagrada Familia.
  • Marvel at the picturesque scenery from the mountain top of the monastery. The Montserrat abbey is known for its centuries of cultural heritage, art, and architecture.
  • Visit the interior of the Sagrada Familia and view in detail the artwork and symbolism of the basilica designed by Antoni Gaudi. -
  • Along with well-planned travel to and from the monastery back to Barcelona and entrance tickets, savor local liquors in a tasting session.

Inclusions

  • Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from the meeting point to Montserrat
  • Expert bilingual tour guide
  • Entry to the Basilica of Montserrat and the Throne of the Virgin of Montserrat
  • Access to the Montserrat Audiovisual Room
  • Admission to the Sagrada Familia
  • Local liquor tasting session

Exclusions

  • Hotel transfers
  • Meal inclusions

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Explore two remarkable landmarks of the city of Barcelona in this guided day tour. You’ll journey to Montserrat Monastery – situated in the nearby mountains of Catalonia – and discover the beauty of the Sagrada Familia.

Montserrat Monastery

Departing from Barcelona to Montserrat Monastery, prepare to marvel at the history and culture of this abbey. The Montserrat community is formed of around 80 monks who live according to the Rule of Saint Benedict. You’ll learn about the monastery’s combined Gothic and Renaissance styles of architecture as well as admire paintings by notable artists like Morales, Caravaggio, El Greco – to name a few. Discover the beautiful atrium, the sacristy, and appreciate the talents of singers, composers, and teachers through an explanatory audiovisual that shows the choir line. Break for lunch when you return to Barcelona before heading to the Sagrada Familia.

Sagrada Familia

The basilica of Sagrada Familia is known all over the world for its unfinished architecture, unique and expansive design, and rich features. Designed by Antoni Gaudi – who worked on this landmark cathedral until his death – this famous landmark will enthral you with its story and presence. Acquire essential knowledge from your guide about the symbolism behind Sagrada Familia as an expression of Christian ideology through its stone construction. A key piece of artwork is the Family of Nazareth represented as a model of a united Christian family.

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