Barcelona Combo: Highlights Barcelona and Montserrat Sightseeing Tour

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Stop At: Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), Mediterranean Seafront to Ronda de Sant Pere, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona Spain

The first part of the visit consists in a guided walking tour through the small and narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, the oldest part of the city. During this early visit we will see Las Ramblas, the Cathedral Square, The Cathedral, the Old Jewish Quarter, among other interesting places. You will be given of some free time to visit the Cathedral by yourself.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona Spain

We will take our bus to start with a panoramic tour around the rest of the city. We will pass through the elegant Passeig de Gràcia Street, where there are located two of the most important Gaudi’s buildings (Casa Batlló and Casa Milà “la Pedrera”),

Stop At: Port Olimpic, Edifici Capitania, S/N, Barcelona Spain

We will go through the Triumph Arc to end up at the Olympic Village and the Olympic Port built in 1992 for the athletes who were to participate in the Olympic Games.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Estadi Olimpic, Passeig Olimpic, 15-17, 08038 Barcelona Spain

It was the main scenery of the Olympic Games in the 1992.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Teleferic de Montjuic, Av. Miramar, 30, 08038 Barcelona Spain

We will have the opportunity to enjoy the panoramic views of the city.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Montjuic Castle, Carretera de Montjuic, 66, 08038 Barcelona Spain

Its origins date back to 1640, being the oldest fortress in the city. During the centuries has been a watcher tower, dungeon, execution center and, above all, an ideal viewpoint to know what’s going on from a bird’s eye-view. Today, it is an incomparable landscape to enjoy a 360º panoramic picture of Barcelona and being part of the numerous social, civil and cultural events taking place here. Take a trip to Barcelona's hectic past and enjoy the most privileged views of the city.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Abadia de Montserrat, Carretera BP-1121 S/N, 08199 Montserrat Spain

Montserrat is a rocky mountain located 50 km to the southwest of Barcelona. It is considered the most significant and important mountain of Catalonia. The etymology of Montserrat comes from Catalan Mont (mountain) and serrat (serrated). The mountain receives its name for its peculiar morphology. In 1987 Montserrat was declared a Natural Park to ensure its conservation. The highest peak is called Sant Jeroni (Saint Jerome) and stands at 1,236 meters above sea level.

During the first part of the tour you will enjoy an introduction to the history of the monastery. Once the guided tour has ended, you will have free time to enjoy de fabulous land scape by yourself, to visit the local food market, to visit de audiovisual exhibition and to taste some typical liqueurs.

Duration: 5 hours

Included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bilingual local guide
  • Montserrat cog-wheel train ride
  • Liquor sample at Montserrat
  • Radio guide system.
  • Entrance fee to the Montjuïc Castle.
  • Montjuïc cable car ride.
  • Entrance to the audio visual “Espai Audio visual Montserrat” exhibition in Montserrat.
  • Entrance fee to The Cathedral.
  • Entry/Admission - Teleferic de Montjuic
  • Entry/Admission - Montjuic Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Abadia de Montserrat
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please be aware that some walking is included during this tour, please be ready and wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
  • Infants travel free provided they do not occupy a seat.
  • You have approximately 1 hour and 15 min of free time for lunch (from April to October) and 30 min (from November to March) between both parts of the excursions. Lunch not included.
  • From the end of January to the beginning of March (dates to be confirmed) the cable car doesn't work due to maintenance tasks, this service will be replaced by a tapas tasting at the Spanish Village.
  • Proper dress code is requested to enter the Basilica at Montserrat. It is not permitted to enter with tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts or flip flops.
  • At Montserrat there is a mountains climate, depending on the season you will need clothes protecting you from the rain and/or cold.
  • For your comfort, a radio guide system is offered during the tour, in groups of more than 5 people.
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • 01April-31October: departure at 3:00PM. Check in at 2.45PM in Julià Travel Office, c/Balmes 5.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour.
  • The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination.
  • Please note that the itinerary is subject to change due to the events to be celebrated in the City (demonstrations, sport events, cultural events, oficial acts and public works).
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