Montserrat Monastery Excursion from Barcelona - with admission, guide and liqueur tasting, 0800 departure

Travel to the Montserrat Monastery and discover the spirituality of this magical place, located on a sacred mountain only an hour away by car to Barcelona. This iconic symbol of Catalonia is not only known for its important religious properties but also for the natural beauty of its surroundings. If you want to discover the secrets of Montserrat, embark on an adventure to this other-worldly mountain. Explore one of the biggest icons of Catalan culture with the help of a helpful bilingual tour guide, who will be able to tell you the interesting history of the monastery and the changes it has undergone from its historical beginnings to the present. The monastery´s origin began in the hermitage of Santa María in the year 888 and between the years 1493 and 1835, a time of great growth and splendour, it became part of the Congregation of Valladolid. Next, visit the Museum of Montserrat. Your guide will explain the great cultural heritage of the museum. Although the majority was lost during the Napoleonic War, the museum gathers a valuable set of artistic elements that you cannot miss. See objects related to the countries listed in the Bible, such as Mesopotamia, Cyprus, Egypt and Palestine, and admire an ancient collection of paintings from the 13th to the 18th century, in which you will find works by artists such as El Greco, Morales, Berruguete or Caravaggio. Fall in love with the architecture of the Basilica which combines Gothic and Renaissance styles. Observe its atrium and its sacristy as well as an interesting permanent exhibition on the image of the Virgin which shows how it has changed over the years. In the audiovisual exhibition, you will also have the opportunity to appreciate the talents of the singers, composers and teachers that make up the Choir of Montserrat.