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Enjoy a remarkable journey through Barcelona’s spiritual and architectural heritage with this guided day tour featuring both Montserrat Monastery and the Sagrada Familia. Accompanied by an expert local guide, you'll uncover stories, sights and history at two of Catalonia’s most renowned landmarks.

Montserrat Monastery

Your adventure begins with a comfortable drive from central Barcelona to the striking Montserrat mountain range. Rising high above the Catalan countryside, the monastery is famed for its dramatic setting and its religious significance. Home to a community of Benedictine monks, Montserrat has welcomed pilgrims and visitors for centuries, showcasing a rare blend of Gothic and Renaissance design. Step inside the abbey to admire the ornate interiors and discover the legendary Black Madonna statue, an important symbol of Catalan culture. In the on-site audiovisual room, immerse yourself in the artistic and musical legacy of Montserrat, from ancient liturgical chants to celebrated paintings by Morales, Caravaggio and El Greco. Stroll through the peaceful atrium and sacristy, take in sweeping views of the surrounding landscape and savour a tasting session of local Montserrat liqueurs, handcrafted by the monks themselves.

Throughout the morning, your guide will reveal fascinating details about the abbey’s history and the daily life of the monks. Marvel at the clever architectural solutions designed for the challenging mountainous terrain. After your Montserrat experience, travel back to Barcelona where you’ll have a break for lunch (own expense) before your next unforgettable visit.

Sagrada Familia

The tour continues with reserved entry to the breathtaking Sagrada Familia. Stepping inside, you'll be surrounded by Antoni Gaudí’s imaginative architecture, characterised by organic shapes, intricate facades and an atmosphere filled with light and colour. As your guide explains the significance of each element, you’ll gain insight into Gaudí’s vision to express Christian symbolism through his designs. Highlights include the spectacular stained-glass windows and the play of sunlight throughout the basilica, as well as the detailed sculptural narratives adorning the Passion and Nativity facades. Discover why Sagrada Familia is both an artistic masterpiece and a spiritual icon, and learn how the basilica continues to inspire awe and devotion more than a century after its construction began.

• Suitable for all visitors, but a moderate amount of walking is involved throughout the day

• Tour conducted in both English and Spanish for accessibility

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