Spain · TRAIN TRIPS IN BARCELONA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 train trips in Barcelona worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride Montserrat’s cogwheel train, tour its basilica, then taste organic Catalan wines and tapas at a castle-winery near Barcelona.
“Alphonso was a very knowledgeable and funny tour guide, mixing history and faith as he guided us through our tour of Montserrat.”
Ride the cogwheel train to Montserrat, see the Black Madonna, taste monastery liquors, and enjoy mountain views on a Barcelona day trip.
“Bring coat and gloves wind may affect your visit. This place is stunning. Glad we went. Take early tour if possible”
Review of Barcelona’s Montserrat tour with guided abbey visit, free time, cogwheel train, Catalan lunch, tapas, and castle winery tasting.
“Loved the entire experience. Montserrat is a must see if visiting Barcelona”
Montserrat from Barcelona by bus and rack railway, with basilica access, Black Madonna, monk-made liqueurs, and mountain views.
“I liked how the tour wasn’t dragged on and we got free time to explore.”
See Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, Montjuïc cable car, Gaudí landmarks, and Montserrat’s Black Madonna on a full-day guided tour.
“The destination is great. We had a lot of traffic so there were problems. Then on our return someone just moved our stuff and took our seat. The guide would not get involved so we ended up splitting up. Was very frustrating”
Ride trains and cable cars from Barcelona to Montserrat, with a small-group guide, mountain views, free time, and optional basilica entry.
“Marcelo was an absolute joy to experience Montserrat with. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and care for us on this tour made it a 5 star tour. I highly recommend both the tour and Marcelo!”
Review of Montserrat from Barcelona by train, cable car, and cogwheel railway, with Basilica access, a small group guide, and free time.
“Our trip to Montserrat was excellent! Monica was such a perfect guide, very friendly and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed this day!”
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