Montserrat Basilica & Museums: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Walk the monastery grounds and museums on your own schedule, guided by audio on your phone.

A self-guided audio tour ticket to Montserrat Basilica and its museums in Catalonia, Spain, accessed via the WeGoTrip app or web browser on your smartphone. The tour covers the Open-Air Museum, the Throne of Our Lady shrine, the audiovisual exhibition, and the Museum of Montserrat's art collection spanning Caravaggio to Dalí. Download the guide in advance. The audio includes maps, photos and commentary for each stop.

Step-by-step itinerary

Self-guided Montserrat Abbey visit

• Download audio guide app
• Start at Information Office
• Explore Open-Air Museum
• Visit Throne of Our Lady
• See Audiovisual Space exhibition
• Tour Museum of Montserrat art collection

The experience

You get entrance to Montserrat Basilica, the Open-Air Museum, the audiovisual exhibition space called Montserrat Portes Endins, and the Museum of Montserrat: all accessed with a single ticket. The audio guide runs on your smartphone via the WeGoTrip app or a web browser, so you download it before arrival and move through the sites without waiting for a group or a scheduled start time. The guide includes detailed GPS-mapped routes between stops, photos, scripts and audio commentary in English.

The Basilica itself holds La Moreneta, the revered statue of the Virgin Mary that draws pilgrims to Montserrat. The Museum of Montserrat houses one of Catalonia's most significant art collections: works by Caravaggio, El Greco, Picasso, Dalí and Monet, alongside archaeological pieces from the Ancient Near East, Egypt and the Holy Land. The audiovisual exhibition reveals the mountain's history and spiritual significance through three themes: the mountain itself, the monastery, and the sanctuary. You move between these spaces at whatever pace suits you, pausing to linger or moving on without constraint.

The audio guide is designed to be downloaded before you arrive, so you're not relying on spotty connectivity once you're on the mountain. Bring your own smartphone and earphones. The ticket itself is your entry to every space. The whole visit typically takes around 90 minutes, though you can stretch it longer if the art collection or the mountain views hold your attention.

What’s included

• Entrance ticket to Montserrat Basilica, the Open-Air Museum, the audiovisual exhibition Montserrat Portes Endins, and the Museum of Montserrat.
• downloadable multimedia audio tour in English via the WeGoTrip app or web browser.
• detailed GPS-mapped route between stops with live map on your smartphone.
• access to the museum's permanent art collection and temporary exhibitions.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day31 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 18:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Youth (9 to 16 years) · Child (under 9)

GroupPrivate

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by WGTickets

Is this one for you?Solo travelers and small groups benefit from the self-guided format, which lets you skip the wait for a scheduled tour and move through the monastery, museums and mountain views on your own timeline. If you prefer a live guide or want someone to lead the group, an in-person tour option is available separately.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (9 to 16 years); Child (under 9).

What is La Moreneta and where do I see it in Montserrat?

La Moreneta is the revered statue of the Virgin Mary, one of Catalonia's most treasured religious symbols, housed in the Throne of Our Lady shrine within Montserrat Basilica. The audio guide directs you to this central pilgrimage site as part of the self-guided route.

Can I download the audio guide before I get to Montserrat?

Yes, you should download the WeGoTrip app or access the guide via web browser in advance. You'll receive an email with a link to set it up, so the audio, maps and photos are ready on your phone when you arrive.

What's included in the Museum of Montserrat?

The Museum of Montserrat holds one of Catalonia's most important art collections, featuring works by Caravaggio, El Greco, Rusiñol, Casas, Picasso, Dalí and Monet, plus archaeological treasures from the Ancient Near East, Egypt and the Holy Land. Temporary exhibitions rotate alongside the permanent collection.

How long does the audio tour take?

The tour is designed for around 90 minutes, though you control the pace. You can move faster through some stops or spend longer in the museums and at viewpoints without any time pressure.

Do I need to bring anything to use the audio guide?

Bring your own smartphone and earphones. The ticket grants you entry to all the sites. The audio guide runs on your device via the WeGoTrip app or web browser.