The 15 Hikes from Barcelona Travellers Rate Highest

1.Montserrat Monastery, Easy Hike, Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,021 reviews · 6 hours · from $85Our pick

Leave Barcelona at 8:00 AM in a small group, ride in an air-conditioned van to Montserrat and explore its Benedictine monastery with a certified guide. You’ll take a mountain lift, walk an easy route through the national park and have an hour of free time. Guides such as David, Jordi, Alan and James have led the trip.

“The guide was very cool and professional, we liked the organization, the transport was very comfortable. We enjoyed the trip:)”

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2.Montserrat Monastery & Scenic Mountain Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 978 reviews · 6 hours · from $74Best value

Travel from Barcelona in a group of up to eight, visit Montserrat’s 11th-century Benedictine abbey, then ride the funicular and walk mountain trails with a guide. Guides such as Frank, Juan, and Jordi have shared local history, geology, and plant life. The six-hour trip includes transport, monastery entry, the funicular, and walking poles.

“Frank, our guide was wonderful. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and very fun. Got there early in the morning, which is the way to go to avoid crowds and really enjoy. Scenery is very awesome. Must do if you’re ever near.”

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3.Montserrat Half Day with Cable Car and Easy Hike from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $81Top rated

Leave Barcelona at 8:00 am in an air-conditioned minivan with a local guide, then visit Montserrat’s monastery, atrium and basilica. Ride the Sant Joan funicular to a mountain viewpoint and follow an easy, mostly downhill hike back to the monastery. Groups are capped at 16, with about 45 minutes for a snack or a look at the shops.

“Our guide was excellent, he explained everything well and did not rush us Place was beautiful, definitely worth the visit”

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4.Costa Brava Easy Hike, Snorkel, Cliff-Jump & Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 329 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $102

Ride from Barcelona with a guide such as Nacho or Sergio, then walk about four miles along the Costa Brava’s Camí de Ronda, stopping for swims, snorkeling and optional cliff jumps. Snorkel gear, protected-area entry and a tapas-style meal are included. The group is capped at eight; bring water, a towel and water shoes.

“The trail had some amazing views of Costa Brava's cliffs, coves, beaches and lear waters. The houses in S'agario had unique architecture and we could spot some interesting tree species too. The water temperature was just perfect and visibility was great, allowing us to spot many different fish, an octopus, jellyfish and sea urchins. The cliff-jumping spot was perfect and had different heights to suit different comfort (risk) levels. Nacho is a very knowledgeable guide and we enjoyed his company, jokes and choice of music throughout the trip. Finally the meal at the end of hike was quite a spread. The pan con tomate, patatas, goat cheese salad and assorted…”

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5.Montserrat Hiking Experience & Monastery Premium Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Ride from Passeig de Gràcia to Montserrat in an eight-seat minivan, tour the Benedictine monastery, then hike with a local mountain guide. The main route covers 5.5 km with about 300 m of ascent and descent. Guides such as Ramon, Christian, Bernard, and Amalia have led the experience.

“Barnat was a great guide! We had a wonderful day. He was very knowledgeable about the mountains. My only suggestion would be to add a better description of the hike. We had some folks in our group that were pretty slow, so we were late getting back. But other than that, had an absolutely fantastic time!”

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6.Montserrat Early Trip — Cable Car, Abbey & Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 205 reviews · from $100

Leave Barcelona before dawn with guide Albert and a group of no more than seven. Visit Montserrat Abbey and the Black Madonna before the crowds, ride a funicular up the mountain, and choose an optional hike to a peak. At midday, descend by cogwheel train or aerial cable car. Hotel pickup, transport, and entry tickets are included.

“We loved the tour! The hike was nice and the view was amazing. Albert also knew a lot of facts”

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7.Montserrat Monastery & Hiking Off the Beaten Path

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 188 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $87

Travel from Barcelona by air-conditioned minivan for a guided visit to Montserrat Abbey and a 5.5-kilometre hike through the natural park. A local English- or Spanish-speaking guide shares Catalan history, mountain geology and wildlife. Groups are capped at eight, and the early start helps you get ahead of the crowds.

“Our day trip with Burnet was amazing! He was enthusiastic and passionate about the mountain and it’s history, and did a great job of engaging us throughout the day. He guided at a great pace and was very committed to the experience of all the guests. 12/10 would recommend!”

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8.Montserrat Monastery with Easy Hike & Sitges Tour from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $98

Leave Barcelona at 8:00 am in an air-conditioned minivan for Montserrat’s monastery and an easy mountain walk, then visit Sitges for lunch and a guided old-town stroll. Groups are capped at eight, and guides including Alan, David, Jordi, James and Jaume have led the trip. The hike is uphill in places, so bring shoes you can walk in.

“10/10 would recommend. Montserrat and Sitges are gorgeous, historically important sites worth visiting. An absolute must for anyone visiting Barca. Jaume/Jamie was very patient and chill. Worth noting that management needs to reassess the timing. The “full day” is 8am-5pm but trying to come back for 5 is too rushed due to the painfully slow service at any/all restaurants in Sitges. Our group had to rush to eat, had to literally run to be on time to meet and got our desserts for takeaway. The other girls on the tour ended up not having a full lunch at all due to running out of time. It would be much better…”

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9.Costa Brava Hiking, Sea Kayaking & Lagoon Dipping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · from $92

Leave Barcelona by air-conditioned van for a one-hour coastal hike, then paddle a tandem sea kayak among Costa Brava’s sandstone cliffs and coves. Your guide leads the outing for a group of no more than eight, with time to snorkel or swim in a secluded lagoon. Kayak gear, wetsuits and transport are included; lunch is not.

“Outstanding trip. our guide Stepan was excellent guide who explained about the Rick history, flora & fauna of the region during our hike & kayaking too. It was amazing kayaking experience in the open sea thanks to his guidance. He took us to some amazing caves to experience the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. Thank you for an amazing day out Stepan.”

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10.Sitges & Montserrat Monastery Tour with Easy Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 69 reviews · 9 hours · from $102

Leave Barcelona by air-conditioned van for Montserrat’s monastery, basilica, atrium and an easy but hilly walk to St Michael’s cross. Then head to Sitges for lunch and a guided stroll past coastal palaces, churches and colonial buildings. A certified guide leads the small-group tour; David, James, Alan, Ferran and Jaume have guided past departures.

“great tour guide, very knowledgable. trip is great it takes you from the colder mountains with beautiful views down to the warmer beach of Sitges and the Mediterranean sea. Also, pickup and dropoff at your hotel is great! No need to find transport to get to meeting point.”

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11.Montserrat Hike, Nature & Monastery, Semi-Private

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 59 reviews · from $84

Spend six hours exploring Montserrat with a guide and a group of up to eight. Visit the Benedictine abbey, learn about the Black Madonna, hike for about two hours through the natural park, and browse a farmer’s market. Guides named on recent departures include Juan, Adria, Uni and Fermi, though your guide may differ.

“Uni was an amazing tour guide with a wealth of knowledge and he is an incredible hiker. Would strongly recommend doing this tour with him and I would do this tour and any other tours with Uni in a heartbeat.”

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12.Montserrat: 6-Hour Tour with a Choice of 3 Levels of Hiking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 6 hours · from $153

Leave Barcelona by private car for a six-hour Montserrat outing with a registered mountain guide and a group limited to four. Choose among three hike levels, hear about the mountain’s geology, plants, wildlife and religious history, and enjoy a picnic snack and water. Guides have included Pere, Vladimir and Carlos. The monastery’s interior ticket is not included.

“Great activity. We had a walking hike up and down the mountain. It was challenging for us, but that was what we were looking for . Our guide Pere was great!!”

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13.Montserrat Full-Day Trip with Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $135

Spend 9.5 hours traveling from Barcelona to Montserrat with a guide and a group of no more than eight. Visit the Benedictine monastery and its 12th-century Black Madonna, ride the glass-roofed St. Joan funicular, then hike about 11 kilometers through the Natural Park. A picnic lunch, water, admission, and air-conditioned transport are included.

“Our guide Fermi was great and the views were amazing! We had such a fantastic time! I would highly recommend this for a day outside of Barcelona.”

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14.Montserrat Hiking Experience and Monastery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $76

Take an eight-hour small-group trip from central Barcelona to Montserrat, where a mountain leader guides you along rocky trails past striking formations and Mediterranean plants. Then visit the monastery’s basilica and Black Madonna, with time for the museum or a market stop for local cheese and honey. Transport, entry tickets, water, and tastings are included; lunch is not.

“Incredible experience! The tour guide Stepan was lovely! Super knowledgeable and full of insightful facts along the way. Really easy to get along with and ensured that I was comfortable with the route. He provided waters and took me to the Farmers Market stools to try some of the local food. I would highly recommend doing this experience as you could hike it yourself but you will miss out on all the amazing facts and history and wont always know the best and safest places to hike on a windy day. Highly recommend. Thank you Stepan!Read more”

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15.Montserrat Mountain Hike and Abbey Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 38 reviews · 6 hours · from $93

Travel from Barcelona in a small group of up to eight, visit Montserrat Abbey and its 12th-century Black Madonna, then ride the Sant Joan funicular up the mountain and hike back on quieter paths. English, Spanish and Catalan guides lead the six-hour trip; Frank and Jordi are among the guides named by past participants.

“A wonderful day with Frank who is very professional in explaining the historical site and looks after each of us.”

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