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Top 10 Day Trips From Salou and the Costa Dorada

The Costa Dorada begins to the west of Sitges on the coast of Catalonia and runs for over 200km as far as the Ebro Delta. Whilst it isn’t as well known as come of the more famous Spanish Costas to the south it still attracts more than 3½ million annual visitors.

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The premier resort of the region is Salou which is a popular destination for family holidays thanks to its golden, sandy beaches and its proximity to one of Europe’s largest theme parks at PortAventura World. There are also a number of smaller resorts along this coastline such as the fishing port of Cambrils and the laid-back developments at Cap Salou and La Pineda.

Getting To Salou

Reus airport lies just 10km north of Salou and serves as the gateway to the Costa Dorada attracting many seasonal charter flights during the summer months. An airport bus operated by Plana Bus runs from the airport to Cambrils, Salou, Port Aventura and La Pineda with stops at numerous hotels, apartments and campsites en route. Taxi and private transfers are also available. The other nearest airport is Barcelona El Prat which lies 100km to the north-east of Salou.

Whilst the golden beaches of the Costa Dorada are the main attraction for holidaymakers, there are a number of unforgettable day trips available. Highlights include a visit to the historic Roman city of Tarragona, a day exploring Barcelona and a leisurely tour of the Catalan countryside with its medieval monasteries.

1. Explore Roman Tarragona

The Via Augusta was part of a network of roads built by the Romans which connected Rome with the Atlantic Ocean. It ran for approximately 1500km from Narbonne (Narbo Martius) in the South of France as far as Cádiz (Gades) passing through Tarragona (Tárraco) on its route. Whilst the origins of Tárraco can be traced back to the 3rd century BC, it was two centuries later when it reached its heyday as the capital of the province of Hispania Citerior.

Today the city is a World Heritage Site which is home to a remarkable selection of Roman remains which are listed by UNESCO as the ‘Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco’. Highlights of the historic centre of Tarragona include the Roman Amphitheatre, Provincial Forum and the Roman Circus. For a fascinating insight into the city’s history, a visit to the National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona is highly recommended. Other impressive Roman sites near the city include the Ferreres Aqueduct (10km north) and Scipio’s funerary tower (12km east).

Tarragona lies just 10km north-east of Salou and can be reached on frequent bus services operated by Empresa Plana. There’s also a 10 minute train journey which operates from Port Aventura train station to Tarragona Estació.

2. Spend a Day at PortAventura World

Located just 5km north-east of downtown Salou, PortAventura World is an entertainment resort made up of two themes parks, a water park and five hotels. The complex is centred on PortAventura Park which is divided into six geographically themed areas with a selection of exciting rides for all ages. It is Spain’s most popular theme park with over 3.75 million annual visitors. The newest addition to PortAventura World is Ferrari Land which is another theme park dedicated to the Italian sports car brand. The resort is also home to the impressive Caribe Aquatic Park which has age-appropriate slides for all the family.

Empresa Plana provide regular bus services to PortAventura from Salou and the rest of the Costa Dorada. There’s also a train station in PortAventura World with connections to Tarragona and Barcelona Estació de França. You can book a combined ticket with the Rodalies de Catalunya train operator which includes entrance to PortAventura Park and rail transport from anywhere in Catalonia.

3. Visit Reus – Birthplace of Antoni Gaudí

The majority of tourists visiting the Costa Dorada are only aware of Reus thanks to its airport which serves as the gateway to the region’s holiday resorts. Few visitors realise that this attractive town located just 10km to the north of Salou was the birthplace of Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926). The esteemed architect was a Catalan modernist who designed some of Barcelona’s most famous buildings including the Sagrada Família , Casa Batlló, Casa Milà and Park Güell.

There are also some beautiful modernist buildings in Reus which were designed by contemporaries of Gaudí. Most notable of these is Casa Navàs which was designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner (1850-1923) who was another of the main exponents of Catalan Modernism. His most famous creations include the Hospital de Sant Pau, Palau de la Música Catalana and Casa Fuster in Barcelona.

Visitors to Reus should also visit the Gaudí Centre (Plaça del Mercadal) which is an interactive museum dedicated to the town’s most famous son. You can also pick up a map at the onsite tourist office which shows a walking modernist route through the centre of Reus. There are frequent Empresa Plana buses to Reus from Salou and all along the Costa Dorada.

4. Day Trip from Salou to Barcelona

Barcelona is one of Europe’s great city break destinations which lies just 110km to the north-east of Salou. The rail journey from Salou Port Aventura train station takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. Please note that the original train station in Salou was permanently closed in January 2020. There are also public bus services between the Costa Dorada and Barcelona as well as numerous tour agencies who arrange full day excursions.

A day trip from Salou to Barcelona provides just enough time for visitors to see some of Gaudí’s modernist buildings such as the Sagrada Família but isn’t enough time to do justice to this magnificent city. Other popular things to do in Barcelona for day trippers include a tour of FC Barcelona’s Nou Camp Stadium or a visit to Barcelona Zoo . Whilst any of these day trips from Salou can be done by public transport it’s well worth looking at what excursions are available with local tour operators.

5. Visit the Cistercian Monastery of Poblet

Poblet Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located near the town of Montblanc, some 50km north of Salou. It was founded in 1151 by Ramon Berenguer IV who bequeathed the property to a community of Cistercian monks. Poblet was one point of a triangle of Cistercian monasteries in the region which also included Vallbona de les Monges and Santes Creus.

Occupation of the monastery by monks continued until 1835 when it was closed and the buildings fell into disrepair until 1940 when work began to restore the property to its current glory. Unless you have your own car, getting to Poblet from Salou can be tricky as it involves catching a bus from Tarragona. Therefore, it’s highly recommended that you book a day trip to Poblet Monastery with a local tour operator.

6. Escape to the Beaches of Cap de Salou

The 1200m long Platja de Llevant is Salou’s main urban beach which runs parallel to the resort’s Jaume I promenade. The beach is very well maintained with excellent facilities and ready access to many bars and restaurants. Naturally it becomes very busy during the summer months so many visitors seek out alternatives which aren’t so crowded. One such place is the lovely Platja dels Capellans which lies just 500m beyond the large rock at the eastern end of Llevant Beach.

For an absolute escape from the resort beaches you should make your way even further east to Cap de Salou which is home to a series of five rocky coves. This area lies approximately 4km from central Salou and is quite hilly so it’s best to go there by local bus or taxi.

7. Discover the Benedictine Monastery of Montserrat

Dating back to the 11th century the Monastery of Montserrat is located some 120km north-east of Salou by road. It is best reached on an organised tour from the Costa Dorada or via Barcelona if travelling independently. The site is Catalonia’s most revered religious site which is home to a shrine dedicated to the Black Virgin of Montserrat (La Morenata). For most visitors the highlight of a visit to Montserrat is its stunning location amidst the jagged mountains which reach an altitude of 1,236 metres at Sant Jeroni. Visitors can reach the monastery by road, cable car (Aeri de Montserrat) or on the Montserrat Rack Railway (Cremallera Funicular).

8. Wine Tours from Salou and the Costa Dorada

The autonomous region of Catalonia is home to ten different wine regions including Penedès which is famous for its production of the sparkling white wine known as Cava. Central to the Penedès wine region is the town of Sant Sadurní d’Anoia which lies 80km to the north-east of Salou. It can be reached by train from Salou-Port-Aventura station with a change at San Vicente De Calders-Comarru but is best visited by car or on a pre-arranged wine tour.

Other local wine regions of interest include Priorat (DOQ), which lies in the region’s rural interior, and Tarragona (DO) which has produced wines since Roman times although most of its grapes are used by the vineyards of Penedès to produce Cava.

9. Day Trip from Salou to Andorra

A very long day trip which is surprisingly popular from the Costa Dorada is to Andorra which lies 200km north of Salou. The journey through some spectacular countryside takes the best part of three hours which means that most of your excursion is spent on a tour bus. Once in Andorra La Vella, the capital of the principality, you can spend some time wandering around its duty-free shops which are its main attraction.

You can get there from Salou by various combinations of trains and public buses but realistically it’s best to book a day excursion. This allows you to make the most of the limited time available at your destination during this long day trip.

10. Parc Natural del Delta de l’Ebre

Lovers of the great outdoors who feel like getting away from the crowds of the Costa Dorada should take a trip to the Parque Natural del Delta del Ebro. The wetlands surround the town of Deltebre which lies 85km south-west of Salou by road, or you could catch a bus or train to Amposta then take a taxi into the park. The Ebro Delta is one of Spain’s premier sites for birdwatchers which can be explored on foot, by bike or even on horseback.

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Barcelona & Montserrat Excursion

• 8 / 10 3 reviews | 18 travellers The guide is very good. Very polite and everything perfect. 10 álvaro Arranz
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• Hotel pick up

On this excursion from Salou , we'll discover two of the most exciting places in Catalonia: Barcelona and Montserrat. We'll spend an unforgettable day in Barcelona and admire its mountains.

Between 8 and 9 am we'll pick you up at your hotel in Salou and head to the Catalan capital of Barcelona .

Before reaching the city, we'll visit one of the most fascinating natural environments in the area: the mountains of Montserrat . We'll admire the impressive landscape of this massif on our way to the monastery. A site not to be missed!

Once we arrive at the  Montserrat Abbey , we'll enter the church and appreciate the image of the Virgin of Montserrat , patron saint of Catalonia. During the visit, we'll learn all about its history as we explore this famous place of worship and discuss the great mysticism that surrounds it. Afterwards, you'll be given free time to visit the impressive viewpoints.

Our next stop will take us to Barcelona where we'll head to one of its main attractions, the Sagrada Familia . This is without a doubt a highly important cornerstone in terms of architecture, an impressive exponent of Gaudí's modernist architecture which has been under construction for over 140 years. We'll also be able to enter its interior and take in the meticulous details of its façades and its columns. 

The fun doesn't stop here as we'll take a panoramic tour of Barcelona. An amazing way to conclude this complete and insightful excursion. Las Ramblas, the Boqueria Market , Plaza de España or the Montjuïc Fountains are some of the many emblematic spots we'll pass through. 

We'll round up the excursion by heading back to your hotel in Salou at 6 pm .

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The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

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Entrance to the Sagrada Familia

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From Salou: Full Day Barcelona Panoramic Tour with Free Time

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Take on a sightseeing tour of Barcelona from Salou and explore the top monuments and attractions the city has to offer. Enjoy some free time to stroll around the city center at your own pace.

• Free cancellation Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
• Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
• Free pickup A complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered.
• Live guiding Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish (depends on selected option)
• Start time - Available from April 15, 2024 8:45 AM
• Duration 10 hours
• Pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks
• Stop to marvel at Antoni Gaudi's famous Sagrada Familia Cathedral
• Enjoy the beautiful views from the Montjuïc Hill Area
• Stroll along the Ramblas, the Gothic Quarter, and the famous Market Place
• Pass by the fantastical houses of Gaudi and the Arch of Triumph

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Discover the best of Barcelona on this guided sightseeing tour from Salou. Travel in a spacious and airconditioned bus. Capture pictures of top city sights like the Sagrada Família. Have free time to explore the city at your own pace.  Head to the towering Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece. Take time to walk around this unique cathedral and take pictures. Get back on the bus and pass by the Arc de Triomph, Montjuic hill, and the Olympic village. Listen to onboard commentary as you go by Casa Mila and the colorful Casa Batllo, the beautiful houses built in the modernist style of Gaudí. Head to the city center of Barcelona for free time to explore. Spend your time going for a stroll on Ramblas street, or visiting the Plaza Catalunya. Take some time to lounge on one of the many terraces or purchase a bite at a charming local eatery. Return to Salou by bus at the end of your tour. 

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Montserrat, Sagrada Familia & Barcelona Private Tour - From Salou/Tarragona

• Private transportation
• Visit Montserrat Monastery
• Visit Sagrada Familia (optional entrance)
• Visit Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, cathedral of Barcelona and Ramblas
• Guide throughout the tour
• Entry/Admission - Basílica de la Sagrada Familia
• Option 1 43840 Salou, Tarragona, Spain Personalized pickup
• Option 2 Tarragona, Spain Personalized pickup
• Option 3 Cambrils, Tarragona, Spain Personalized pickup
• Option 4 Reus, Tarragona, Spain Personalized pickup
• Option 5 43480 Vila-seca, Tarragona, Spain Personalized pickup
• After booking, we will coordinate the pick up location.
• Tarragona, Spain
• 43840 Salou, Tarragona, Spain
• Cambrils, Tarragona, Spain
• Reus, Tarragona, Spain
• 43480 Vila-seca, Tarragona, Spain
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• Confirmation will be received when the reservation is made, unless it has been made 7 days before the trip or less. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, depending on availability.
• In the tour or activity there will be 8 travelers maximum.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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• 3 Montjuic Stop: 60 minutes See details
• You'll return to the starting point

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• 322brenta 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Do it ! Pickup was on time and without complication. Our guide, Sandra, was wonderful at pointing out interesting observations regarding the landscape and history on our way to Montserrat. The monastery and the natural landscape surrounding it are incredible. The visit to a local, small, family operated vineyard was a pleasant surprise. Very informative and charming tour of their operation, history, and, of course, the tasting was nice as well. Yes, we took advantage of their on-site purchase program to have more than a few bottles shipped home. The last part of the tour was a stop in Sitges which was nice to grab some lunch at a sea side cafe followed by a casual stroll through the narrow streets and shopping district. Finally, shout out to our guide, Sandra. Very friendly and offered a lot of interesting information, while still allowing us to take things in at our own pace. Read more Written 1 April 2023
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• Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
• Suitable for 1-8 Participants
• Small Group Tour, Private Tour
• & Audio GuidedGuided Experience
• Visit the great monastery of Montserrat
• Explore the ambitious work of Gaudí at Sagrada Familia
• Take a panoramic tour of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter
• Contemplate the city from above at Montjuic
• Personalized pickup for a seamless experience
• Private transportation
• Visit Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, cathedral of Barcelona and Ramblas
• Visit Sagrada Familia (optional entrance)
• Guide throughout the tour
• Visit Montserrat Monastery

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Montserrat is one of those magical destinations that looks like something out of a fairy tale. Just an hour from Barcelona, the town is nestled at the top of a hill with incredible views you cannot miss. Our Full Day Trip to Montserrat with Winery & 3-Course Lunch combines the best of history and food. You’ll take a guided tour of the 11th-century Montserrat Monastery before having free time to walk the grounds. After, enjoy a hearty 3-course Catalonian lunch and sip on delicious wines at a centuries-old local vineyard. If you’re looking for a slightly shorter day, check out our Day Trip to Montserrat with Tapas & Wine. You’ll have a chance to take a cogwheel train to the top of the monastery before taking a tour of the grounds. On the way back to the city, you’ll stop at a local winery for Catalonian tapas paired with the region’s finest local wines.

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POBLET’S MONASTERY AND MONTSERRAT TOUR FROM SALOU

200,00 €

Visit to a large architectural complex with almost 1000 years of history declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco.

• Visit to the Monastery of Poblet
• Visit to the Pil Museum
• I pass by Plaça del Ajuntament
• Passage through the Monastery of Poblet  

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Destination information, general description of tour salou - poblet - igualada and montserrat⇢.

We will departure from Salou or Tarragona in the early morning in the southwest direction,towards the MONASTERY OF POBLET.

Visit to Poblet’s Monastery

POBLET’S MONASTERY is a Cistercian abbey declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. A large architectural ensemble with almost 1000 years of history, among the 3 largest and most complete in the world, which surrounds the church built in the 12th century and linked to a fortified royal residence. We can see, still a community of 140 monks living in the monastery.

The architectural complex offers us an unparalleled visit, in which we can see the dining room and the library, which conserve the original 13th century cruiser ceiling; the chapter room; the old kitchen or the old bedroom room among many other spaces.

After the visit, we will continue on our way to IGUALADA, an industrial city that has achieved popularity for its textile elaborations and leather tanning. We will visit the Pil Museum, to observe the elements of use and elaboration process. Despite its remarkable industrial development, Igualada retains architectural elements from past centuries. We will go to the center of the city from where we will visit Plaça del Ajuntament, a porticoed square resulting from the combination of two medieval squares and retains part of its old arcades.

The Town Hall, a neoclassical building that contrasts with the square, is a work designed by the architect Antoni Rovira i Trias in 1833. Nearby is the church of Santa Maria, a building designed in 1601 by Pere Blai, the most prestigious Renaissance architect from Catalonia. In the eighteenth century the chapel of Sant Crist was added on the north side, inside it there are exhibited a series of paintings made by Francesc Tremulles in 1732.

Montserrat tour

After Igualada we will visit MONTSERRAT, a place recognized by the surrounding mountain that offers a spectacular landscape, we visit the sanctuary of the Moreneta, popular name with which the virgin of the place is known: Mare de Déu de Montserrat. This sanctuary is carved inside a cave, and according to legend it was there that the virgin was found.

We will also visit the great MONTSERRAT MONASTERY, built on an old hermitage. This monastery was built by the religious influence of the place, thanks to the continuous pilgrimages that pay homage to the virgin of Montserrat. The monastery is currently renovated, because of its destruction as a result of the invasion of Napoleon in Spain, so many artistic and architectural elements of the sanctuary are of modern dates.

After visiting the sanctuary we will visit the Montserrat viewpoint to appreciate the beauty that the mountain offers with its famous views that impress visitors. We will have lunch at the place enjoying the scenery.

Departure to Salou or Tarragona in the afternoon.

INFORMATION OF POBLET- IGUALADA AND MONTSERRAT ♥

Tarragona and its history    .

The origin of Terragona is in a small Iberian town called Kese . Tarragona, its name is due to the Tarraco that was a Colonia Iulia Vrbs Triumphalis , Tarraco de los Romans , was the capital of Hispania Citerior in the Republican era and of the province of Hispania Tarraconensis during the Empire . After the invasion of 711 the Arabs took over and ruled this province , when Carlo Magno came to power he established the so- called Hispanic Brand that was made up of the cities of Catalonia , Barcelona, ​​Tarragona and Gerona. In the year 1116, once again Tarragona is reconquered by Ramón Berenguer III.  

Poblet Monastery and its History  

It was founded in 1150 by order of Count Ramón Berenguer IV. The first monks to stay were Cistercians and were originally from the Abbey of Fontfroide , in France. The monastery always had the protection of the Crown of Aragon and important noble families , lived its peak after the construction of the Royal Pantheon (1340) by order of Peter the Ceremonious . He himself , and other great kings , lie there .  

With the descent of the Royal House of Aragon , the loss of monks and, especially , the confiscation of Mendizábal in 1835, the monastery fell in total abandonment and was stripped . But , in 1940 a group of Cistercian monks from Italy recovered the monastic life and made it reborn ( currently lives a community of 25 Benedictine monks ). Rebuilt and protected by UNESCO.  

Igualada and its History  

Born Equal to that of the year one thousand , on the left bank of the Anoia River that gives its name to the region . Its name comes from the Latin Aqualata , which means that the river widens , this is a river well used to provide hydraulic power to the mills .  

Its origin is at a crossroads , a military one from Manresa, through Odena and Montbui, to the most distant castles of the Tarragona countryside , two the royal road that links Barcelona with Lleida, Aragón and Castilla. Its center position in the Odena basin , becomes the same natural meeting place for agriculture and benefits the exchange and sale of goods . What is known as the first construction of the town is the lifting of a chapel in 1003 with a “ speck ” or “ force “, minor defense fortification .  

In the year 1381, Igualada is conferred the title of Calle de Barcelona being under the administration of the city of Barcelona and equating it in rights , freedoms and prerogatives . The town was growing and, between the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries two walls are built , until the eighteenth century , in this century the town extends towards Soldevila and Capdevila, following the royal road .  

Monserrat Monastery  

It is a Benedictine abbey located on the mountain of Montserrat, belongs to the region of Bages, territory of Barcelona, ​​at a height of 720 meters above sea level . As for its administration , it belongs to the municipality of Monistrol de Montserrat, but some of its bordering lands enter the term of Collbató . This monastery is a symbol for Catalonia and has been transformed into a point dedicated to the pilgrimage for believers , also a recognized visit for tourists .  

Among the various actions that are done in Montserrat, the choir stands out , this is one of the choirs of the oldest singing children in Europe .  

The sanctuary of Montserrat, together with the sanctuaries of Torreciudad , El Pilar, Meritxell and Lourdes are part of the Marian Route , an itinerary directed by Marian spirituality and devotion , enjoys a great heritage , gastronomic and natural wealth .  

Plaça del Ajuntament  

It is the name of the most important and central squares of the city of Valencia. Its buildings , most of them of eclectic and rationalist style , which were built during the first half of the twentieth century , as the town hall, seat of the Town Hall from Valencia, they are its main characteristic . It also stands out at the beginning of the fourteenth century its circular trace source and the sculpture tribute to the jurat in the city cap , Francesc de Vinatea .  

In the middle of the square there are points of sale of flowers around a large flat space , there the traditional mascletàs are celebrated year after year during the festival of the Fallas of Valencia,  

SALOU TOUR DATES - POBLET - IGUALADA AND MONTSERRAT ≔

All year except Christmas, New Year and St. Stephen

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE SALOU TOUR - POBLET - IGUALADA AND MONTSERRAT ♥

• Private vehicle or minibus • Entrance to the Monastery of Poblet • Entrance to the Museum of the Pil • Entrance to the Monastery of Montserrat • Guide throughout the tour

CONDITIONS AND CANCELLATION POLICY ☜

• Maximum capacity: 15 people.
• Meeting point: Pick up at the Hotel of Hospedaje.
• It is essentialto have received the reservation confirmation.

CANCELLATION POLICY

1-day tours are cancelable up to 24 hours before.

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Travelling from salou to montserrat

Easy way is to get the planabus tour at approx 28 euros from outside of the lazy wave bar on the plaza europa,get your ticket at any of the planabus ticket shops or the bus station at the beach.The bus will take you to montserrat with a guide and includes the finecular to the monastry with short tour then you have some freetime before leaving by the finecular to the bus which will then take you to a small fishing town called sitges where you can roam and have coffee before returning to salou about 8pm. The train cost is 16.80 euros return,does NOT including changing trains to monserrbut, another cost of 16 euros i beleive. you will have to do everything yourself.I did the journey on 9/05/2013,and was a great day out.You can also do the barcelona trip with the tour busplana,but you can catch the local plana bus at the same bus stop for barcelona,return price 20 euros from the same shops.

A tranquil and pretty location with great views. Definitely worth the trip out of the city if you want to get away from the craziness of the city

Fabulous!. Our first day in Barcelona, off to Montserrat, we traveled from the hotel by train and subway. The train will take you almost to the entrance, where you will board a tram to get to the top. Tram is more fun than the train. I had no idea what to expect, what a beautiful site, there are many trails to be discovered with lots of walking. Took one of the funiculars to the top, what a view from the edge. We also bought lunch and ate in the cafeteria style restaurant. Food was ok and a little pricey, Street side vendors were selling goodies, honey and cheese. With travel included it took us about 6 hours depending on how long you want to stay. A very nice day and well worthwhile. Reasonably priced tickets to get to the top. A must see, our whole family enjoyed every second.

What a wonderful world. The rocks are so nice, they make the scenery so special. The natural beauty surrounding the monastery is simply breathtaking.

If you ever go to the Bacelona area, you must spend an afternoon visiting Montserrat. The beauty of the mountains, and Bascillica are hard to describe in words. The views from the top are a photographers dream. Be sure to see the Black Madonna and touch the wooden ball in her hand for good luck. One of the most breath taking sites I have ever seen.

It's about one hour from the city centre situated in the mountain. The royal basilica is very impressive and great architecture. Beautiful sceneries.