Montgat, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 10,270 residents · on the coast
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Montgat is a seaside small town in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 10,270 people. There are 7 notable places to see in and around town, including platja de Sant Joan and Museu Cusí de Farmàcia. The nearest airport is Barcelona (BCN), about 22 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: platja de Sant Joan, Museu Cusí de Farmàcia and Platges de Montgat.
- On the coast, with 5 named beaches nearby.
- Easy to reach: Barcelona (BCN) is 16 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Montgat
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Montgat
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Montgat can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Montgat
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for the warm months.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Montgat and the villages around it is a hire car from Barcelona (BCN), about 22 min away.
Best time to visit Montgat
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Barcelona (BCN)16 miles, about 22 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Girona (GRO)39 miles, about 55 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)62 miles, about 1 h 28 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 14 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (9 miles).
Montgat is good for
Around Montgat
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Montgat worth visiting?
Yes. Montgat is known for platja de Sant Joan, Museu Cusí de Farmàcia and Platges de Montgat, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Montgat from the UK?
Fly to Barcelona (BCN), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 22 min by road. Girona (GRO) is an alternative, 39 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 14 min.
Is Montgat good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Montgat?
Barcelona (8 miles), Lloret de Mar (33 miles), Sitges (29 miles) and Badalona (2 miles) are all within an hour or so.