Why Gibraltar?

Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of Spain, at the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea. Its main attraction is the monumental Rock of Gibraltar, visible from many kilometers away.

Best time to visit: March–June, September–October
In summer it can be very hot and crowded.

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Top Attractions

The Rock of Gibraltar

• cable car ride to the top,
• vast viewpoints over Spain and Africa,
• a network of caves and historic defence tunnels.

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Monkeys – Barbary Macaques

Gibraltar is the only place in Europe where monkeys live in the wild.

• the population numbers several hundred individuals,
• feeding them is forbidden,
• they are known to steal sunglasses and bags.

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St. Michael’s Cave

A spectacular cave with illuminated rock formations and a natural concert hall.

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Main Street

The main shopping street in British style – pubs, red phone boxes and duty-free shops.

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Border & Access

Gibraltar is not part of the Schengen Area.

• pedestrian border crossing from La Línea (Spain),
• queues are possible when entering by car,
• the airport runway crosses the main road.

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Fun Facts

• English is the official language, but Spanish is also widely spoken,
• the local currency is the Gibraltar pound,
• on a clear day you can see Africa from the Rock.

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How Much Time to Plan?

1 day – Rock, caves, Main Street (more than enough)
2 days – plus extra walks in the nature reserve and viewpoints.

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Summary

Gibraltar is where British culture meets the southern spirit of Andalusia. This tiny territory offers extraordinary views, a unique history and one of the most distinctive landscapes in Europe.