Best things to do in Gibraltar

Gibraltar's Absolute Essentials

Gibraltar’s strategic position at the entrance to the Mediterranean has shaped a landscape defined by military fortifications and natural wonders. This selection includes the monolithic Rock of Gibraltar, the prehistoric Gorham’s Cave Complex, and the intricate World War II Tunnels. Explore the Victorian-era 100 Ton Gun, walk the glass Skywalk for views across two continents, and visit the unique runway of Gibraltar International Airport. The list also features the stalactites of St Michael’s Cave and the historic batteries overlooking the Strait.

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Rock of Gibraltar

The Rock of Gibraltar is a monolithic limestone promontory located in the British territory of Gibraltar, near the southwestern tip of…

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St Michael's Cave

St. Michael's Cave or Old St. Michael's Cave is the name given to a network of limestone caves located within the Upper Rock Nature…

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Europa Point

Europa Point, is the southernmost point of Gibraltar. Although not the southernmost point of the Iberian Peninsula, Europa Point defines the…

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Europa Point Trinity Lighthouse

The Europa Point Lighthouse, also referred to as the Trinity Lighthouse at Europa Point and the Victoria Tower or La Farola in Llanito, is…

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Cable Car Lower Station

Gibraltar Cable Car is an aerial tramway in Gibraltar. The base station of the cable car is located near the southern end of Main Street,…

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Top Cable Car Station

Situated 412 meters above sea level, this station offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean, the Strait of Gibraltar, and the African coastline. It serves as a primary access point for the Upper Rock Nature Reserve and its resident Barbary macaques.

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Top Monkey Feeding Station

A designated area within the Upper Rock Nature Reserve where Gibraltar’s semi-wild Barbary macaques congregate. It provides a controlled environment for observing Europe's only wild monkey population in their natural habitat.

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Gorham's Cave

Gorham's Cave is a sea-level cave in the British overseas territory of Gibraltar. Though not a sea cave, it is often mistaken for one.

World War II Tunnels

An extensive underground network spanning approximately 34 miles within the Rock. Excavated between 1939 and 1944, these tunnels were designed to house a garrison of 16,000 men, along with food, ammunition, and a hospital.

Glass Skywalk

Built on the foundations of a former military lookout 340 meters above sea level, this glass-floored observation platform offers 360-degree views. It overlooks the Sandy Bay area and the Mediterranean Sea toward the African coast.

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Catalan Bay

Catalan Bay is a bay and fishing village in Gibraltar, on the eastern side of The Rock away from Westside.

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Princess Caroline's Battery

Princess Caroline's Battery is an artillery battery in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar.

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Napier of Magdala Battery

Napier of Magdala Battery is a former coastal artillery battery on the south-western cliffs of the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar,…

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Parson's Lodge Battery

Parson's Lodge Battery is a coastal battery and fort in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar.

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Governor's Lookout Battery

Governor's Lookout Battery is one of the many artillery batteries in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar, which served to protect…

100 Ton Gun

A Victorian-era RML 17.72-inch muzzle-loading rifled gun, one of only two remaining in the world. Installed in 1883 at the Napier of Magdala Battery, this weapon was designed to defend against heavily armored warships.