Rock of Gibraltar: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Malaga and Costa del Sol: Gibraltar Tour

1. From Malaga and Costa del Sol: Gibraltar Tour

Your tour will begin as you meet your bus in the center of Málaga, near el Corte Inglés, or elsewhere along the Costa del Sol. From there you will take a coach to Gibraltar, traveling in air-conditioned comfort complete with reclining seats, WiFi, and USB ports. Throughout the journey, your guide will provide you with information about interesting things to do and see once having arrived at Gibraltar. Once having passed through customs, your coach will drive inside Gibraltar before stopping in the city center to park for free time. If you booked the full nature reserve rock tour option, enjoy a panoramic tour of Gibraltar, visiting places such as the Strait of Gibraltar, and access to the interior of the St. Michel Caves. You will also be able to see Barbary macaques at the Apes Den. After the panoramic tour, enjoy free time for lunch and explore the area for its shopping and hotspots like Main Street, Casemates Square, Marina Bay, or the Mediterranean Steps. Your bus will return in the afternoon, leaving Gibraltar at 3:30 PM.

From Seville: Day Trip to Gibraltar

2. From Seville: Day Trip to Gibraltar

Embark on an unforgettable journey that combines history and multiculturalism with duty-free shopping, impressive caves, and the famous monkeys of Gibraltar. Depart Seville and journey to the frontier to cross the border of the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar and visit Punta de Europa, mainland Europe's southernmost spot. Look across the Strait of Gibraltar to where the vast continent of Africa begins. Take some souvenir photos of the coastlines of Spain and Morocco from the top of the Rock of Gibraltar. Then, visit the amazing limestone caves of San Miguel and admire the numerous stalactite and stalagmite formations. Next, meet the Barbary monkeys of Gibraltar, a unique breed from Europe that, according to legend, are a sign the British will not leave as long as the monkeys are still there. Enjoy some free time for lunch and do some duty-free shopping on Main Street, known worldwide for its low-priced jewelry, watches, electronic items, spirits, cosmetics, and perfumes. There are also plenty of bars and cafés, offering a wide selection of delicious options for visitors.

From Costa del Sol: Gibraltar Sightseeing Day Tour

3. From Costa del Sol: Gibraltar Sightseeing Day Tour

One of our air-conditioned coaches will collect you from your designated pick-up point in Costa del Sol. From there, sit back and relax on your journey to Gibraltar. On arrival, a local guide will pick you up and you will start a guided tour through the city. See the port of Gibraltar, the walled inner city, Europa Point, and St. Michael’s Cave. After the guided tour, you will be given some free time to have lunch. Stroll around Main Street and enjoy the benefits of duty-free products. Meet your guide back again at the designated time for the return trip to Costa del Sol.

Gibraltar: Guided Tour by Bus Including Tickets

4. Gibraltar: Guided Tour by Bus Including Tickets

Explore the city center by minivan and the Rock of Gibraltar Nature Reserve to see sights like the Europa Point lighthouse, St Michael's Cave, and the only wild monkey population on the European continent. Meet your guide and make your way thorugh the city center by minivan, including the big canyon and the synagogue. Stop at the Europa Point lighthouse to take in fantastic views of Africa, Spain, the Mediterranean sea, and the Atlantic Ocean. Continue by travelling towards the Rock of Gibraltar Nature Reserve. Here you will St Michael's Cave, a natural grotto in the heart of Natural Park. Inside the cave, discover all its geological formations, such as impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Discover the famous inhabitants of Gibraltar, the cheeky monkeys. After taking some fun pictures of these primates, head to the city center to take a leisurely stroll along famous Main Street which is full of shops and curious buildings.

From Seville: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

5. From Seville: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

Depart from Seville in the morning and travel to the border of Spain and Gibraltar to arrive before noon. Then, visit the main tourist attractions of the city center with a local guide. Head to the nature reserve to see the legendary Pillars of Hercules at the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar.  Continue to St. Michael's Cave in the Upper Rock Nature Reserve and marvel at the stalactites and stalagmites of the rock formations. Encounter the famous barbary apes that play on the rock.  Return to the city center to spend some time on Main Street, renowned for its range of shops and second-hand markets. Shop for souvenirs and find bargains in the stores during your free time, before the return journey to Seville.

From Málaga: Gibraltar Rock and Caves Full-Day Tour

6. From Málaga: Gibraltar Rock and Caves Full-Day Tour

Departure from Malaga at Gibraltar with some stops along the Costa del Sol. After arriving at the coach park of Gibraltar, or at the border itself, depending on the situation of road traffic access to the Rock, the view begins, starting with a tour through tunnels and small cliffs over the sea that lead to the southernmost point of Europe. Then begins the ascent to the Rock to reach the impressive Cave of San Miguel and the abode of the Monkeys. Endemic animal of Gibraltar, the Barbary Macaque lives in the wild within the Natural Reserve of the Rock of Gibraltar, also known as Rock of Calpe or Mount Calpe. The visit to the Rock of Gibraltar is to visit another country and a unique amalgam of cultures in Europe. At the end of the tour, there is free time to stroll through the most prominent streets such as Main Street and its surroundings or take a Fish & Ships in The Clipper. There are monument of interest as The Gibraltar Museum or Casemates Square with the only cannon built to shoot down. At the time indicated by our guide, meeting at the agreed point for the return to the same place of pick up.

Gibraltar: Private Highlights Tour with Entry Tickets

7. Gibraltar: Private Highlights Tour with Entry Tickets

One of the attractions of this tour is The Pillars of Hercules. There at the Pillars you will enjoy the views of North Africa Morocco. You will see where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea, this being the only entrance to the Mediterranean. The next site is St Michael’s Cave. Which sees thousands of visitors a year wandering through its huge caverns with just a few steps and easy access. This amazing, natural phenomenon created by rainwater slowly seeping through the limestone rock, turning into a weak carbonic acid which gradually dissolved the rock millions of years ago. Next we will go to the top of the Rock, and there we will do 2 things: The glass viewing platform called The Skywalk, and visit the monkeys.The Skywalk is a former military lookout transformed into a state of the art glass platform and walkway giving spectacular views across the Mediterranean. An unbroken 360º panoramic viewpoint. Enter the 360º environment and get a feel for the freedom and exhilaration you will experience at The Skywalk. From the Skywalk, several minutes walk and we will spend some time with our famous Monkeys at Upper Apes Den (The same height level as the cable) The Barbary Macaque Apes are the only ones to be found within the continent of Europe. They reside at the upper rock nature reserve of Gibraltar. At present there are over 200 apes in 6 packs that roam through the upper rock. Legend has it that in 1942 the population of apes fell to just 7 and the Prime Minister of Great Britain (Sir Winston Churchill) ordered that the population of the apes be immediately replenished because as long as there are Barbary Macaques Apes on the Rock of Gibraltar it will remain under British rule. From the top of the rock we will drive to the north side of the Rock to visit the Great Siege Tunnels, something not to be missed. This site explains a lot of the history of Gibraltar under siege. The tunnels were carved out of the rock by hand during the Great Siege which took place between 1779-1783. This was done in order to defend Gibraltar against the Spanish and French forces who were trying to recapture Gibraltar from the British. On the drive down from the Upper rock Nature Reserve we will see the outside of the Moorish Castle, you will be able to see the history and battle scars due to cannon ball shots against the castle between the wars of the Moors and the Spanish. The Moorish Castle is a medieval fortification in Gibraltar which is made up of a number of buildings. The Moorish Castle stands proudly on the Eastern elevation of the Rock, a proud symbol of the long and colourful history of the Rock of Gibraltar originally built in the 1160CE. It was ransacked by the Spanish between 1309 – 1333. This 'Tower of Homage' was rebuilt in the 14th century by Abu-l-Hasan. You'll be able to look closely to see the cannon dents in the castle walls. As we exit the nature reserve park we will drive through the old town of Gibraltar.

From Malaga: Day Trip to Gibraltar

8. From Malaga: Day Trip to Gibraltar

You will start the day early with a comfortable transfer from Malaga to Gibraltar, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Strait of Gibraltar and Africa. Then, you will have the opportunity to explore the city and its surroundings, enjoying the main tourist attractions in the area. The guided tour will take you to Europa Point to see the Strait of Gibraltar and Africa, before heading to the Upper Rock Nature Reserve to visit the famous monkeys, explore St. Michael's Cave and enjoy spectacular views. They can decide if they prefer to continue the tour in the guided minibus or if they prefer they can get off it and explore the famous Great Siege Tunnels, Moorish Castle and City under Siege Exhibition. You will also have time to shop in the duty-free shops and taste the local gastronomy in the nearby restaurants and bars. Don't miss the opportunity to discover the beauty of the Rock of Gibraltar on a day trip from Malaga with us. Book your excursion now and live an unforgettable experience!

From Jerez: Gibraltar Full Day Tour

9. From Jerez: Gibraltar Full Day Tour

Explore Gibraltar with a local guide to experience the incredible sights, sounds, and culture of the area on a day trip from Jerez. Say hello to the cheeky barbary apes when you visit the Rock of Gibraltar, and enjoy views across the sea to Africa. Join a morning excursion from Jerez to the Spanish border, enjoying the fabulous view of the Rock of Gibraltar as you approach. Explore the main attractions of Gibraltar with a local guide, visiting the nature reserve to see the Pillars of Hercules, St. Michael's Cave, and of course the famous barbary apes. Descend from the rock to stroll along the main street, shopping for souvenirs and bargains before returning to Jerez.

Gibraltar: Rock of Gibraltar History Tour

10. Gibraltar: Rock of Gibraltar History Tour

Explore the history of Gibraltar on a sightseeing tour by a small air-conditioned minibus. Travel back in time at Gibraltar's most famous sights. Continue to Europa Point, the southernmost point in Gibraltar, with its Trinity House Lighthouse and impressive views across the Straits of Gibraltar to the northern coast of Africa. Your next stop is the spectacular St. Michael’s Cave, which was converted into a military hospital during World War II. It has a wealth of history that dates back tens of thousands of years, and today it is used as a concert hall, with one of the best natural auditoriums with great acoustics. Continue to Apes Den to meet the famous Barbary Apes, the only apes still roaming wild in Europe, in their natural habitat. Continue with a visit to the Great Siege Tunnels. The tour ends in Casemates Square, ideal if you wish to carry on shopping or relax at a local restaurant.

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Excellent day out for us! The lady, Patricia, who drove us to Gibraltar from Seville, also took care of us while we were in Gibraltar. The local tour guide in Gibraltar was also good and knowledgeable about the place. We really enjoyed the ride, the day. thank you, Patricia! Recommend this tour and you any time!

I traveled with a 9 year old and 1 year old. Petra was very helpful with having a car seat already secured on the bus so we didn’t have to bring ours. They also helped to stow our stroller and make arrangements to carry it on the bus up the mountain. So helpful. Thank you so much.

Great guide in Gibraltar who was friendly and very informative. The view was amazing and we loved St Michael cave. Only negative comment is the number of stops and time it took to get from Malaga to Gibraltar. Bus was very comfortable.

We enjoyed our tour to Gibraltar very much. José our guide and Lola the driver were very good and pleasant. The bus was very comfortable.

We had a fabulous day, pick up was quick and easy. Guided throughout the day. Excellent trip and guide.