Gibraltar Tourist Attractions
Gibraltar Tourist Attractions
Information for all of our famous tourist sights
Information for all of our famous tourist sights
Built for the defence of Gibraltar
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The 100 Ton Gun actually weighs just over 100 Tons and is one of only two to still be around in the world today. Out of the four that were built in 1870, two of these giant guns were built for the defence of Gibraltar while the other two were built for Malta. The 100 Ton Gun now resides at Napier of Magdala Battery in Gibraltar.
The gun itself has a 32 feet long barrel and can fire a 2,000 pound shell that can reach a distance of 8 miles at a speed of 1,500 feet per second. This gave the gun the ability to penetrate just over 2 feet of iron.
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Southern Most Point with Views to Africa
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Europa Point, situated at the most southern point of Gibraltar, is where the Europa Point Lighthouse can be found. Here we can appreciate spectacular views across the Straits of Gibraltar into North Africa, Morocco and Spanish Ceuta, as well as views across the Bay of Gibraltar.
The Lighthouse itself was built between 1838 and 1841. In 1994 it became fully automated, its loom can be seen from over 27 kilometres (17 miles) away. At Europa Point can be found the Shrine of Our Lady of Europa along with The Nuns Well which is an ancient underground reservoir.
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From the Moorish Occupation 711 to 1309 and then again from 1333 to 1462
Moorish Occupation from 711 to 1309 & 1333 to 1462
The Moorish Castle is situated at the northern end of the upper rock nature reserve. The construction of this Castle commenced in the 8th century AD but no known date of completion is recorded. The Castle was rebuilt in the 14th century after its near destruction during a re-conquest of Gibraltar by the Moors.
The Castle itself is made up of various buildings, gates and fortified walls that stretch out from the upper rock down to the sea, The Tower of Homage and The Gate House being its most dominant features.
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Dug out from the solid limestone by the British during the Great Siege of Gibraltar
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These tunnels are one of the main attractions of the Rock of Gibraltar. 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.
Whilst tunnelling it was decided that a horizontal hole be blasted in the rock face in order to improve ventilation for the workmen. On closer examination it was realised that a gun could be put in place to bear down on attacking forces.
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the only wild monkey population on the European continent
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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 monkeys 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.
Standing 340 metres directly above sea level, the Skywalk is located higher than the tallest point of London’s The Shard. Gibraltar’s Skywalk offers breath-taking 360º views spanning three countries and two continents.
Mark Hamill (who plays iconic character Luke Skywalker) officially opened The Skywalk in 2018.
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NEW Awakening Experience!
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Of over the 150 caves that have been discovered in the Rock of Gibraltar this is the most visited with over one million visitors per year. The cave is situated at over 300 metres above sea level.
In 1942 during the second world war blasting was in process inside this cave in order to allow for more ventilation. The cave was to be used as an emergency hospital. During the blasting, a discovery was made of a deeper system of caves which is now known as Lower St. Michael’s Cave.
In 2021 St Michael's Cave introduced a new lighting upgrade for the very best experience of the caves natural beauty, called The Awakening. Enjoy St Michael's cave like never before!
An immersive light and sound installation expressing layer upon layer of history fused with the rock. The ancient cavern lays dormant. The Awakening illuminates sculptures older than time and reawakens their hidden story...
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Entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar
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According to Greek mythology Hercules had to take on twelve tasks. One of these tasks was to bring the cattle of Geryon from the west to Eurytheus.
On his journey Hercules had to cross the Atlas Mountains. Rather than climbing over these mountains, he used his great strength to smash through them and as a result, he brought the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean together.
After he had achieved this task, the result was what is now known as The Pillars of Hercules. This became the Rock of Gibraltar on the northern side and Jebel Musa in Morocco on the southern side.
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Gibraltar's "Inside-Out" Rock Tours can provide you with the highest quality tour guide service in Gibraltar. We ensure you can see all the sights in Gibraltar whilst learning the history, culture and development of the Rock.
Carl Mesilio is our most senior professional tour guide, who was born and brought up in Gibraltar with over 15 years experience of guided tours as well as local historical knowledge.
We offer brand new 8 seater people carriers with air conditioning and fitted child safety seats. We can offer guided tours in 9 languages, featuring drop-down plasma screens fitted inside the vehicle, as well as a spoken tour given in English and/or Spanish.
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