Cruises from GIBRALTAR port
"Gibraltar" is a popular cruise point due to its low tax status and British shops such as Marks & Spencers, Next and BHS. Don't miss the Cable Car (Closed on 18th November for a full rebuild and is expected to reopen again in 2027) or a tour of the Upper Rock for views over to Africa - Morocco is just 14km away - the famous Barbary apes and Upper St Michael's cave.
The new cruise ship terminal is just five minutes from the airport, and one mile from the centre of town. Up to 37 vessels dock every month, with a total of 64,000 passengers.
Many world cruises stop in Gibraltar - companies operating cruises which dock at 'the Rock' include:
P&0, Fred Olsen, Crystal, Thomson, Princess, Phoenix Reisen, Saga, Kristina, Silversea, Royal Caribbean, Voyages of Discovery, Oceana, Cunard, Azmara, Star Clippers, Disney Cruise Line, Pullmantur and MSC.
Routes from the UK with stops in Gibraltar include Southampton to Cartegena; Alicante; Toulon; and Cannes; and Liverpool to Cartagena.
Cruises Stopping in Gibraltar
Once in gibraltar
Gorham's Cave Complex © VisitGibraltar.gi
The Gorham's Cave complex was added to the UNESCO World heritage list in 2016. Access to the caves is strictly controlled, and visitors must be accompanied by a guide approved by the Director… More →
For exact visa requirements based on your nationality, you can check the official Gibraltar Borders & Coastguard Agency list © Visit Gibraltar
You will need a passport to enter Gibraltar unless you are an EU citizen with a valid national identity card. Citizens from many countries are required to obtain a visa before entering Gibraltar… More →
Uncover the Rock’s charm one journey at a time © VisitGibraltar
Gibraltar is so small (about 6 square kilometres) that getting around town - and around The Rock, in general - is a feasible option, if you have the time and energy.
Discover Gibraltar's rich heritage and hidden curiosities at the Tourist Office © Visit Gibraltar
Find tourist offices in Gibraltar at the following locations: Casemates Square, Airport Arrivals Hall, Gibraltar Coach Terminus, Gibraltar Cruise Terminal, Frontier
Shopping on Main Street, Gibraltar
Gibraltar has an extensive array of shops, from luxury brands to British high-street stores, keeping window shoppers & shopaholics alike entertained.
Rock Hotel offers a traditional British afternoon tea experience © Michelle Chaplow
Gibraltar is a multi-cultural community so it follows that its range of restaurants reflects the tastes of its inhabitants. Running parallel to Main Street is the pedestrianised Irish Town that is… More →
The Barbary Apes of Gibraltar © VisitGibraltar.gi
The Rock of Gibraltar is a giant slab of jagged Jurassic limestone. It has dominated the Straits of Gibraltar for around 200 million years and of course over such a period has continually changed… More →
Ocean Village © Visit Gibraltar
There are two marinas in Gibraltar, Ocean Village and Queensway Quay offering excellent berthing facilities, shops and restaurants. Sailing boats are available for charter.
Majestic views of the iconic Rock of Gibraltar towering over the serene, azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea
The land frontier between Gibraltar and Spain is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week both for vehicles and pedestrians. There is no limit on the number of frontier crossings you can make. Since… More →
Poolside on The Rock at the Rock hotel Gibraltar © Michelle Chaplow
Gibraltar does not lack accommodation and has several luxury hotels, as well as more basic, affordable ones. There are also many self-catering rental options, including apartments and villas, for… More →
An Aerial view of Gibraltar
While Gibraltar has much in common with its next door neighbour, southern Spain, it also has a fascinating history all its own as well as special climatic conditions, its own particular geography… More →
The airport of Gibraltar is stunning because planes land dramatically right next to the sea, with the famous Rock of Gibraltar towering over the runway. EasyJet is the largest airline operator, with the airport also being served by British Airways.
Gibraltar airport (IATA: GIB, ICAO: LXGB) is located about 2km from the town centre, adjacent to the frontier with Spain. The new 84m pound terminal, which opened in 2012, is spacious and… More →
Young Barbary Macaques Play Fighting© VisitGibraltar.gi
Perhaps the most famous residents of Gibraltar are the Barbary macaques, the only wild monkeys in Europe. These intelligent primates roam freely on the Upper Rock, especially around the Apes… More →