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Gibraltar Travel Guide: 1,123 reviews and 2,268 photos

Sunset over the rock, as seen from Marbella.

Cream Teas and Tapas.

This could be any British High Street.

It could be any British High Street, with two exceptions... the prices and the climate. Shopping here is tax free, good bargains can be acquired in goods such as Alcohol, Tabacco, Jewelry and Cameras. Where else could you enjoy the the surreal experience of British life in the Mediteranean.

The Rock

The rock seen from the border.

The main feature of Gibraltar is its impressive rock, rising 1,400 feet (430 m) out of the sea and 2 miles (3.2 Km) long. It is one half of the 'Pillars of Hercules' from mythology, the Atlas mountains of Morroco across the straights being the other half. It is riddled with natural caves and man man tunnels. Historically it was a good base, controlling the entrance from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic ocean.

Last visit to Gibraltar: Oct 2002
Intro Updated Nov 15, 2004
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Reviews (10)

Dolphin (a photo I took in Eilat, Israel). - Gibraltar

Dolphin boat trip. Things to Do (3)

I've not done this trip, but have seen the dolphins in this area. A few years ago while coming down the coast of Spain... more travel advice

Gibraltar High Street - Shoppers Paradise - Gibraltar

Tax free goods. Shopping (1)

As you walk into Gibraltar's main street you will immediately notice the numerous shops selling tax free goods, it seems... more travel advice

Tour the rock Things to Do (3)

A tour I did a few years ago, a trip around the rock visiting all its attractions. You will be driven by minibus up the... more travel advice

Sulfurous fumes. Warnings and Dangers (2)

When crossing to Gibraltar from Spain you wont fail to notice the oil refineries between La Linea and Algeciras.... more travel advice

Local Customs (1)
The langauge... Llanito

Transportation (3)
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rocksy71 Mar 10, 2008 at 1:09 PM

Although I found your comment to be of definite benefit to me as I’m thinking of having a day trip to Gib from Spain, you mention about avoiding rush hour times, would that be English rush hours 7am-10am / 3pm-7pm or Gib rush hour? lol John from UK
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sugarpuff Jul 16, 2007 at 7:20 PM

Im back home this summer for three weeks (aug)..I would like to meet up with some Spanish residing VTers....any chance of that happening do you think?
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kymbanm Apr 4, 2006 at 1:39 AM

I will go there one day ....... apparently a day will be just enough time :)
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Sininen Mar 10, 2006 at 7:18 AM

Hi Stace! Enjoyed my virtual tour in Gibraltar you as my guide. A great page indeed. Happy Birthday from Finland!
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matcrazy1 Jul 1, 2005 at 12:21 PM

Very accurate and helpful tips refreshing my great memories.Haha, I was a bit shocked when I, a pedestrian entering Gibraltar, had to give a way to... taking off airplanes :-). I didn't know about Llanito.
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keida84 Apr 20, 2005 at 9:30 PM

Oh so it;s the old "dolphin photo i took in Israel" trick. Great info on Gibraltar Stace, I am learning so much about world geography! Thanks, Kat
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Janny63 Jan 23, 2005 at 2:29 PM

I want to go back just to see the dolphins and I did not know they had their own language.
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dr.firas Dec 17, 2004 at 2:58 AM

Hey Stace, great page about a wonderful spot on Earth, I saw the famous Gibraltar mounatin on the Horrizon from Morroco's beach, ;-D
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beret Oct 28, 2004 at 11:04 AM

Hmmm, when do the Brits plan to vacate the Rock and let Spain have it? Just stirring the pot....
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ginte Aug 18, 2004 at 4:12 AM

Interesting page of great place! Happy travels and best wishes.