Welcome to Gibraltar

At the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, Gibraltar is the southernmost point of Europe. “The Rock” itself is mainly Jurassic Limestone, some 200 million years old. Shoppers make their way here for the VAT-free shopping and variety of stores along the pedestrian-friendly Main Street thoroughfare.

Ocean activities are a big draw here, from diving amidst the spectacular marine biodiversity and shipwrecks to lounging on miles of sandy beaches. There are art walks to take, caves in which to descend and churches, temples and mosques to explore. Come discover “The Rock.”

Unique Facts

• Europe’s only wild monkey population lives in Gibraltar. There are around 300 of the mischievous Barbary macaques on “The Rock.”
• The airport runway is one of the strangest in the world. The runway is bisected by the busy road of Winston Churchill Avenue, which closes whenever a plane lands or departs.
• Gibraltar has its own language, Llanito, a mix of Andalusian Spanish and English.
• Gibraltar has one UNESCO World Heritage Site – Gorham’s Cave – which is a complex of four sea caves thought to be one of the last known habitations of the European Neanderthals.
• Gibraltar is a birdwatching paradise, with more than 300 species passing through while they migrate from Africa to Europe.

Language

Gibraltar’s official language is English.

When To Go

The best time to go to Gibraltar is April through November.

Airports

Gibraltar International Airport

Passport Validity

Passport must be valid at time of entry.

Visa Required By US Citizen?

None

Vaccinations

The CDC recommends the following vaccine for all travelers when visiting Gibraltar: Measles, routine vaccinations, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Rabies vaccines.

Electrical Outlets

Power plugs and sockets: type G. Standard voltage: 220V. Frequency: 50Hz.

Currency

Gibraltar Pound

Getting Around

There are nine bus routes that provide service around Gibraltar, traveling to popular landmarks. Rental cars are available.

Driver’s License

An international driving permit is required.

US Embassy Info

US Embassy London
33 Nine Elms Lane
London SW11 7US
United Kingdom
Tel: 44-0-20-7499-9000

Local Visitor Info

Tourist Information Offices
Gibraltar Heritage Trust
The Main Guard, 13 John Mackintosh Square
Tel: +350 200 45000 / +350 200 74950
Frontier Information Office
Customs Building, Winston Churchill Avenue
Tel: +350 200 50762
Cruise Terminal
North Mole, Gibraltar
Tel: +350 200 47071

Local Emergency Phone Numbers

Emergency Only: 199
Emergency Only (Mobiles): 122
Fire and Ambulance: 190

Safety and Security

The crime rate is low in Gibraltar.