Princess Caroline's Battery, Moorish Castle Travel Guide

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Explore Gibraltar's military heritage at Princess Caroline's Battery, home to the Military Heritage Centre and a window into the Rock's strategic past.

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Princess Caroline's Battery

Princess Caroline's Battery, constructed in 1732 and named after the daughter of King George II, is a historical artillery battery located at the northern end of the Upper Rock Nature Reserve in Gibraltar. Today, it houses the Military Heritage Centre, including the Memorial Chamber, offering visitors a glimpse into Gibraltar's military past.

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Wear comfortable shoes, as exploring the battery and the surrounding Upper Rock Nature Reserve involves walking on uneven terrain.
Bring a camera to capture the panoramic views of Gibraltar and the surrounding areas from the battery.
Check the opening hours of the Military Heritage Centre before your visit.

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Getting There

Walking

From Casemates Square, walk south along Main Street, then turn left onto Queensway Road. Continue on Queensway Road, following signs for the Upper Rock Nature Reserve and Princess Caroline's Battery. The walk is uphill and takes approximately 30-45 minutes. Note that there is a charge to enter the Upper Rock Nature Reserve.
Public Transport

From the Gibraltar bus terminal, take a bus that goes to the 'The Rock Hotel' or 'Queensway'. Alight at the bus stop closest to The Rock Hotel. From there, walk along Queensway Road, following the signs uphill towards Princess Caroline's Battery. Bus fare is approximately £1.20. Note that there is a charge to enter the Upper Rock Nature Reserve.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Gibraltar. A taxi from the Gibraltar International Airport to Princess Caroline's Battery will cost approximately £20. The journey takes around 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic. Note that there is a charge to enter the Upper Rock Nature Reserve.

Discover more about Princess Caroline's Battery

Princess Caroline's Battery, situated in Gibraltar's Upper Rock Nature Reserve, offers a compelling glimpse into the territory's military history. Constructed in 1732 and named in honor of Princess Caroline, daughter of King George II, the battery played a role in the defense of Gibraltar.Over the years, the battery has been updated with new armaments, including a 6-inch Mark VII gun installed in 1905. Although decommissioned and its guns removed, the site remains significant. The underground magazine now houses the Military Heritage Centre, which features the Memorial Chamber. Visitors can explore relics from the 18th century to the present, including weapons and shells. The Memorial Chamber pays tribute to the regiments deployed to Gibraltar since the early 18th century.Located at the junction of Willis's Road and Queen's Road, the battery is accessible from the town. It's worth noting that the nearby Princess Anne's Battery is often mistaken for Princess Caroline's Battery.