Gibraltar Cable Car: Ascend to Panoramic Views
Reach the Top of the Rock in minutes for stunning views, Barbary macaques, and historical exploration. A Gibraltar must-see!
The Gibraltar Cable Car offers a swift and scenic ride to the top of the Rock of Gibraltar, providing stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the Strait of Gibraltar, Spain, and Morocco. It's a must-do attraction for visitors seeking breathtaking vistas and encounters with the famous Barbary macaques.
A brief summary to Gibraltar Cable Car
- Red Sands Rd, Gibraltar, GX11 1AA, GI
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- Monday 9:30 am-7:15 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am-7:15 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-7:15 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-7:15 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-7:15 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-7:15 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-7:15 pm
Local tips
- Purchase tickets online in advance to avoid long queues, especially during peak tourist season.
- Arrive early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the busiest times.
- Be mindful of the Barbary macaques; secure your belongings, as they are known to be mischievous.
- Consider purchasing a Nature Reserve ticket to access other attractions on the Upper Rock, such as St. Michael's Cave and the Great Siege Tunnels.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From the Gibraltar border or the Cruise Ship Terminal, take a local bus to the Boyd Street Terminus. Bus lines 2, 3, 4, 5 & 10 will drop you off within a short walking distance of the Cable Car base station. From the Boyd Street Terminus, walk south along Main Street, then turn left onto Red Sands Road. The Cable Car base station is located at the end of Red Sands Road, next to the Alameda Gardens. A single bus fare is approximately £2.20.
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Walking
From Main Street, head south towards the Alameda Gardens. Turn left onto Red Sands Road, and the Cable Car base station will be at the end of the road, adjacent to the gardens. The walk from the city center is approximately 15-20 minutes.
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Shuttle
A free shuttle service is available from the Gibraltar border to the Cable Car base station for those who have pre-purchased their tickets online or at the Gibraltarinfo kiosk. The shuttle departs every 30 minutes from the left side of the road, just before the runway. Be aware that traffic may cause delays to the service.
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