The back story
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The back story
Gibraltar, the Rock at the gateway to the Mediterranean: the back story
A British Overseas Territory on a limestone rock at the entrance to the Mediterranean, about an hour’s drive west of Marbella.
Beyond Marbella · about an hour by car
Gibraltar: Our Favourites
The Rock, the macaques and Main Street: crossing the border into Gibraltar from La Línea.
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What to see
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The Rock
The Upper Rock Nature Reserve
The top of the Rock: the Apes’ Den, the Mediterranean Steps, the WWII tunnels and the Windsor Suspension Bridge.
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Inside the Rock
St Michael’s Cave
A great limestone cave inside the Rock, with a natural hall used for concerts.
Getting there
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British-territory airport
Gibraltar Airport
A small airport in Gibraltar, with flights mainly to the UK; you cross the border on foot or by car.
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Been there? Share your experience and tips with other visitors.
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