MASTER LAYOUT GIBRALTAR and La Linea

As a visitor, you’re in for a treat with its unique blend of British and Mediterranean influences. Gibraltar is a tiny British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, sharing its border with Spain. 

Getting There: Gibraltar International Airport serves flights from the UK and other nearby cities. Alternatively, you can fly into Malaga Airport in Spain and take a taxi or a bus to Gibraltar. If you’re coming by land, there are bus services from nearby Spanish cities.  However REMEMBER YOUR PASSPORT which will be required also remember that Gibraltar is not in the European Community since brexit and there are duty free limits to be observed.  Once you have arrived when exploring the city center and the Gibraltar Nature Reserve, you really won’t have many alternatives to walking unless you are taking one of the mini bus tours.

The currency used in Gibraltar is the Gibraltar Pound (GIP), but the British Pound (GBP) is also widely accepted, and English is the official language, but you’ll also hear Spanish and the local dialect known as “Llanito.”

Exploring Gibraltar’s city centre can be a pleasant experience with its historical landmarks and charming streets. Let’s delve into the highlights of this vibrant area:

The once military “Grand Casemates Square” holds significant historical importance. The casemates building itself used to be a fortified barracks, but now is home to an assortment of various restaurants and bars, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

Surrounding Casemates Square, you’ll come across some of Gibraltar’s impressive fortifications, including the Grand Battery, the North Bastion, and the Landport Tunnel. These fortifications give a glimpse into what was the importance of Gibraltar as well defended outpost.