Activity Gibraltar

Gibraltar Walking Tour

3.7 (10 reviews) 1 h 45 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Our Walk Through History tour is designed to provide you with a unique experience exploring Gibraltar's old town, rich military history, and diverse natural beauty. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this journey promises not only fascinating insights into the history and culture of the region but also a commitment to responsible tourism.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Blands Travel

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide

Not included

Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Grand Casemates Square

Passing by

Grand Casemates Square is the larger of the two main squares within the city centre of Gibraltar. The square takes its name from the British-built Grand Casemates, a casemate and bombproof barracks at the northern end of the square completed in 1817.

The guide will explain the history of the square from the Moorish times to present day.

Also have a look at the 18th century drawbridge which was the only land entrance on and off the Rock for pedestrians during this period.
Stop 2

5 min

Landport Gate historically was the only entrance into the fortification of Gibraltar. This tunnel was covered by twenty guns making it perilous to attack and safeguarding the British soldiers inside. This tunnel leads to Casemates Square. The original gate is still standing.
Irish Town

15 min

As you stroll through Irish Town Gibraltar – the narrow street that was once the main thoroughfare and commercial centre of Gibraltar – cast your mind back three hundred years to when it was once known as Calle de Santa Ana. It was dominated by three convents but the peace of this religious fraternity was short-lived, however, when the British captured Gibraltar in 1704 converting the convents of Calle de Santa Ana into military barracks, the street became know as Irish Town since it formed part of the barrack compound where the lower military Irish ranks were housed. During the Great Siege which ended in 1783, in which Spain tried to recapture Gibraltar, most of the old town including the buildings along Irish Town, was razed to the ground.
Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned

5 min

You will be able to admire the inside of the Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned.
Main Street

20 min

Then you will walk along Main Street and pass by the Gibraltar law courts and the guide will explain the history and then towards the Anglican cathedral and you will be able to admire this wonderful building.
Stop 6

10 min

Then you will proceed North towards the British Governor's Residence the Convent and pause whilst the guide will talk about the building and its haunting history.
Trafalgar Cemetery

10 min

You will then go down towards Southport gates, the exit of the fortifications of the City. You will arrive at the famous Trafalgar cemetery named after the Battle of Trafalgar 1805. The Trafalgar Cemetery occupies a small area of land just to the South of the City Walls in what had been a defensive ditch during the period of Spanish rule of Gibraltar.

The guide will give you some history of this historical site and how the battle of Trafalgar was won just 72 nautical miles from Gibraltar and its connection to Gibraltar.

your tour ends here

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting for you by the arches at the entrance of Grand Casemates Square.

End point

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.