Excursion Royal ways & canapes tour at Gibraltar

Discover the panoramic beauty and historic sites of Gibraltar during this immersive, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Gibraltar, American War Memorial, Trafalgar Cemetery, North African Coast, Straits of Gibraltar

Depart the pier for the short drive along the outskirts of town, past the American War Memorial and Trafalgar Cemetery, en route to Europa Point. Upon arrival, take in spectacular panoramic views of the coast of North Africa, approximately 12 miles (about 19.3 kilometres) across the famous Straits of Gibraltar. After a photo stop here, re-board your coach and head to Haynes Cave Battery. From here, continue on-foot to the nearby Windsor Suspension Bridge.

Windsor Bridge, Gibraltar Bay & City Views, King Charles V Wall, Macaques

One of Gibraltar's newest tourist attractions, the Windsor Bridge is not for the faint-hearted. This spectacular feat of engineering is approximately 233 feet (about 71 metres) in length across an approximately 164-foot-deep (about 50-metre-deep) gorge, affording visitors magnificent views across the bay and city of Gibraltar. After crossing the Windsor Bridge, walk down for a photo stop at the King Charles V Wall, better-known as the 'Ape's Den'. Here, macaques, a breed of tail-less monkeys, roam free on the rocky slopes. These endearing creatures have a penchant for handbags, cameras, and hats. Please note they are wild animals, and not to be fed, touched, nor handled, however friendly they may seem.

Princess Caroline's Battery, City Hall, Mayor's Parlour, Canapes, National Art Gallery, Mayor

Next, re-board your coach and drive to the nearby Princess Caroline's Battery, a former artillery battery located at the northern end of the Gibraltar Nature Reserve. Constructed in 1732, it was named after the third daughter of King George II. Your last stop is at City Hall. Here, visit the Mayor's Parlour, and enjoy some cold canapes and beverages. Some free time is then made available to explore the building, including the National Art Gallery, where you can view and take photos of the works on display. You may even run into His Worship, the Mayor of Gibraltar, and enjoy a chance to chat and even be photographed with him. Leaving City Hall, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Gibraltar City, Bay & Straits, Europa Point, Haynes Cave Battery, Windsor Bridge, King Charles V Wall, Macaques, Mayor's Parlour, Canapes, National Art Gallery

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 547 yards (about 500 metres), at times over uneven, natural, and cobblestone surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, 15 steps at the Mayor's Parlour, and 25 steps at Rooke's Battery. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, and British Pounds, Euros, or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Do not feed, touch, or handle the macaques, as they are wild animals. We highly-recommend leaving your personal belongings on the bus when able; otherwise, make sure they are always visible. The tour sequence may vary. Minibuses are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found in other ports of call. There is no compartment to store foldable wheelchair or walkers.