April to October is ideal for outdoor activities and dolphin watching. May–June and September–October offer the best balance of warm weather, thinner crowds and good visibility for views across to Africa.

One full day covers the main highlights — the Upper Rock, a dolphin trip and Main Street. Two days lets you explore at a relaxed pace and enjoy the restaurants without rushing.

Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), a light jacket for evenings, and your passport. In summer, bring plenty of water for the Upper Rock. The Mediterranean climate means warm dry summers and mild winters.

Gibraltar uses the Gibraltar Pound (pegged to GBP). British pounds are accepted. It's comparable to UK prices for food and hotels, but duty-free shopping on perfume, electronics, alcohol and tobacco offers significant savings. Budget travellers can stay in La Línea (Spain).

English is the official language, but most locals also speak Spanish. Llanito, a unique local dialect mixing English, Spanish and Genoese, is spoken among Gibraltarians. Visitors will have no problem communicating in English.