Compare the best sightseeing tours in Gibraltar — the Rock Tour by mini bus, dolphin watching, private taxi tours, walking tours and hikes. Prices, what's included, and how to book direct.
The best Gibraltar sightseeing tours are: the Rock Tour by mini bus (~£25, 2-3 hours, covers St Michael's Cave, macaques, Europa Point and the Great Siege Tunnels — the official cable car replacement), dolphin watching boat trips (~£20, 1.5 hours from Ocean Village), and private taxi tours of the Upper Rock (~£30 pp). The cable car is closed until 2027 — the mini bus tour is the main alternative.
The cable car is closed for a complete rebuild and is not expected to reopen until late 2027. The new cable car will be a modern, environmentally friendly attraction built by the original Swiss manufacturer, Garaventa.
Book Rock Tour by Mini Bus →From the official Rock Tour to dolphin watching and self-guided hikes — here's every sightseeing tour in Gibraltar with prices, durations and what's included.
The official cable car replacement operated by MH Bland. Covers St Michael's Cave, Europa Point, the Barbary macaques, and the Great Siege Tunnels in a single 2-3 hour trip. Best for visitors who want to see everything without walking.
See three species of wild dolphin — common, bottlenose and striped — in Gibraltar Bay. Daily departures from Ocean Village and Marina Bay. Most operators offer a free return trip if no dolphins are sighted.
Local taxi drivers offer personalised tours of the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. Door-to-door, flexible timing, and ideal for families or groups. Negotiate the price and itinerary at the taxi rank.
Walk Main Street with a local guide — Casemates Square, the Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned, Gibraltar Museum, the Moorish Castle, and the Trafalgar Cemetery. Self-guided maps also available free at the tourist board.
A challenging self-guided hike up the eastern face of the Rock with extraordinary coastal views, birdwatching (raptor migration), and access to the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. Free but requires stamina.
Cross the border from La Línea and explore Gibraltar in a day. Full itinerary covering the Upper Rock, dolphin watching, Main Street shopping, and lunch — with practical border-crossing tips.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🚌 Rock Tour by Mini Bus | From ~£25 | 2-3 hours | Most Popular |
| 🐬 Dolphin Watching Boat Tour | From ~£20 | 1.5 hours | Best Wildlife |
| 🚕 Private Taxi Tour of the Rock | From ~£30 pp | 1.5-2 hours | Most Flexible |
| 🚶 Guided Walking Tour of Main Street | Free (self-guided) / ~£15 (guided) | 1-2 hours | Best for History |
| 🥾 Mediterranean Steps Hike | Free (Nature Reserve entry ~£10) | 1.5-2 hours | Most Adventurous |
| 🚢 Gibraltar Day Trip from Spain | Free entry | Full day | Best for Day-Trippers |
Gibraltar sightseeing tours include the Rock Tour by mini bus (the official cable car replacement), dolphin watching boat trips, private taxi tours of the Upper Rock, guided walking tours of Main Street, and self-guided hikes via the Mediterranean Steps. The Rock Tour by mini bus is the most popular — it covers all the main Upper Rock attractions in 2-3 hours.
The Rock Tour by mini bus costs from ~£25 per person. Dolphin watching boat trips start at ~£20. Private taxi tours start at ~£30 per person. Walking tours of Main Street are free if self-guided, or ~£15 with a guide. The Mediterranean Steps hike is free (Nature Reserve entry ~£10).
Yes — the Rock Tour by mini bus can be booked at buytickets.gi. Dolphin watching trips can be booked at the marina or online via operators' websites. Taxi tours are arranged at the taxi rank or through your hotel. We recommend booking the Rock Tour in advance during summer and cruise-ship days.
The Rock Tour by mini bus is best for families — it covers all the main sights without walking, and children love the Barbary macaques. Dolphin watching boat trips are also great for kids aged 4+. Avoid the Mediterranean Steps hike with young children — it's steep and challenging.
No — the Gibraltar cable car is closed for a complete rebuild until late 2027. The Rock Tour by mini bus is the official replacement, operated by MH Bland (the cable car company). It covers the same Upper Rock attractions the cable car would have given access to.
The Rock Tour by mini bus takes 2-3 hours. Dolphin watching takes 1.5 hours. Taxi tours take 1.5-2 hours. Walking tours of Main Street take 1-2 hours. The Mediterranean Steps hike takes 1.5-2 hours. A full day trip from Spain allows 6-8 hours to see everything.