Day Trips to Gibraltar from Seville

The Rock of Gibraltar is a blend of Andalusian and British ambience and at every corner of the 59 km Rock, tourists and locals alike find a new curiosity. It is not surprising then that when considering what to see and do in Seville, a trip to the Rock is at the top of the travellers' list.

On your excursion to Gibraltar you can visit the Skywalk, set to become Gibraltar's main tourist attraction along with Spain's only natural reserve of macaque monkeys. You will also see the exciting Windsor Bridge and have the chance to spot dolphins, orcas and whales.

With this day tour of Gibraltar you will see the main attractions of the Rock of Gibraltar for an affordable price, without the need to worry about forgetting any of the area's sights.

The tour starts in Seville with pick-up from your hotel or a point close to your accommodation. After crossing the border between Spain and the UK, the group will continue the tour through the most popular streets of Gibraltar.

Once located on the lower Rock, the group will pass the bars, shops and quaint buildings of Main Street accompanied by your expert guide.

The tour will continue to the Pillars of Hercules, where a 360-degree viewpoint will give you a panoramic view shared between Africa and Europe.

During the walk you will be accompanied by your guide and the stars of the place: the macaque monkeys.

Movie fact

In 2018, Luke Skywalker himself, iconic Star Wars actor Mark Hamill, opened the Skywalk at the top of the Rock. Bring your lightsaber and take your picture just like Anakin Skywalker's son did.

Details of interest

• Price: From 111 €.
• Duration: Approximately 9 - 10 hours.
• Itinerary: Walk along Main Street, guided walk along the rock, visit to the viewpoint of the Pillars of Hercules, tour of the Cave of San Miguel, an interesting grotto that will not leave you indifferent. You will then return to Seville.
• Pros: The comfort of the transfer stands out in this tour (in a private car it is usually tedious, it takes up to 3 hours passing the checkpoint). Also, the guides speak your language and the cheapest price on the market, all in all an excellentactivityto see and do in Seville in 1 day.
• Cons: Groups can get large. For this type of tour the operators accept up to 20 people.

The Rock of Gibraltar is located 17 km from the Spanish coast and only 14 km from Tangier, so excursionsto Morocco from Seville depart from cities near Gibraltar.

However, you don't need to cross the sea to share in the cultural fusion of the region, with this 1 day tour you can experience the whole Rock including the Army Museum.

Upon entering the UK Overseas Territory, the group will make their first stop at the viewpoint of the Pillars of Hercules, followed by the stalactites and stalagmites of a curiously illuminated cave.

You will pass the Monkey Guards*, a former coastal artillery battery, the Windsor Suspension Bridge, the Rock's shopping area and more. The whole tour will be enlivened by the expert guide who will share the history of the British colony and anecdotes of the place.

Details of interest

• Price: From 119 €.
• Duration: Approximately 10 hours.
• Itinerary: Guided walk around the Rock, crossing the Windsor Suspension Bridge, visit to the Army Museum in Gibraltar(100 Ton Gun Napier of Magdala Battery), the Monkey's Den, the Pillars of Hercules viewpoint, tour of St Michael's Cave, walk along Main Street and return to the pick-up point.
• Pros: One of the most comprehensive of the Gibraltar walks. The convenience of the transfer is also a plus, as well as the multilingual guides often offered by tour operators. Spanish, English, Italian and French are common languages among experts in the area, just let them know your language.
• Cons: Groups can get large. Also, while the hike is complete, another of the area's attractions - dolphin watching - is still missing.

Meet the dolphins and whales in the Rock of Gibraltar! There are six species of cetaceans and seven species of dolphins in Gibraltar, according to the marine observatory and you can see them on this tour. Once you are picked up from your hotel or point close to your accommodation, get ready for one of the best tours and excursions from Seville.

Dolphin watching is something unique, few people have the opportunity to share such a meaningful experience with them. After the pick up in Seville, the group will head to Gibraltar to watch dolphins and whales on a 2 hour boat trip.

As the group sails, they will see Morocco, the Rock of Gibraltar and part of Spain in the background, a perfect picture perfect image.

At the end of the sea trip, the group will return to land where they can stroll through the streets of the Rock, have lunch and return to their point of origin with the tour transport.

Details of interest

• Price: From 95 €.
• Duration: 2 hours by boat plus transfer from Seville to Gibraltar and passing through the city, approximately 6 hours.
• Itinerary: Pick up in Seville, boat trip around Gibraltar, walk and lunch along Main Street, return to the starting point.
• Pros: Dolphin and whale watching is one of those experiences that everyone should experience at least once and if it is with the family the memory is even better, for that reason this is one of the things to do in Seville with children highly recommended. The convenience of the transfer is also a plus, as well as the multilingual guides often offered by tour operators.
• Cons: You should choose the right date if you want to see the most cetaceans. The warmer the temperature, the more species you are likely to see. I recommend you to include this activity among your thingsto do in Seville in August.

We went through the excursions where you join numerous groups of strangers, now we come to the private excursions. In this type of excursion you join up to a maximum of 8 people to make your tour of the Rock of Gibraltar.

In addition to the benefits of travelling with friends or family, the operators offer discounts for the number of participants. My recommendation is that you join up to 7 other adventurers and coordinate to save costs while enjoying one of the best tours and excursions from Seville.

The tour starts with a scenic drive from Seville down to Gibraltar as you pass around the Pueblos Blancos. As you look out over the wooded landscape as you stroll through the Alcornocales National Park you will be enchanted by the beauty of the area. The excursion to the Pueblos Blancos from Seville is usually the next activity after travelling to Gibraltar just for this glimpse, so imagine the visual spectacle.

As the small group drives along the road, the guide shares information about the history, geography and culture of Gibraltar. Along the way you'll see the Moorish castle and enjoy the sea views at Europa Point, the southern tip of Gibraltar. Once on British soil, the group is led through St Michael's Cave and the Monkey's Den where the little apes make their home.

You will then be able to tour the World War II tunnels. Continue to the entrance of this extraordinary underground network where you will learn how the British housed troops, food and ammunition in 1940. Finally, the group descends to the streets of the Rock to enjoy some free time, have lunch and explore the town. At the end of the tour you will return to the starting point of the excursion.

Details of interest

• Price: From 388 €.
• Duration: Approximately 10 hours.
• Itinerary: Pick up in Seville, drive through the province of Cadiz and, once in Gibraltar, start the famous Rock Tour from the viewpoint by the Pillars of Hercules, the Cave of San Miguel and farewell to the city with a walk and lunch on Main Street. At the end of the tour the tour operator will take you back to the starting point in Seville.
• Pros: The Rock of Gibraltar is a place where crowds are common, travelling in small groups (up to 8 people) allows you to fully appreciate each point of interest and in general the isthmus as a whole. On the other hand, the price of this type of excursion varies according to the number of people on the tour. Try to plan the tour with your friends and family to save on costs.
• Cons: This type of tour is designed to share the experience with a small group, if you are a backpacker or solo tourist and are not interested in privacy, the first three alternatives on this list are better suited to you.

Yes, you have several alternatives, you can do it alone or with a group, you just have to take into consideration that the transfer between Seville and Gibraltar will be on your own.

Rock of Gibraltar tour with transport

This tour includes almost two hours around the Rock with a guide. Operators accept up to 25 participants and entry to St Michael's Cave, The Rock and the Monkey's Den is guaranteed and covered.

Details of interest

• Price: From €40.
• Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes.
• Itinerary: Pick up from one of the meeting points on the Queensway coastal road, transfer by air-conditioned transport to St Michael's Cave, Monkey's Den, The Rock and return to the starting point.
• Pros: Entrance fees and multilingual guides included.
• Cons: Groups are large and the entire tour is done by shuttle. This tour is ideal for travellers who are not interested in hiking but want to see the Rock.

Tour of the Rock of Gibraltar by bicycle

Would you like to cycle up the Rock of Gibraltar? With this tour you can make it happen. The experience starts at one of the EBike Experience branches, from then on, bring plenty of water (you'll need it, seriously, the guides bring bottled water but the better hydrated you are in Gibraltar, the better).

Frankly, this tour is one of the most comprehensive, including entrance fees to six of the points of interest, an expert guide and bike hire. It's three hours of entertainment where fitness is key. For sports enthusiasts it is an excellent alternative to get to know the Rock of Gibraltar.

Details of interest

• Price: From €80.
• Duration: 3 hours.
• Itinerary: The tour starts at one of the EBike Experience venues then the group of maximum 10 people will go to: St Michael's Cave, the Skywalk, the Monkey's Den, The Rock, O'Hara's Battery and the Pillars of Hercules, returning to the starting point.
• Pros: Entrance to six attractions on the Rock, the multilingual guide, the bike ride is included in the price. Also, the groups are small.
• Cons: It is designed for cyclists, athletes or physically active people, it is three hours cycling.

Rock of Gibraltar Group Tour (fixed price)

This tour starts at the port of Gibraltar, the border between Spain and the UK, at the cruise terminal or Main Street. You can reach this point by taking the M-120 bus which takes 4 hours and 30 minutes to reach the border. You can also travel by private car taking the E-5 and A-381 for approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes (I do not recommend this option as the price of the trip rises considerably, however, it is still an alternative). Once at the meeting point a luxury service begins.

The tour operator will take you to St Michael's Cave, The Great Siege Tunnels, the Pillars of Hercules, the Skywalk, the Windsor Suspension Bridge, the Monkey Lair and The Rock in a luxury minivan while sharing the history and curiosities of the place.

Details of interest

• Price: From €527 (group rate up to 8 people).
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
• Itinerary: All fees and taxes, entrance fees and access to: St Michael's Cave, The Great Siege Tunnels, the Pillars of Hercules, the Skywalk, the Windsor Suspension Bridge, the Monkey's Den and The Rock.
• Pros: Entrance fees and guides at all major attractions in the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. The rate is for a group of 2 to 8 people.
• Cons: You must make your own way to Gibraltar. This tour is ideal for group travellers who choose to stay in Gibraltar.

Throughout the year it is possible to see whales, dolphins, sea turtles and even the Sperm Whale in Gibraltar, however, in order not to depend on chance and to increase your chances of seeing as many marine species as possible, include this excursion in your activities to do and see in Seville in spring.

You can also take this tour in high season when the warmer weather attracts more species. Put "whale and dolphin watching" on your itinerary as one of your thingsto do in Seville in summer and get ready to enjoy some of the best whale and dolphin watching on the Peninsula. You have eight months, between March and October, to live this experience!