It is a multi-sport venue which, as of 2019, hosts rugby, cricket, squash and football matches. It is also used for the country’s annual Music Festival. Many teams also use it as a training center, as it provides very high level services. Since May 2024 it has been approved by UEFA to host UEFA football matches.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO EUROPA POINT STADIUM
*** BUS: 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9.
GIBRALTAR: THE AWESOME CITY WITH THE HISTORICAL ROCK
Gibraltar is a country that joins the Mediterranean Sea with the Atlantic Ocean and its British influences compose a magical puzzle of images and feelings. European charm meets Mediterranean beauty and the imposing rock offers rich experiences to the traveler. With the impressive rock as a background, you can swim, stroll around the historical spots, have fun and of course enjoy the football game.
Currency: Gibraltar Pound
Calling Code: +350
Nearest airports from city center: Gibraltar Airport (3km), Cadiz Airport (123km), Malaga Airport (127km), Seville Airport (209km), Granada Airport (246km), Almeria Airprt (354km), Faro Airport (397km),
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** ST. MICHAEL’S CAVE (St Michael Rd, Gibraltar GX11 1AA)
It is located 274 meters above sea level and is full of stalactites and stalagmites. Traces of habitation have been found 40,000 years ago.
*** GREAT SIEGE TUNNELS (1b Leanse Place, Gibraltar GX11 1AA)
The labyrinth of tunnels is one of the most important defense systems in the world and deserves to be one of your first choices to visit.
*** MOORISH CASTLE (5 Moorish Castle Estate, Gibraltar GX11 1AA)
You should definitely visit the medieval fortification of Gibraltar, which, among other things, was a prison.
*** SKYWALK
It is at an altitude of 340 meters above sea level and offers a tremendous view of three countries and two continents!
*** TUNEL DE LA SEGUNDA GUERRA MUNDIAL (4MV2+P9M, Willis’s Rd, Gibraltar GX11 1AA)
It is worth visiting the defense tunnel against air, sea and land attacks during the World War II.
*** BOTANIC GARDENS (4JJX+PCM, Red Sands Rd, Gibraltar GX11 1AA)
Opened in 1816, it is one of the most beautiful Botanical Gardens in the world with almost 2,000 species of plants.
*** OCEAN VILLAGE (Ocean Village, Ocean Village Promenade, GX11 1AA)
It is a wonderful marina where you can enjoy your food and drink in over 20 restaurants and bars.
*** O’ HARA’S BATTERY (Ohara’s Rd, Gibraltar GX11 1AA)
It is located at the highest point of the iconic Rock of Gibraltar and was the observatory for enemy movements even 100km away. It is named after General Charles O’Hara who was Governor of Gibraltar (1795-1802).
*** EUROPA POINT LIGHTHOUSE (4M54+V3M, Europa Point, Gibraltar GX11 1AA)
It was built in 1841 and is essentially the gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.
*** MOSQUE OF THE KING FAHD BIN ABDULAZIZ AL SAUD (GX11 1AA, Gibraltar, GX11 1AA)
Opened in 1997, it is an impressive mosque complex that attracts millions of visitors. It was a gift from King Fahd Al Saud.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** You must definitely take the Gibraltar Cable Car
which is a unique experience.
*** If you like hiking, then you should walk the Mediterranean Steps.
*** One of the most photographed spots in the city is the Windsor Suspension Bridge.
*** Grand Casemates Square is the main square of the capital and the meeting place for the majority of the locals.
*** We would recommend you to visit the Gibraltar National Museum to learn the History of the country.
*** Napier of Magdala Battery and Military Heritage Center are also two important museums of the country.
FOOD AND DRINK
The cuisine of Gibraltar is fantastic, because it is a combination of the cuisines of Great Britain and Andalusia. You can also find cuisines influenced by Portugal, Spain, Italy and Malta. The combination of Mediterranean and British cuisine is incredible. You should definitely try the traditional pasta Rosto and Fideos al horno. Locals also boast about Calentita which is a baked pancake-like dish and Panissa which looks like Calentita. Also try the Torta de Acelgas which is a spinach pie. Of course you can find restaurants with cuisines from all over Europe, Asia and America. For sweets, try Milhojas, Bollo de hornasso and Pan dulce. Accompany your food with a beer or a nice wine.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find some hotel or accommodation options for all budgets in the city center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** For your shopping you can visit Cornwall’s Centre.
*** The International Commercial Center is also a very good choice for your shopping.
*** Locals also prefer Cornwalls Yard for their shopping.
***Main Street is the most popular street for your shopping.
*** In Gibraltar you will even meet Barbary Macaque! You will love it!!!
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot.
CITIES NEAR GIBRALTAR
Major cities close to Gibraltar are Estepona (51km), Cadiz (119km), Malaga (137km), Sevilla (200km), Granada (256km), Cordoba (291km), Almeria (339km).
