Sightseeing in Gibraltar - what to see. Complete travel guide

Gibraltar 1. A significant part of the local population speaks English, while Portuguese and Spanish are also common. Tourists are advised to take a phrase book with them, which can make communication with local residents much easier.
2. The best time to visit Gibraltar for beach lovers and divers is July or August when the hottest weather reigns here. January and February are considered the coldest months when the air temperature rarely rises above 14 °C.
3. Gibraltar is considered to be a quite calm city, so for vacationers, it's enough to observe basic safety rules. Do not leave personal belongings and outerwear unattended. Valuable things shouldn't be taken to remote areas of the city if there is no need.
4. Local reserves are inhabited by a large number of monkeys, which are considered an important symbol of the state and enjoy all sorts of privileges. While walking, vacationers should keep a close eye on their personal belongings. Monkeys can wrest cell phones or cameras out of your hands, and no measures will be taken against the "impudent troublemakers".
5. Most government institutions serve clients from 9:00 am to 5:00-6:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday are days-off. Working hours may vary depending on the season. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. The voltage is 220-240 V, inns and hotels use three-pin British-style sockets. Some electrical devices may require special adapters, which can be bought in advance or on site.
7. Prices in local hotels and shopping centers are quite high, so budget travelers will have to spend some time searching for suitable budget hotels and restaurants. As a rule, they are located away from the city center.
Gibraltar - a British city that is located in Spain - is striking from the very first minutes. First of all, it is interesting that from the bird's eye view the city resembles a knife blade. … Open
8. In most restaurants, tips are included in the total bill, making up 10 - 15% of the order price. If the service charge is not included in the bill, you can add tips to the resulting amount on your own.
9. Tourists who are going to spend a lot of time walking around the city and exploring its attractions are advised to refrain from traveling in autumn. During this period, your vacation can be disturbed by prolonged rains.
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What to visit being in Gibraltar - unique sights

Gibraltar Airport

From the series “The Most Dangerous Runways in the World”
In May 2002 the accident happened with the aircraft Monarch Boeing 757-200 from Luton. Because of the wrong maneuver of the first pilots, the aircraft has bent forward strongly. Miraculously, thanks to the coordinated cooperation of the pilots, it has succeeded in avoiding the aircraft crash. Since 2008, Gibraltar Airport has served more than 300 thousands of passengers a year whose health and lives depend entirely on the faultless work of the pilots and the airport. … Read further

Juzcar

From the series “The Most Magical and Picturesque Cities in the World”
After the release of the movie about smurfs for the first six months, about 80000 people visited the town, whereas earlier the number of tourists did not exceed 300 people a year. For admirers of stories about smurfs, the city is interesting not only for its amazing architecture, but also for a variety of souvenir shops, as well as thematic events that taking place here. Today anyone can buy a favourite multteroy costume in a local shop, and couples can organize a wedding ceremony in a thematic style in the church. … Read further

Tips for the cities around Gibraltar

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