Best free things to do in Gibraltar
By Ethan Roworth·Last checked 2 June 2026
The famous stuff costs money. The good news is plenty of Gibraltar is free, and some of it is better than the paid attractions. Here are the free things actually worth doing, mostly walks and views.
Europa Point
The southernmost tip of Gibraltar, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic and Morocco is just 14 kilometres away. Free, open all day, worth it at sunset.
Why we picked it: Free, dramatic, with the mosque, lighthouse, and views to Morocco. Best at sunset.
Casemates Square
The main square of Gibraltar, once a military parade ground and place of public execution, now the busy social centre of town life.
Why we picked it: The main square, free to wander, full of life, especially in the evening.
Mediterranean Steps
A demanding cliff-path hike along the eastern face of the Rock, with near-vertical drops to the Mediterranean and views across to Morocco on a clear day.
Why we picked it: A walking trail up the east face of the Rock. Free if you enter from the south. One of the best hikes in Europe.
FAQs
Are there any free attractions in Gibraltar? ▼
Yes, plenty. Europa Point, Casemates Square, Botanical Gardens, the beaches, and several walking trails.
Do you have to pay to see the apes? ▼
Yes, the apes are inside the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. £30 per adult. There are no free apes elsewhere.
Researched and written by Ethan Roworth
I live in Gibraltar. Every pick on this page has been checked against the operator's own website. I am not paid to rank operators in any particular order. Some links on this site are affiliate links, but the rankings are based on what I would actually recommend. Read more about how we research.