How to Visit Gibraltar in 2026: No Cable Car & New Border Rules

MPORTANT 2026 UPDATE: Planning a trip to Gibraltar? Everything has changed! The iconic Cable Car is officially CLOSED for major reconstruction until 2027. Watch Next:    • 10 European Countries That Are Still CHEAP...  

Don't worry, the Rock is still amazing, but you need a new plan to get to the top. In this updated guide for 2026, we show you the best new ways to see the monkeys, the Skywalk, and the tunnels using E-Bikes and Minibuses, plus crucial updates on the new seamless border crossing from Spain.

👇 BEST WAYS TO VISIT THE ROCK IN 2026 (Cable Car Alternatives) 👇 Since the walk-up price for the Nature Reserve has jumped to ~£30, these tours are now the best value and save your legs on the steep climb!
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🚲 OUR #1 PICK: Guided E-Bike "Rock to the Top" Tour (Handles the steep climbs easily, eco-friendly, reaches spots cars can't!) 👉 [INSERT YOUR E-BIKE AFFILIATE LINK HERE]

🚐 BEST FOR FAMILIES: The Official Minibus Rock Tour (Includes entry tickets and drives you right to the caves and monkeys) 👉 [INSERT YOUR MINIBUS AFFILIATE LINK HERE]

🇪🇺 THE NEW "BORDERLESS" GIBRALTAR IN 2026 2026 marks the beginning of a truly historic new chapter for Gibraltar. With the new Schengen agreement scheduled to come into full effect, the physical border fence is planned to finally come down, making the crossing from Spain faster and smoother than ever before. This transforms the journey into a seamless transition from the sunny Costa del Sol straight into this unique slice of 'Little England.'

In This Video
00:00 The New Gibraltar 2026 Hook
00:28 Location and Getting There
00:55 Crossing the Border and Where to Stay
01:16 Walking Across the Active Airstrip
02:08 Cable Car Closed: How to Get Up The Rock Now
02:30 Top of the Rock Observation Deck
02:51 Nature Reserve Prices and E-Bike Tours
03:42 The Famous Monkeys (Apes' Den)
04:22 The Skywalk (Glass Floor Views)
04:59 Douglas Lookout and Hiking Paths
05:48 O'Hara's Battery and Tunnels
06:34 St. Michael's Cave
07:44 Windsor Suspension Bridge
09:38 World War II Tunnels
10:24 Jews' Gate Cemetery
11:31 Mediterranean Steps
12:21 Final Tips and Beaches
12:53 The New Borderless Gibraltar (2026 Update)

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Once you're in, there is so much to explore beyond just the monkeys. You can wander through the newly refurbished Moorish Castle which dates back to the 12th century, soak up the atmosphere in the lovely city center with its red phone booths and fish and chip shops, or dive deep into the 'City Under Siege' exhibition, which features fascinating new displays depicting the incredible history of this pivotal rock.

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