CloseGibraltar Continues its programme of regenerating key tourist sites in destination. These include:
The Opening of Moorish Castle & the Northern Defences
Gibraltar’s iconic Moorish Castle is being reborn. Extensive restoration of the Tower of Homage and adjacent structures is opening spaces unseen for centuries and creating new walkways that link the Castle directly to the revitalised Northern Defences—an immersive chain of bastions, tunnels, and gun positions now open and undergoing further visitor-focused upgrades. Together they form a seamless heritage corridor from Casemates to the Upper Rock, inviting residents and visitors to explore Gibraltar’s layered story in one dramatic ascent.
WWII Tunnels: What’s New & What’s Next
“The Tunnels – Gibraltar’s WWII Experience” relaunched in 2025 after a full upgrade: interactive exhibits, rich period film, and a dramatic Spitfire Hall event space (up to ~500 pax) have transformed the attraction for FIT and MICE alike. Next-phase works are in development to deepen storytelling—focusing on Gibraltar’s artillery heritage in the Gunners Gallery and curated artefacts, including an original, functional BSA M20 military motorcycle. Further features to be announced.
The Mount: Gibraltar’s New Events & Social Hub
Set in 30,000m² of landscaped grounds above the harbour, The Mount is steadily reopening as a year-round events and community hub. July 2025 saw the first major event in years inside the refurbished Parasol Hall—kick-starting a phased return of concerts, brand activations, and private functions—on the back of site improvements to paths, terraces, and links to the Nature Reserve. Venue enquiries are rising as further phases unlock gardens and trails.
City Under Siege Exhibition (18th-Century Life Under Fire)
A cornerstone of Upper Rock heritage, the City Under Siege complex is now under active restoration to protect extraordinary original soldiers’ graffiti (earliest dated 1726) and refresh interpretation of daily life during the sieges. The project is being delivered by Wright Tech—the team behind the WWII Tunnels upgrade—ensuring cohesive storytelling and modern visitor standards across Gibraltar’s headline heritage sites.
Trinity Lighthouse (Europa Point): Refreshed & Readying for Visitors
Europa Point’s Trinity Lighthouse—Trinity House’s only light outside mainland UK—has undergone external maintenance in 2025 while Gibraltar advances plans to open the landmark for managed visitor access, including public open days earlier this year. These steps pave the way for guided visits at one of the Strait’s most photogenic beacons.
Brexit Treaty: Why It’s Good for Tourism
Negotiations between the UK and EU on Gibraltar have advanced significantly with the direction of travel pointing toward arrangements designed to keep people moving smoothly across the frontier and through key gateways. For visitors, that would translate into a more predictable and seamless travel experience. For the industry, a stable framework could broaden our marketing reach across Southern Spain and the wider Schengen area, enable schedule planning with confidence, and support growth in air connectivity and tour operations. Visit Gibraltar is working with partners so that, once terms are confirmed, we can quickly translate opportunities into new routes, packages, and events—strengthening Gibraltar’s position as a distinctive Mediterranean shortbreak and business destination.
The June 2025 EU‑UK agreement charts a border‑light future for Gibraltar: Schengen‑style mobility with checks moved to the airport and port, dismantling the land fence and easing flows for cross‑border workers and visitors. For tourism, that unlocks frictionless access from Schengen markets, a larger catchment beyond Málaga and Seville, smoother tour operations, and scope for expanded air connectivity to EU hubs. Implementation is targeted to start in 2026.
