The system was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1966.
The cable car transit covers a vertical distance of over 400 meters in roughly 360 seconds.
The current cabins were updated in 1986 to improve capacity and passenger comfort.
The summit station sits directly above the Mediterranean Steps, a steep hiking path leading to the southern tip of the Rock.
During peak wind conditions, the cable car service is suspended for safety reasons.
The Top of the Rock is the only place in Europe where wild monkeys, specifically Barbary macaques, roam freely.
The Gibraltar Cable Car provides a direct aerial transit route from the base of the Rock to the Top of the Rock, reaching an altitude of 412 meters. The journey takes approximately six minutes, climbing through the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. The summit station features a terrace providing 360-degree views of the Strait of Gibraltar, the Spanish mainland, and the North African coast. The system consists of two cabins, each with a capacity for 30 passengers. It serves as a primary gateway to the Top of the Rock attractions, including the Barbary macaque observation area and the Skywalk. Passengers disembark at the summit, where a restaurant and souvenir shop are located. The cable car is an integral part of Gibraltar's tourism infrastructure, situated near the Botanic Gardens.
The glass-floored Skywalk platform located a short walk from the summit station.
Carry your passport, as the cable car terminal is located near the border and regional documentation may be checked.
Hold onto your belongings tightly, as the Barbary macaques at the summit are known to approach tourists looking for food.
Dress in layers, as temperatures and wind speeds at the summit can be significantly lower than at sea level.
Attempting to feed the Barbary macaques, which is strictly prohibited by law and punishable by a heavy fine.
Operations are subject to closure during high wind speeds or extreme weather conditions.
Avoid eating in front of the monkeys, as they are aggressive scavengers; refrain from touching or feeding them.
