Gibraltar Cable Car closed? You can still explore the Rock.
The Gibraltar Cable Car closed on 18 November 2025 for a full rebuild and is expected to reopen in 2027. You can still visit the Rock with Jason on a guided taxi tour, with Nature Reserve entry included.
The easy way up: a Rock tour with Jason
Travel up by road with Jason and discover the stories behind the sights between stops. Message your date and group size to check availability and arrange pickup.
Best value with six guests. Smaller private groups offer a more personal experience at a higher price per person. Every tour is tailored to you.
Cable car status at a glance
How to get up the Rock without the cable car
By licensed taxi tour
A licensed taxi tour drives you up through the Nature Reserve and stops at the main sights, such as St Michael’s Cave, the Apes’ Den and the Upper Rock viewpoints. With Jason “Monkey Man” Cruz, a Gibraltar-born Licensed Taxi Guide, your Nature Reserve pass is included in the guided Rock Tour, so there are no separate attraction tickets to sort out.
For families and cruise passengers, Jason can help plan your visit. Discuss any mobility requirements before booking: some stops involve steps or uneven ground. See private Gibraltar Rock tours or, if you are arriving by ship, Gibraltar shore excursions.
On foot
You can walk up through the Nature Reserve. It is steep and exposed, so allow plenty of time, bring water and avoid the hottest part of the day in summer. You still need a Nature Reserve ticket to enter the attractions (currently £30 per adult and £22 for children aged 5–11, per the official tourism site). Check routes and tickets on the official Nature Reserve website.
In your own car: no
Unauthorised private vehicles are not permitted in the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. A hire car will get you to the entrance, but no further.
Common questions
Is the Gibraltar Cable Car open?
No. It closed on 18 November 2025 for a full refurbishment and is expected to reopen in 2027.
Can I drive up the Rock myself?
No. Private cars are not allowed into the Nature Reserve. Walk up, or take a licensed taxi tour that drives you between the sights.
Are the Upper Rock attractions still open?
Yes. The closure affects the cable car itself. St Michael’s Cave, the Apes’ Den and the other Nature Reserve sights can still be reached by road or on foot.
Can I still see the Barbary macaques?
Yes. The Apes’ Den is a regular stop on a Rock tour. Before you go, read our guide to Gibraltar’s Barbary macaques and responsible viewing.
We are on a cruise. Is there time to go up the Rock?
Usually, yes. Message Jason your ship’s arrival and all-aboard times and he can suggest a route that fits. The shore excursion guide has more detail.