Car Hire Gibraltar North Front Airport
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Opening Times
Monday | 09:00 - 17:30 |
Tuesday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:30 |
Thursday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
Friday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
Saturday | 10:00 - 17:30 |
Sunday | 10:00 - 19:30 |
Find your perfect car hire at Gibraltar North Front Airport
Gibraltar is perched at the southern end of the Iberian peninsula and has been attracting visitors for decades, with its alluring array of historic and natural sights.Hire an Avis car to explore this intriguing island with ease.
Plan your journey from Gibraltar North Front Airport
With Gibraltar North Front Airport conveniently located on the south of the island, you can begin your Gibraltar tour with the most famous of its attractions, the Rock – just a 10-minute drive from your pick-up point.This limestone ridge is home to a nature reserve and the famous Barbary apes and its summit can be reached by cable car. Rising 426m, the Rock offers breathtaking views of Africa and the Costa Del Sol across the glistening ocean, plus a number of surrounding attractions.
Complete your sightseeing tour with a visit to the fascinating World War II Tunnels where you can follow the footsteps of De Gaulle, Churchill and Sikorski.
Afterwards, take a stroll along St Michael’s Rd from the top of the Rock and you’ll arrive at the caves named after the same saint. Here, incredible natural attractions await. This network of underground caves boasts an array of incredible rock formations, stalactites and stalagmites culminating in the cathedral cave (now furnished with seating and lighting), where concerts, recitals and ballets are performed.
The Moorish Castle, or what remains of it, is one of Gibraltar’s most famous landmarks. As is Nelson’s Anchorage, where legend says Nelson’s body was brought ashore.
Complete your tour with a stroll around the marina area where you can check out the luxury yachts moored here and plan the rest of your trip.
Hire an Avis car to explore the Rock of Gibraltar and beyond in style and comfort.
Beyond Gibralter North Front Airport
Gibraltar is a relatively small island – also referred to as the Rock of Gibraltar – and was handed over to the British by Spain in the 18th century. Today it offers a fascinating mix of British and Spanish culture, with a host of attractions to enthral and delight visitors of all ages.Beaches
From Gibraltar North Front Airport, you’re only a 10-15 minute drive from the island’s main tourist beaches. The largest – Eastern beach - has a wide range of facilities and can be reached via Winston Churchill Avenue and Devil’s Tower Road. Catalan Bay, tucked away on the eastern side of the Rock, has a beach and small fishing village with a selection of excellent seafood restaurants. Camp and Little Bay are also popular beach resorts with plenty of facilities, especially for children.
The Alameda Gardens Wildlife Park
Just a 10-minute drive from Gibraltar North Front Airport (via Line Wall Road) is the Alameda Gardens Wildlife Park. For a break from the hustle and bustle, spend an afternoon here surrounded by the rare plant and tree species in these attractive botanical gardens. As well as a variety of flora and fauna from around the world, the gardens have an open-air theatre and the area known as the ‘Dell’ is a popular spot for wedding ceremonies.
The Gibraltar Museum
The Gibraltar Museum is an absolute must on your tour around Gibraltar. Opened in 1930, there are a number of galleries to explore that delve into the history and origins of the island. A notable feature of the exhibits is a reconstructed Roman anchor, which forms part of one of the largest anchor collections in the world. The museum is just 10 minutes from the airport via Winston Churchill Avenue and Line Wall Road.
Hire an Avis car and Gibraltar and its attractions are yours to discover. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the drive.