Free tour
Free Tour of ‘Old Town' Gibraltar
4.83
Excellent (6 ratings) Guru: Patrick
Registered on 10 July 2023
Although only a recently qualified guide I love people and have had a lot of experience dealing with customers in our family coffee shop restaurant Sacarellos in Irish Town. Here I liked recounting the many stories of one of Gibraltar's historic businesses now 135 years old as well Irish Town's fascinating history as the old commercial street of Gibraltar.
My interests include Latin America, Art, travel, sport.
As a well known person locally I was interviewed on my tour on Gibraltar radio.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Tour description
My ‘Old Town’ Gibraltar Tour gives you a fascinating insight into the history of the place and its people through a look at its unique architecture. The public buildings and Churches also tell their story.
As an ex-owner of one of Gibraltar’s historical businesses the ‘Sacarellos of Irish Town’ coffee merchants and owners of a popular coffee shop restaurant, I can tell many amusing stories of the struggles and successes of a business 135 years old Very much the history of business in Gibraltar.
The tour round 1 and a half hours long features-
- Irish Town
- Flemish Synagogue
- City Hall
- Parliament
- Main Street
- Cathedral of St Mary
- Holy Trinity Cathedral
- The Convent
- Trafalgar Cemetery
- And The Garrison Library ends.
I love Gibraltar and can’t wait to share it with you!
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
24 Casemates Square, Gibraltar GX11 1AA, Gibraltar
I will be outside Burger King Casemates wearing a Licensed Guide badge.
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Outside visit
Grand Casemates Square
Gibraltar’s main square it acts as a gateway into the city centre.
Originally a Casement ,bomb proof Barracks and Square created in 1817 now once refurbished it is the San Marcos of Gibraltar with its hub of restaurant,pubs and cafes.
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Outside visit
Main Street
Main St or Calle Real under Sparish rule. The heart of Gibraltar,s fine shops, Jewellery, perfumery, watches, Indian bazaars, a bewilderment of choice and temptation, amidst fine houses with their unique Gibraltar style.
3
Outside visit
Irish Town
Called ‘Calle de Santa Ana’ under Spanish rule.
Renamed Irish Town circa 1760 as it was where the lesser ranks who happened to be Irish were billeted.
Where Gibraltar’s purest form of architecture can be found.A mixture of English and Northern Italian styles
There was a boom after the’Great Siege’ 1793 when exported goods came from the street’s warehouses or Merchant Houses.
The model street of Gibraltar now with its restored buildings, and the great buzz from its cafes,restaurants,pubs and art shops.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum Attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
