Visit Gibraltar MICE Booklet

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Plan • Connect • Deliver Gibraltar for Meetings & Incentives

Welcome

Compact, connected and cosmopolitan, Gibraltar is where inspiration meets efficiency. From historic limestone chambers to cutting-edge conference centres, the Rock blends a unique setting with modern convenience. Within minutes, delegates can move from airport to hotel, from a panoramic meeting suite to a marina-front gala dinner.

Here, nature, heritage and culture create a backdrop unlike any other: imagine hosting a product launch in a centuries-old cave, or a leadership session with views that stretch across two continents. Supported by a bilingual workforce and world-class services, Gibraltar ensures every meeting or incentive is seamless, memorable and filled with character.

At every turn, you’ll find a warm Gibraltarian welcome and a destination built for moments that matter.

A quick glance

Why Gibraltar? — At the crossroads of continents, Gibraltar blends British heritage with Mediterranean flair, offering unique venues from limestone caves to luxury yachts.

Getting here — Direct UK flights in under 3 hours, seamless frontier crossing from Spain and a compact footprint where airport, hotels and venues are minutes apart.

Venues and Services — From historic libraries to modern conference centres, supported by expert AV, catering and bilingual professionals.

Incentives — Dolphin watching, cave banquets, guided heritage tours and marina-front dining make every programme unforgettable.

Atmosphere — Safe, walkable, cosmopolitan and always welcoming.

Why Gibraltar?

Few destinations combine scale, convenience and impact as effortlessly as Gibraltar. Anchored by the iconic Rock and perched where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, Gibraltar is a place where history, culture and modern business facilities come together in one compact, walkable hub.

From summit viewpoints you can gaze across to Africa; below, limestone caves and wartime tunnels tell stories of resilience. Within these walls, worldclass events take shape—whether a conference in St Michael’s Cave, a gala at the Garrison Library, or a product launch beneath a suspended Spitfire in the WWII tunnels.

Historic venues, modern facilities, seamless experiences.

Outside the meeting room, incentives flow naturally. Dolphin watching in the bay, sunset cocktails at Europa Point, or guided heritage tours keep teams engaged, while world-class catering and local entertainment add memorable flavour to every evening.

What sets Gibraltar apart is its scale: everything is close. Delegates move easily between sessions, social events and activities without losing time in

transit. A bilingual workforce ensures smooth communication and the city’s safe, welcoming atmosphere provides reassurance for organisers and guests alike.

With over 300 days of sunshine, Mediterranean flair and British heritage, Gibraltar is a cosmopolitan hub that feels both familiar and unique. It is a destination that delivers serious business impact while inspiring delegates with its character, culture and spectacular natural setting.

In Gibraltar, every event is elevated by a sense of place—and every meeting is an experience to remember.

THE MEETING PLACE OF CONTINENTS.

Trinity Lighthouse at Europa Point, Morocco in the distance.

Venues with Impact

Hotels with Conferencing

Sunborn Gibraltar – Capacity: 600.

A luxury superyacht hotel with spaces ideal for high-profile conferences and gala dinners.

The Rock Hotel – Capacity: 300. A heritage landmark overlooking the Bay, offering elegant conferencing.

The Eliott and Holiday Inn Express –Capacity: 50-100.

Modern city-centre bases with smaller scale, flexible meeting rooms and full service support.

Unique Conference Venues

St Michael’s Cave – Capacity: 600 theatre style or 120/150 seated dining.

A natural limestone cathedral transformed into an auditorium with a breathtaking immersive light show.

John Mackintosh Hall – A cultural hub offering a theatre, exhibition halls and breakout rooms. Contact for info.

Gibraltar Garrison Library – Capacity: 80.

An elegant Georgian setting for intimate conferences, lectures or receptions.

WWII Tunnels – Spitfire Hall –Capacity: 350.

A dramatic underground venue for product launches and keynotes, complete with a full-size suspended Spitfire.

The Mount – Former Governor’s residence surrounded by gardens — perfect for indoor/outdoor receptions and private events. Contact for info.

Notable Venues

Grand Battery House – Capacity: 500.

Restored 18th-century battery near Casemates Square, ideal for banquets or presentations.

Central Hall – Capacity: 330.

Adaptable hall with kitchen and patio. Great for conferences or exhibitions.

Wessex Lounge – Capacity: 80 theatre style or 28 boardroom plan.

Private VIP lounge for meetings, arrivals, or briefings in refined comfort. Located at the Gibraltar International Airport.

Spaces that inspire, settings that impress.

Venue info.

MEET BENEATH A SUSPENDED SPITFIRE.

Spitfire Hall, The WWII Experience, Gibraltar Nature Reserve

BIG SPACES, BIGGER POSSIBILITIES.

Sport & Large Scale Venues

For congresses, exhibitions and sporting events, Gibraltar offers large-scale facilities designed for flexibility:

Victoria Stadium – Hosting up to 5,000 delegates, with adjacent meeting rooms and VIP areas.

Lathbury Complex – Featuring an Olympic-size pool, athletics track and versatile halls for sports congresses or large gatherings.

Europa Sports Complex – Event halls, VIP boxes and function rooms with full catering support.

These spaces provide a robust alternative for organisers seeking scale and adaptability, with all the benefits of Gibraltar’s compact footprint. Contact the team for more information.

Europa Sports Complex, Netball World Youth Cup 2025

Professional Services

Behind every successful event is expert support. Gibraltar offers a trusted network of DMCs, event organisers and suppliers who know the Rock inside-out.

Services include:

• Event organisation and production.

• Audio-visual, staging and hybrid event solutions.

• Full-service catering, from gala banquets to street-food style dining.

• Gifts, promotional items and branding.

• Transport logistics and ground handling.

Local partners combine international standards with a personal touch, ensuring that events run smoothly and stand out as memorable experience

A taste of the Mediterranean at every

table.

From Boardroom to Banquet

Menus can be tailored to suit every taste, whether it’s a corporate working lunch or an indulgent incentive dinner. Gibraltar offers exceptional catering with influences from Britain, Spain, Morocco and Genoa.

• Gala dinners in the spectacular setting of St Michael’s Cave.

• Moroccan-themed evenings with live music.

• Michelin-starred yacht lunches in the Bay.

• Tapas or gourmet receptions across Chatham Counterguard and Ocean Village.

Entertainment and Talent

Add local flavour to your event with entertainment that inspires and delights. Options include:

• Choir performances or jazz quartets for gala evenings.

• Gibraltar’s own bands, DJs and cultural ensembles.

• Cooking classes with Gibraltarian chefs.

• Distillery tours and gin tastings at Spirit of the Rock.

• Escape rooms, theatre shows and film screenings.

Entertainment can be tailored to theme, scale and budget, ensuring that every event ends on a high note.

Services info.

Incentives

Nature

Adventure and Lifestyle

For thrill-seekers and lifestyle-focused incentives:

• Climb to the top and take on the Mediterranean Steps challenge.

• Guided e-bike tours to Europa Point.

• Private yacht charters with onboard dining.

• Sunset walk across the Windsor Bridge overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar.

These activities are compact, flexible and unforgettable, perfect for team-building and reward programmes.

More incentives.

COMPACT SCALE, BOUNDLESS ADVENTURE.

Windsor Bridge, Gibraltar Upper Rock Nature Reserve

Connected, Skilled & Sustainable

Getting to Gibraltar is effortless. Direct flights from London, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham take under three hours, while onward connections via Málaga and Jerez expand access across Europe. Crossing from Spain is smooth and simple and cruise ships berth just minutes from the city centre.

Once on the Rock, everything is close. The airport, hotels and venues are only minutes apart and Gibraltar’s compact, walkable scale means delegates move seamlessly between sessions, activities and leisure.

• Direct flights from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham in under 3 hours.

• Frontier crossing from Spain is smooth, with onward connections from Málaga and Jerez airports.

• Cruise ships dock close to town; yachts are welcomed at Ocean Village and Queensway Quay.

• The city is walkable and compact, with efficient taxis and shuttles when needed.

Delegates spend less time travelling and more time connecting.

People Who Make It Happen

English is the official language, Spanish is widely spoken and Gibraltar’s bilingual workforce bridges cultures with ease. This unique talent pool ensures clear communication, efficient logistics and international-standard professionalism all with the warm Gibraltarian touch.

Bilingual talent, global outlook.

Events with Purpose

Gibraltar is committed to sustainable tourism and events. Organisers can incorporate eco-friendly transfers, locally sourced catering and conservation-focused incentive activities into their programmes. By choosing Gibraltar, your event aligns with a destination that values both people and planet.

From runway to Rock in minutes.

MEET IN GIBRALTAR.

UNFORGETTABLE BY DESIGN

Whether it’s a leadership retreat, global congress, or unforgettable incentive, Gibraltar is the destination that brings ideas to life. Compact, inspiring and unique. It’s where serious business impact meets Mediterranean atmosphere.

Contact the Visit Gibraltar MICE team today to begin planning your event.

Tel: +350 200 45000

Email: marketing@gibraltar.gov.gi

Barbary Macaque, Gibraltar Upper Rock Nature Reserve

Contact Information

Gibraltar House, London

Gibraltar House

150 Strand, London, WC2R 1JA

Tel: +44 (0)20 7836 0777

Email: info.london@gibraltar.gov.gi

Gibraltar Tourist Board

4.3.03 Eurosuites

3rd Floor, Block 4 Eurotowers, Europort Rd Gibraltar, GX11 1AA

Tel: (+350) 200 45000

Email: marketing@gibraltar.gov.gi

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