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Mediterranean Steps

Eastern Face of Gibraltar, Gibraltar
Ranked #1 of 23 attractions in Gibraltar
5.0 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Hiking Trails
Description: Though this walk is not fit for the out of shape, the Mediterranean Steps promise wondrous views to reward hikers who complete the climb.
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Gibraltar
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Start from the bottom at Jew's Gate, make sure you find the old Jewish cemetery en route and then just enjoy the views. More

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York, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

The start of the med steps is hidden behind a building at Jews gate, allow at least an hour from here to get to the top of the rock, don't forget your camera, hat and essential bottle of water. Once you hit the summit you can make your way to the cable car cafe, yes the prices are steep but... More

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Monterey, California
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

This is a must for everyone that comes to Gib. Its not all that well marked at first but just go right after the ornithology club and you´ll be fine from there. Its not just stairs, so if your out of shape you can still see some amazing views of the striate before the workout starts. Climbing the steps is... More

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Medford, New Jersey
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

takes an hour to walk but spectacular views; must be in good shape to do this;very rigorous More

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UK
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
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The multi-facetted rock never fails to surprise and impress me and the Mediterranean Steps are another experience that you simply must do, if only the once! An early morning or evening start is recommended if you plan to do this when the temperatures are high as you are very exposed in places to the sun rising in the east, so... More

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Gibraltar
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
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The walk starts just behind the barrier to the Nature Reserve south entry point, the fee for 'walkers' is 50p. There are toilet facilities at this point. Apart from a short downhill stretch the rest is uphill with a mixture of steps and paths. The distance covered is 1.5km, we did this with a very fit four and a half... More

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Salt Lake City
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012
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Many locals thought we were crazy asking how to get to the Mediterranean Steps with 4 kids but it was a true highlight of our trip to Spain. You take bus #2 and get off as close as you can to Jew's Gate and follow the road up to the entrance to the reserve. Adults pay 50 pence or 1... More

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Gibraltar
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012
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I went back up the steps and took more photos. I hope I manage to post them in the order I took them. More

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Gibraltar
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

A long walk up but plenty of photo opportunities- stunning views and lots of plant and bird life. I walked this December 2011 and was impressed by how well the walkways are maintained. More

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Berkhamsted, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

Start from the Eastern side. There are a lot (and I mean a lot) of step down before the path eventually heads south round the southern tip. I am 70 and I found it a little tiring. It took us nearly three hours to do the walk back to St Michael's Cave. More

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