St Michael's Cave is filled with stalactites and stalagmites and is the largest of the group of Gibraltar caves. [There are reckoned to be in the region of 150 caves on the Rock of Gibraltar].
It has also played an important role in its history - once being home to groups of Neolithic people and then prepared to be used as a emergency hospital during World War II. Now, St Michael's Cave functions as a dramatic backdrop to concerts and fashion shows. There are daily shows of Son et Lumiere.
Look out for the stalagmite which has fallen on its side which reveals a cross section showing the history of its growth.
Stalactites: Hang down from the ceiling
Stalgmites: Grow up from the ground |  |
Open:
Daily 10:00-17:30 in winter
Daily 10:00-18:30 in summer
There is an admission charge, but free with a cable car ticket.
Beneath the main cave, narrow passages lead to the Lower Level. Entrance is by pre-appointments and a special guide is needed. Groups are restricted to 5-10 people and not children are allowed under 10 years. Helmets are provided and there is some abseiling and shinning up and down ropes. Can be organised through the Gibraltar Tourist Board with at least 3 days' notice and last for approximately 3 hours.
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