This port city is situated in the Bay of Gibraltar, within southern Spain. Algeciras is Spain's busiest port and the southernmost destination in continental Europe.

Although Algeciras is primarily an industrial city, there are lots of affordable restaurants and amazing views of the Rock of Gibraltar. Taking a drive in your Car Rental Algeciras vehicle out to 'the rock' will make a fabulous day out. Once through the customs and excise, you will find Gibraltar an interesting mix match of colonial British and Southern Spanish influences. Great locations in Spain include Car Hire Murcia Airport.

Some people use Algeciras as a transit stopover on their way to Tangier in Morocco. The ferry can take anywhere between 70 minutes to over 2 hours, depending on which option you take. There are eight ferries running every day.

Using Algeciras as base to explore the Andalucía region. A scenic drive in your Car Hire Algeciras vehicle out towards the white villages of Castellar de la Frontera, San Roque and Jimena de la Frontera, will receive a real glimpse into the lives of rural Spain.

The unique feature of Algeciras is the large Arabic influence, due to the close proximity to North Africa. The back streets of the town own a nice selection of teashops that sell the traditional Moroccan mint tea.

Although Algeciras might not own the beauty of some of the Costas on the south coast, there is a charm and authentic atmosphere that is missing from the manmade coastal resorts. This port town is very genuine and the people have lots of character.