Monaco travel guide: sights, food and transport

Explore Monte-Carlo’s squares, Monaco’s old town and the harbour, combining sightseeing with transport and breaks on a hilly city visit.

Seasons are distinct; check temperature, rain and wind before travelling and pack in layers.

• Group major sights by neighbourhood to reduce unnecessary travel.
• Check timed tickets in advance for busy museums and landmarks.
• Combine walking with public transport in the centre.

• Historic centre: First visits and walking.
• Main-station area: Transport and day trips.
• Creative districts: Cafés and nightlife.
• Outer neighbourhoods: Quieter, roomier options.

• Barbagiuàn
• Socca
• Stocafi
• Fougasse monégasque
• Seafood

• Monaco Grand Prix — May
• Monte-Carlo Masters — April
• Monaco Yacht Show — September
• Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival — November
• International Circus Festival — January

Casino de Monte-Carlo

Check distinct entry conditions for sightseeing and gaming areas.

Casino Square

View the casino and Hôtel de Paris façades around the square.

Prince’s Palace

Visit the palace square and check seasonal access to the state apartments.

Oceanographic Museum

Explore marine exhibits and aquariums in the clifftop museum.

Monaco-Ville

Explore old-town lanes around the palace and cathedral.

Monaco Cathedral

Visit the cathedral and royal tombs while respecting worship times.

Larvotto Beach

Head to the coast for a seafront walk and check beach-facility conditions separately.

Port Hercules

Walk the public waterfront around the yacht harbour.

Japanese Garden

Add the small garden’s pond and bridges to a Larvotto walk.

Exotic Garden

Check current opening and cave access for the cliffside succulent garden.

Sainte-Dévote Chapel

See the small chapel near the harbour as a brief architectural stop.

Monaco Grand Prix Circuit

Explore famous corners on public streets and check race-period restrictions.

Cars Collection of H.S.H. the Prince

Visit the historic and racing-car collection at its current visitor location.

Fort Antoine

Look towards the harbour from the former fort and check outdoor events separately.

Princess Grace Rose Garden

Add the Fontvieille rose garden to a quiet park walk.

Nouveau Musée National

Check exhibition programmes at Villa Paloma and Villa Sauber separately.

Metropole Shopping

Take a short break in the indoor shopping centre in central Monte-Carlo.

Café de Paris

View the café on Casino Square or check its menu before stopping.

Larvotto Coastal Path

Combine the waterfront walk with the beach and Japanese Garden area.

Cap d’Ail Coastal Walk

Check transport and weather for this coastal route on the French side.

CAM buses, escalators and public lifts make the steep principality easier to navigate.