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Casino Monte-Carlo

15 Reviews I regret not having the time to visit the famous Grand Casino of Monte Carlo. The very idea of the Grand Casino and Hotel de Paris conjures up marvelous images in my mind---of course I'm relying on...

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Grand Prix de Monaco Monte-Carlo

5 Reviews Every second year, two weeks ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix historical cars from all over the world gather in the Principality for the Historical Car Grand Prix. The event takes place along the...

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Palace Monte-Carlo

4 Reviews The structure known today as the Prince's Palace and residence of the Prince of Monaco, started its life of service as a Genoese fortress circa 1191 to 1215. Due to the small size of the country and...

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The Oceanography Museum Monte-Carlo

5 Reviews This museum was founded in 1910 by Albert I, the great grandfather of the present prince. In the main rotunda is a statue of Albert in his favourite costume - that of a sea captain. Displayed are...

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Change of Guard Monte-Carlo

5 Reviews Directly opposite the Royal Palace one can find the officers barracks. Originally it housed officers of the French Legion. Charles III changed the purpose to house the Guard of Honour of the Prince’s...

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Monaco Cathedral Monte-Carlo

3 Reviews The Monaco Cathedral is not only quite beautiful but is notable as the final resting place of many of the Grimaldi Princes but also that of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, the former Grace Kelly....

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Exotic Garden Monte-Carlo

4 Reviews One thing in Monte Carlo that will not cost you a King's ransom is to visit the gardens which are adjacent to the aquarium. The local very pleasant climate is obviously conducive to growth and the...

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Marina Monte-Carlo

2 Reviews Ok, so you're walking around and you see boats. Well, maybe not boats, but yachts. Big yachts! Then you must be near the Monte Carlo Marina. Take a look at the fabulous vessels bobbing in the water...

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Winter Carnival Monte-Carlo

2 Reviews We were in Monte Carlo in November, and there was a "Winter Carnival" going on along the waterfront at the Marina. If we understood right, it is an annual event that is held. We had a great time...

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Princess Grace Burial SIte Monte-Carlo

1 Review After our half-day tour of Nice and Eze, we used our free time in Monte Carlo to climb the inclined walk-way up to the "Prince's Palace." From the Place du Palais, we walked the narrow streets til...

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Fontvieille Monte-Carlo

2 Reviews Fontvieille is the newest of the four traditional quarters (districts) in the principality of Monaco, and one of ten Wards for modern administrative purposes. It is a newly constructed area reclaimed...

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Church of Sainte Dévote Monte-Carlo

1 Review One can see that space is tight in Monaco when visiting this church, a road bridge just above it, during the F1 Grand Prix tyres and equipment just in front off it. This votive chapel dedicated to...

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THE GRIMALDI PALACE

by Kuznetsov_Sergey

The Grimaldi Palace, with its solid square aspect is a fine symbol of the tenacity which has distinguished the Grimaldi family for centuries. It is also a real museum with fine furniture decorating its apartments. The palace dates from the 16th and 17th centuries but still preserves its mediaeval towers, built by the Genoese in 1215. Francesco Grimaldi took possession of the fortress in 1297, and his successors enlarged it, converting it into a noble mansion capable of housing even the Emperor Charles V. Honore II was of course the great renovator of the family castle and it was he who organized the distribution of the apartments inside. The fountains and gardens are also attributed to the creative impulse of this same Prince. As a lover of the arts and letters, Honore II owned nearly 700 paintings signed by the greatest masters.You can watch my 2 min 05 sec Video Monte Carlo out of my...

Saint Nicholas Cathedral

by HispanicYob

This church has been around since 1875. Located in the Monaco-Ville district of Monaco, Saint Nicholas Cathedral is nestled not too far from the Prince's Palace. This place houses the remains of the famous Grace Kelly. This place also houses the remains of the Grimaldi family who ruled part of Monaco as feudal lords. The more recent interment is Prince Rainer III. Dead from a car crash that also involved her daughter Stephanie, Grace Kelly's funeral was held here and attended to by thousands. It's a beautiful structure, and while you'll have your fill of churches in Europe, this church is a must stop during your visit to Monaco.

Institute Oceanologique

by didgeridorien

This is the aquarium in Monaco founded by prince Albert I in 1910. There are more than 90 aquaria, as well as a museum and a lot of research is conducted here. Jacques Cousteau used to be president for a couple of years.The opening hours change, but it's generally open from 10.00 to 18.00. The entrance costs €12.50 for adults and €6 for children.

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by freya_heaven

Two other must sees in Monaco we did not make it too are the Oceanographic Museum & Aquarium and the Exotic Garden. The Oceanographic Museum & Aquarium is situated in a wonderfully grand building right on the cliff edge. Open between 10am & 6 pm daily, longer in the summer months. Entrance 11 Euros. Check out their website below. The other must see (I wish I had seen!) is the Exotic Garden, set in a steep cliff side with over 7000 species of plants. Entrance is 6,70 Euros. The ticket price also includes entrance to Caves & the Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology. Open between 9am - 6pm. http://www.monte-carlo.mc/jardinexotique/

The Palace

by Goner

A stroll from the casino past the harbor to the royal palace takes around 30 minutes.The palace is perched on a hill, with stunning views of Monaco and the French and Italian coasts beyond. Every day at 11:55 a.m sharp, royal guards parade onto the palace's front square, some with swords drawn, others shouldering rifles with bayonets. To the beat of drums and blowing trumpets, they change the guard and march off as the palace clock strikes midday. They wear black uniforms in winter, white in summer. The main tourist attraction is the Prince's Palace and State Apartments. (open daily 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. June to September and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during October). The palace's focal points are the Throne Room and the Main Courtyard with its horse-shaped marble staircase, adorned with millions of geometric patterns. There is an entrance fee for the palace but watching the changing of...

GP MONACO HISTORIQUE

by didier06

If you like old cars you'll appreciate this amazing event.The historique GP is organised every two years , 2 weeks before the Formula 1 GP on the same circuit.This year it was on the week end of the 1 st and 2nd may 2010.Not expensive 20 euros on saturday, 35 euros on sunday, 45 euros both and free for children under 15 years old accompanied.8 races for GP cars before 1947 to formula 1 of the 70's, and an exhibition of the "AUTO UNION" C and D types, famous racing cars of the 30's.Next GP on 2012

Oceanographic Museum, Monte Carlo

by hopang

The Oceanographic Museum (Musee Oceanographique) is housed in two floors of the exhibition spaces i.e. first and second floors of the building. They contain large colletions of marine fauna and creatures including large whale and shark skeletons and giant squid mold. Many of the exhibits were donated by its founder Prince Albert I who is also known as the Father of Modern Monaco. Models of several ships used by Prince Albert I and other vessels and crafts were displayed on the first floor of the Museum. The terrace cafe located on the roof has a commanding and breath-taking view of the city and the harbour.The Oceanographic Museum is opened to the public daily. Entrance fees for adults and children are 12.50 and 6.00 euros respectively. Opening hours are between 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. with shorter opening hours during the winter months. Please visit our Monaco travelogue for more...

Musee Oceanographique, Monte Carlo

by hopang

Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium (Musee Oceanographique) is located on the top of the Rock and rises close to the sea level. Its total height is approximately 85 metres high. The Museum is located within a stone's throw of the Prince's Palace in the city of Monte Carlo. The Museum's facade is one of the finest architectural masterpieces in Monaco as depicted in our photograph on the right. It was constructed of white limestone and marble by the founder Prince Albert I exactly one hundred years ago! It was officially opened to the public in 1910.Musee Oceanographique is opened to the public daily. Entrance fees for adults and children are 12.50 and 6.00 euros respectively. Opening hours are between 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. with shorter opening hours during the winter months. Please visit our Monaco travelogue for more beautiful pictures of the Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium in Monte...

Night view of Monte Carlo City and Harbour

by hopang

The city and harbour of Monte Carlo are certainly beautiful at night especially during the Christmas festival seasons when the city and the harbour are beautifully illuminated with Christmas lightings and decorations, not to mention the presence of the colourful Christmas Markets at the harbour. You will be thrilled when you visit the city and the harbour at night even during the other months other than the Christmas festical seasons . As this is the city for the rich and famous, most buildings are beautifully illuminated at nightespecially at Place du Casino, the area around Monte Carlo Casino, Cafe de Paris and Hotel De Paris. Don't miss the night view of Monte Carlo when you visit the city perhaps on your day trip from Nice on your vacation at French Riviera!

Oceanographic Aquarium, Monte Carlo

by hopang

Oceanographic Aquarium is located at the basement of the Oceanographic Musuem (Musee Oceanographique) in the city of Monte Carlo. The same admission ticket to the Oceanographic Musuem covers also the Aquarium.The Aquarium contains more than 350 species of fish totalling more than 4,000 large and small fish occupying approximately 100 basins. Its main attraction is the shark lagoon with several large sharks and coral garden with all kinds of coral reefs.The Oceanographic Aquarium is opened to the public daily. Entrance fees for adults and children are 12.50 and 6.00 euros respectively. Opening hours are between 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Please visit our Monaco travelogue for more beautiful pictures of the Oceanographic Aquarium in Monte Carlo. You may also e-mail to the following address for more information regarding Oceanographic Aquarium: musee@oceano.mc

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