All the places to see and visit in Monaco

Take a stroll on the Rock!

The birthplace of the Principality of Monaco: a must-see!

Set off to explore the Rocher, taking in the colourful narrow streets and vaulted passageways of the old town, such as rue Basse, rue du Milieu and rue Briques, whose construction dates back to the Middle Ages. At the end of the narrow streets and after visiting Monaco Cathedral, the Place du Palais Princier awaits you. Don’t miss the Changing of the Guard every day at precisely 11.55am. You can also visit the Grand Apartments of the Palace. Before setting off again, hanging from the Rock, take a break in the gardens of Saint-Martin and Sainte-Barbe.

Breathe in the Jardin Exotique

The Jardin Exotique is one of the must-see places to visit in Monaco.

With a breathtaking view over the whole of Monaco, the Exotic Garden offers an extraordinary diversity of plant life: species from all over the world are acclimatised here, from the most extravagant American cacti to the giant flowers of South Africa. During your visit, you’ll discover thousands of exotic plants, some of them of astonishing shapes and sizes. Then head for the Grotte de l’Observatoire, where stalactites and stalagmites create a fantastic setting that you can enjoy as you climb some 300 steps.

The Jardin Exotique is closed for renovation work to make the site safer. It will reopen in late summer 2025. Just a few steps away, the Botanical Centre is open for guided or self-guided tours.

The Exotic Garden

Soothe yourself in the Japanese Gardens

A magnificent green setting combining Japanese traditions and Mediterranean elements

Yet another curiosity often overlooked by visitors to the Principality of Monaco, yet not so hidden. Just 10 metres from the water’s edge, the Japanese Garden of Princess Grace of Monaco is a compendium of all the wonders of the land of the rising sun. Here, the harmony of Zen thought reigns, from stones to bamboo, koi carp and other exotic plants, in complete contrast to the surrounding glass buildings. A must-see: a change of scenery guaranteed!

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Stroll around the Port de Fontvieille

A district of Monaco built entirely on the sea!

Less well-known than Port Hercule, the main harbour inlet in the centre of the city, the Port de Fontvieille, in the district of the same name, is much quieter. While it is also home to some prestigious yachts, it is less flashy than the main Port. With a bird’s eye view of the rock, treat yourself to a meal in one of the trendy restaurants on the port! A few steps away is the Princess Grace Rose Garden. 4,000 rosebushes are arranged in the shape of a heart, making for a most fragrant stroll.

Admire the Prince’s collection of cars

A must-see museum in Monaco: for all car lovers!

This is not a museum, but a real collection, as if you were lucky enough to enter the garage of His Serene Highness Prince Rainier III. Many vehicles are on display, from all eras and in all styles, each with its own little history with the Princely family. You can even see a Formula 1 car! Another of the Prince’s major collections is on display at the Museum of Stamps and Coins, just a few metres away.