*Is Monaco worth visiting? is the fourth part of our South of France itinerary 12 days in Provence and the French Riviera
After Eze we decided to skip to Monaco, but the contrast between the relaxed atmosphere and medieval charm of Provence with Monaco’s fast pace, luxury hotels and heaps of construction was just too much and I didn’t get to feel Monaco.
Reccommendation:
If you plan to include Monaco in your tour of Provence and the French Riviera, combine its visit with Cannes or another luxury destination on the Cote d’Azur.

How to get to Monaco?
Important!
If you’re an Europe citizen remember to turn off your mobile data when entering Monaco.
- By rent-a-car from Nice
- By train from Nice
- By bus from Nice
- By ferry from Nice
Where to stay in Monaco?
- 2 pièces au center de Monaco – excellent location 4 minutes walk from the train station and 13 minutes walk from the Palace. The apartment is bright, with a balcony and a fully equipped kitchen. The rating is Excellent 9.7 and the price for a night for two is 275 EUR.
- Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo – The 5-star hotel is located next to the casino and offers luxury and all the extras. Two restaurants, a piano bar, a spa, two swimming pools and private parking are available to guests. The amenities of the disabled have also been thought of. The rating is Excellent 9.5 and the price per night for two is 1484 EUR.
- Monaco F1 Port de Fontvieille – the apartment has a balcony, jacuzzi and access to the garden and pool. The rating is Exceptional 9.9 and the price for a night for two is 360 EUR.
- Port Palace – the hotel is located in the immediate vicinity of the marina and the Fibata bend. Offers facilities for guests with disabilities. The rating is Excellent 8.8 and the price for a night for two is 431 EUR.
- Other suggestions
Is Monaco worth visiting – sights in Monaco
Tip:
Explore the sights of Monaco on a hop-on hop-off bus. Take a look at the Map of the tour.

- Monte Carlo Casino
- The famous Formula 1 Fairmont Pinhair

- The marina
- Palace of the Prince of Monaco
- The Grimaldi Forum
- Princess Grace’s Rose Garden
- The exotic garden of Monaco
- The Oceanographic Museum
- Jean Cocteau Museum
- Monaco Cathedral
- The Opera of Monaco
- The rock in the sea
What to visit in the Monaco area?
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