Monaco's Crown Jewels

Monaco is a historic principality centered on the Rock of Monaco and the glamorous district of Monte Carlo. This selection features the Monte-Carlo Casino, a masterpiece of Belle Époque architecture, and the Prince's Palace, the Grimaldi family residence since 1297. Highlights include the Oceanographic Museum’s marine life displays, the legendary 3.3-kilometer Formula 1 street circuit, and the Prince’s private collection of vintage automobiles. The list also covers the Romanesque-Byzantine Saint Nicholas Cathedral and Port Hercules, a deep-water harbor that has served the region since ancient times.

Monte-Carlo Casino and Opera House

The Monte Carlo Casino, officially named Casino de Monte-Carlo, is a gambling and entertainment complex located in Monaco.

Prince's Palace of Monaco

The Prince's Palace of Monaco is the official residence of the Sovereign Prince of Monaco.

Oceanographic Museum

The Oceanographic Museum is a museum of marine sciences in Monaco-Ville, Monaco.

Saint Nicholas Cathedral

The Cathedral of Our Immaculate Lady, formerly called the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, or informally the Cathedral of Monaco, is the …

Circuit de Monaco

Circuit de Monaco is a 3.337 km street circuit laid out on the city streets of Monte Carlo and La Condamine around the harbour of the…

Private Collection of Antique Cars

Come see the Prince's own collection. Cars from all periods of history and of all kind.

Hercules Port

Port Hercules is the only deep-water port in Monaco. The port has been in use since ancient times.

François Grimaldi

Francesco Grimaldi, called il Malizia was the Genoese leader of the Guelphs who captured the Rock of Monaco on the night of 8 January 1297.