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MONACO!
Linked to the Grimaldi family for seven hundred years, the Principality has progressively found its place at the centre of the world stage, particularly since the reign of Prince Rainier Ill and that of his son H.S.H. Prince Albert II.
Member of the United Nations and the Council of Europe, Monaco is a prosperous and conveniently located state, with a flourishing economy and undoubted international influence.
Above all, the Principality is an outstanding tourist destination. As well as its superb natural location, it has a large number of luxury hotels, gastronomic restaurants, top-of-the-range well-being centres, sports facilities and a lively night-life.
- A destination with over 700 years of history under the Grimaldi dynasty.
- A destination with cultural and historical landmarks: The Palace, Monte-Carlo District, The Casino, The Opera Garnier, The Cathedral, The Oceanographic Museum, The Car Collection Museum, New National Museum of Monaco.
A historical and cultural destination
A destination with year-round events
Monaco is a place that offers year-round events opposite nearby destinations. Monaco has over 500 events a year that experience seekers can enjoy throughout the year.
Sports
Grand Prix (F1, Historic, Formula E), Monte-Carlo Rallye, Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, Longines Global Champions Tour of Monaco, Monaco Yacht Show, Football Games
Arts / Culture
The Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival, Sporting Summer Festival, Fireworks Festival, Symphonic concerts at the Prince's Palace, Ballet, Opera, Philharmonic Orchestra, Rose Ball.
- A country with the most Michelin-starred restaurants per square meter in the world
- Variety of new organic, casual, and local restaurants
- Fine dining to farm-to-table options.
- Unlimited variety and quality of dining options for every taste, palate, and budget.
A Gourmet destination
Unexpected Local Experiences
Although Monaco is known for being sought after because of its luxurious experiences, Monaco also offers Monegasque experiences:
Visit a Made in Monaco company
Chocolaterie of Monaco, La Brasserie de Monaco, L'orangerie Monaco
Explore the Fointvieille district
the district where most Monegasques reside and the second harbor is located.
Discover Monaco by foot
Monaco is a very walkable destination. Monaco has 80 public elevators, 37 escalators, and eight travelators.
Bike around the Principality
Monabike offers 390 electric bikes Located in 42 stations throughout the Principality.
Visit the many beautiful gardens of Monaco and shop with the locals at the Condamine Market.
- Monaco proactively develops pro-sustainability policies thanks to the H.S.H Prince Albert II of Monaco.
- The Principality is committed to reducing 55% of its greenhouse gases by 2030.
- Monaco has 2202 certified bedrooms (Green Globe, Green Key, Planet 21), 88% of its hotel capacity.
- 97% of hotels have signed the National Pact for Energy Transition, comprising 2,418 bedrooms.
- To date, 2,000 m² of solar panels have been installed on the roofs of the Principality.
Sustainable Feel-good Destination
other unique facts
- Sovereign City State under the Grimaldi family.
- Monaco has over 700 years of history.
- Out of the 39,150 inhabitants, only 9611 are Monégasques.
- One of the most cosmopolitan places in the world with 139 nationalities.
- 300 days of sunshine per year.
- 20% of its territory is covered with green spaces.
- Second smallest country in the world, Monaco can fit in New York's Central Park.
- Head of State: HSH Prince Albert II, the son of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace Kelly.
- HRH Prince Albert II pledged to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.