Slot machines

The Casino was built in 1878 by Charles Garnier. There's marble, columns, sculptures, paintings and lamps everywhere. The 'gaming rooms' are numerous, with stained-glass windows.

Shall we?

Taking pictures inside is strictly forbidden!

Dress Code: A jacket and a tie required.

Rucksacks to be left in the cloakroom.

Address: Place du Casino
Directions: Monte Carlo
Phone: (+377) 92 16 20 00
Theme: Casino
Website: http://www.casino-monte-carlo.com

The Saint-Martin Gardens

Where next?

If you're looking for a pleasant, relaxing walk, the Saint Martin Garden's right for you. Here you can admire tall pines, aloes and agaves, fountains, bronze statues including a 1951 monument of Albert I, and listen to the sea.

Prince's Palace

a rainy afternoon

The Palace was built on the site of a fortress built by the Genoese in 1215. Here, you can see the Italian style Gallery, the Throne Room, the Louis XV Salon, the Salon Bleu, the Mazarin Salon, the Sainte-Marie Tower and the Main courtyard.

It's opened daily from 9.30 AM to 6.00 PM (June-Sept), that is, from 10 AM to 5 PM (Oct). It's closed from Nov. to May.

The admission fee's €6 (€3 children aged 8-14)
Address: Place du Palais
Directions: Monaco-Ville
Phone: ( +377 ) 93 25 18 31
Website: http://www.palais.mc

Monaco Cathedral

This white stone cathedral was built in 1875 on the site of a 13th century church dedicated to Saint Nicolas. You can admire the wall paintings, the Great Altar and the Episcopal throne, and pay respect to all the Princes of Monaco. 

Address: 4, Rue Colonel Bellando de Castro
Directions: Monaco-Ville
Phone: (+377 ) 93 30 87 70
Website: http://www.cathedrale.mc

A Fairytale Land

at night

If you still believe in fairytales, you shouldn't miss visiting Monaco. It's one of the smallest independent countries in the world. And also a country with a rich tradition and colourful history.