A historic garden

Created in 1816 on the initiative of Prince Honoré V, the Jardins Saint-Martin & Sainte-Barbe are Monaco's oldest public green spaces. They were laid out to provide work for the town's famine-stricken inhabitants. Installed on abandoned land, they were initially home to typical Mediterranean flora: pinewoods, holm oaks, myrtles, pistachio trees... Over time, exotic species were introduced, enriching the botanical diversity of the site. Today, visitors stroll through lush vegetation combining local plants and acclimatized species, in a soothing atmosphere punctuated by a pond and sculptures.

A walk between art and nature

The winding paths of the Jardins follow the craggy curves of the Rocher, offering walkers exceptional views of the sea and the Fontvieille district. Rest areas punctuate the route, inviting relaxation and contemplation. At a bend in the path, the statue of Prince Albert I, nicknamed the "Navigator Prince", created in bronze by artist François Cogné in 1951, stands on a promontory overlooking the Mediterranean.

In the heart of Monaco-Ville

Located below Avenue Saint-Martin, in the Monaco-Ville district, these freely accessible gardens offer a refreshing break between visits to the Rock's emblematic sites and monuments, such as the Oceanographic Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame-Immaculée de Monaco , or after watching the Changing of the Guard or visiting the Prince's Palace , which is just a few minutes' walk away.

Practical information

Free admission.

Accessible for wheelchair users (wheelchair access is located opposite the cathedral or in front of the Oceanographic Museum. Please note that some slopes are a little steep).