#Routes and walks

See Monaco and the Riviera as you've never seen them before. A unique experience!  

With the opening of the new One Monte-Carlo district, the Monte-Carlo Shopping mall is set for a new lease of life as the Riviera's most exclusive retail experience. 

The Principality offers all kinds of unique experiences within its small territory of 2 km². But there is also a variety of pleasant walks to take, starting from Monaco and following the water's edge or heading up into the mountains...the perfect activity for sunny days! 

The spring holidays are upon us, with the first rays of sunshine. And as every year, the same question is on everyone's lips: what are we going to do? If you're in need of inspiration, here's a selection of ideas to keep you entertained, whether you're on a romantic break, visiting with family or friends.

Head to sea for an unforgettable adventure off the coast of Monaco, with exceptional views of the Principality and mountains beneath the azure sky!

Tourist guides are incredibly useful travel companions for finding ideas,  getting organised ahead of time, or simply finding out information about your destination. The Principality features in many guides, so look them if you'd like to know more about Monaco, its history, and the best places to visit during your stay.

Trees are an essential part of the Monegasque landscape. The Principality’s two square kilometres are home to no fewer than 92 species, with many of the finest examples planted in the late 19th century. Some of these trees are very rare, and you can admire them for yourself by following the specially created trail that winds through the different districts of Monaco. The perfect way to visit the country!

Discover the old town through the narrow alleyways from the middle ages which lead to the picturesque Place Saint Nicolas and Placette Bosio, the Chapel of Mercy, Palais de Justice and the Cathedral, a Roman-Byzantine style building built in 1875.
Naturally, your feet will guide you to the Place du Palais, where every day at precisely 11:55am the changing of the guard takes place in front of the Princely Palace.

As you arrive at the Place du Casino, the sight of this masterpiece by the famous architect Charles Garnier will take your breath away. Built in 1863, the Casino has been designed around an atrium surrounded by 28 onyx columns, behind which the Salle Garnier, an Italian theatre decorated in red and gold is the veritable miniature replica of the Paris opera house.

In this day and age a new craze for gardens has emerged. Without doubt, the Principality of Monaco and its surroundings harbour real treasures in this domain. Careful not to lose its roots under urban development, the Principality has established a solid policy of garden and park development, with more than 250,000 m2 for a city-state of 195ha, which puts its second in Europe, just after Vienna. Everywhere precious rare species mix in harmony with flowers and plants symbolically simple and fresh.

Head for les Moneghetti, where you will discover, among private villas from the early 20th century, the Parc Princesse Antoinette and its hundred year old olive trees with its miniature golf course (closed in September) and many facilities for children. On the France-Monaco border, you will find the Exotic Garden. Opened in 1933, it contains remarkable species of cactuses from Africa and Latin America, from the aloe plants of Cape Town to the giant agaves from the Aztec regions.

Fontvieille is a district completely reclaimed from the sea. The Principality made use of modern technology to build this area and in return Monaco chose to accommodate high-tech and non-polluting companies within it.

From the lanes of the old town where the shopkeepers display their traditional souvenirs to the retail stores of the Métropole, the Allées Lumières, or Fontvieille Shopping Centre with their windows of clothes, decorations, leather goods and presents, all that you could wish for you can find in the Principality!

It’s definitely worth following the Heritage Trees Trail... conceived by the Department of Urban Amenities, the Prince Albert II Foundation and the Tourist and Convention Authority, it will give you a complete view of the Principality’s green heritage.

Come and explore the Principality of Monaco with all its magnificent panoramic views.   

Fontvieille is one of Monaco’s newest districts, built on 23 hectares of land reclaimed from the sea in the 1970s. It is also one of the most landscaped areas of the Principality, with numerous gardens and beautiful sculptures.

Start at the top of the “French-style” Boulingrins gardens, which date back to 1865 and take their name from the game of boules, played as early as the 17th century. 

Snapshot of Monaco’s history through its sculptures and buildings.

Take advantage of a few days among friends to share special moments unlike any you will ever experience elsewhere. 

Take advantage of the Principality’s exceptional location and discover three countries during your stay! 

With the sun, the sea and the mountains, relaxing in the Principality is a real pleasure. 

Bring the whole family and share unforgettable moments in Monaco!

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You will be dazzled and amazed at each turn, at the heart of the City of Princes. From the old town, a veritable open air museum, to the Place du Casino, unique in the world, discover the history of the Grimaldis.
A modern town, Monaco has extended its territory by reclaiming land from the sea; do not miss the Fontvieille district rising up from the water, where technology sits side by side with art. Immerse yourself in the heart of the teeming town by strolling around the typical market of la Condamine and discover the Moneghetti area.

The Principality of Monaco is a favourite starting point for enchanting journeys into the back country, towards the Cote d’Azur or the Italian Riviera.

Explore every part of the City of Princes and marvel at its treasures.
From the Old Town, lle, a veritable open air museum perched on the famous Rock, to the seaside district of Larvotto and its extension built on land reclaimed from the sea, and the bustling and unique Place du Casino, discover the history of the Grimaldi dynasty and fall under the spell of the Principality of Monaco.

Monaco, an open-air museum . At the instigation of Prince Rainier III, the Principality of Monaco acquired a rich collection of artworks, and that cultural policy continues today under the reign of Prince Albert II. Sculpture occupies a special place in that cultural offering, with over 200 works to be found in the gardens, streets and squares of Monaco.
The works also offer an insight into the history of the Principality itself, with many being dedicated to the iconic Princes, personalities, events and places of Monaco. 

Located on the southern flank of the Rock of Monaco,  Rainier III's Zoological Gardens were established in 1954 by Prince Rainier III.

This garden, created in 1994 at the request of Prince Rainier III in accordance with the strictest principles of Zen design by landscape architect Yasuo Beppu (Grand Prix at the Osaka Flower Exhibition in 1990), transports visitors to the land of the rising sun, even as they remain in the Principality.

High on the cliffs overlooking Monaco, the Exotic Garden is a showcase for the exuberance, strangeness and surrealism of nature. (Currently closed - due to re-open in 2025)

Above the Casino, the “French-style” Boulingrins Gardens offer a magnificent view over Place du Casino.

The gardens of the Société des Bains de Mer are very closely linked to the development of a particular part of the Principality of Monaco: Monte-Carlo. The area took off in around 1893 when the Casino was established on Spélugues rock, which was previously parched and bare.

The Principality’s first public garden, opened in 1816, was built on an abandoned plot in order to provide work for residents when famine hit the Principality.

Although it is located within Fontvieille Park, the Princess Grace Rose Garden is a completely separate garden.

 In this iconic district of the Principality with its distinctive ochre rooftops, you’ll find a number of historic places.

This garden brings together some remarkable tropical species; trees with mighty buttresses and oversized aerial roots.

At the top of Cap Ferrat, discover the Villa built during the "Belle Epoque" by Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild, its rich art collections, and its magnificent gardens.

One Monte-Carlo is a brand new fashion district, with 24 high-end boutiques.

The Exotic Garden district on Monaco's western border is the gateway to the Principality for many visitors arriving by road. At the point where the foothills of the Alps meet the Mediterranean, overlooked by the famous "Tête de Chien" or dog's head promontory, the district commands unrivalled views over the entire country.