Monte Carlo
Monaco
- Coastline
- Ritzy Riviera
- Coast life
- In the fast lane
If Monte Carlo were in the thesaurus, it would be a synonym for casinos, luxury yachts and Formula 1.
And Monte Carlo is certainly glossy. But it’s not all bright lights, small city: the narrow cobblestone streets of Monaco-Ville on the Rock lead you through a mediaeval and Gothic past, and the 13th-century prince’s palace is one of the most historic sites on the Côte d’Azur.
Pictured: Columbus Monaco
Boutique hotels in Monte Carlo
Our round-up of the hippest hideaways and boutique hotels in Monte Carlo
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Getting there
Planes, trains, automobiles, or maybe even helicopter – we tell you the best way to go.
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Worth getting out of bed for
Highlights the best Monte Carlo has to offer, from art and culture to fun-packed activities; we've even found the most inspiring place to enjoy the views from.
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Eating, drinking & dancing
We've tracked down the best cafés for people-watching, the bars with the coolest cocktails, the most accomplished restaurants and the liveliest local nightlife in Monte Carlo. All you have to do is make sure you've packed your favourite threads…
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Smith Maps
Here is the map of Monte Carlo; each Mr & Mrs Smith hotel is marked by a flag; click it for more details.
moreLocal knowledge
- Taxis
- Hail a taxi from anywhere in the street.
- Tipping culture
- Ten to 12 per cent is normal.
- Packing tips
- A black credit card; your best party frock.
- Recommended reads
- Tender is the Night by F Scott Fitzgerald.
- Cuisine
- Monégasque cuisine is influenced by classic French, Provençal and Italian cooking: expect to eat bouillabaisse, tapenade, great seafood – but also haute cuisine with fine wines.
- Currency
- Euro.
- Dialing codes
- Country code for Monaco: 377. No city code.
- Do go/don't go
- If you want to see the Grand Prix, make sure you book at least two years in advance as most of the hotels are filled by the racing teams.
