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.
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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.
