It all began in 1911, at the height of the rivalry between two famous seaside towns: Nice and Monte-Carlo. The former organized its “carnival,” which attracted a rich clientele to its casinos, so Monaco decided to organize an automobile rally on the same lines as the celebrated Italian Cycle Rally (“convegni ciclisti”), with departure points in different European towns, converging on Monaco. This event was to take place in January, as a way of showing that the climate of the…
For decades, the circus has been known for its ability to brighten up the faces and spirits of adults and children alike. As a young child, Prince Rainier was fascinated with the circus world. So in 1974, he created the Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival to showcase the world’s greatest Big Top performers. Each year hundreds of acts petition to be a part of this weeklong ceremony, during which the two best performances are crowned with the coveted Gold and Silver…
Ideally located in the centre of Monte Carlo, on the historic former site of Radio Monte Carlo, this is the perfect place for a leisure stopover or business travel. Just a stone’s throw from the railway station, the Casino and the Grimaldi Forum, close to prestige shops and a few minutes from the beach, it offers a contemporary setting combining modernity, simplicity, comfort and well-being. Its 218 rooms including 17 suites are modern, spacious and comfortable with many clever features…
The Columbus Monte-Carlo is more than just a hotel, it is a way of life. It subtly combines a cosmopolitan “Chic & Cool” atmosphere and highly individual design with the energy of its surroundings in the Fontvieille district at the foot of the Rock, opposite the Princess Grace rose garden with the sea as a backdrop. This “lifestyle” hotel also has a bar, a “very trendy” brasserie, a fitness suite and access to an outdoor pool. 153 rooms, 17 suites…
This Palace was built in 1924, on the initiative of Prince Louis II and inaugurated on May 1st 1930. It is built out of sea tuff, a grey and porous stone, which was also used for Monaco’s ramparts. This stone contains many small pebbles, and sometimes mollusc shells.The bust of the Sovereign Honoré II, dated 1568, appears on one of the Palace façades.
This fortress built at the beginning of the 18th century, is now an open-air theater; it was rebuilt in 1953 under the initiative of Prince Rainier III being damaged in 1944. Its military architecture, watchtower and the almost total solitude which can be found there, combine to give it a unique and particular charm. Its stage has been pleasantly arranged with a pyramid of cannon balls at its centre. The military architecture of the fort is emphasised by the pittosporum…
This 11th century votive chapel is dedicated to the Principality’s and Princely family’s Patron Saint. Sainte-Dévote church was built in the hollow of the “Vallon des Gaumates”, where, during the 4th century a small boat carrying Sainte Dévote’s remains ran aground at its entrance. Every year on 26th January, a boat is burnt at nightfall as part of a traditional ceremony.
An azure blue lagoon, neo-classical architecture interspersed with archways and columns, 312 rooms, 21 suites and 1 apartment with unique views over Monaco or the sea. Spacious 39 to 43m² rooms and terraces, intimate and comfortable, spacious and light and decorated with light marble and precious woods. Two restaurants the “Blue Bay” with 250 places and the “Las Brisas”, summer restaurant with 150 places, confirm Monte-Carlo’s culinary excellence with Mediterranean flavours and world cuisine. “L’Orange Verte”, a place for light…
The Salle Empire in the Hotel de Paris is one of the most beautiful salons that exists, decorated with frescoes, bas-reliefs and caryatids. An exceptional setting for an exceptional reception. A listed historical site since the end of the 19th century, this magnificent banqueting venue epitomises a European lifestyle. All year round, it hosts highly prestigious galas and receptions. In July and August, dinner is served on the terrace overlooking Place du Casino. Capacity Surface area ———— 500 sq.m (5631…
The Convention Center of the Third Millennium In October 2008, the Grimaldi Forum Monaco became one of the first European convention centers to obtain the ISO 14001 environmental management certification. Right from the start, the architects addressed environmental issues in the design of the center’s insulation, energy and air conditioning. It is an engineering miracle built on land reclaimed from the sea; 500 cubic meters of water are pumped per hour, generating energy to heat and cool the building, without…
