Monaco, an exceptional destination for leisure and business
A safe and easyaccess
While Monaco immediately conjures up images of prestige and elegance, it is also a lively, cultural and accessible destination. The Principality offers a wide range of pleasures to enjoy all year round, in a small area of just 2 km2 where everything is close at hand: hotels, beaches, restaurants, leisure activities...
Its location between France and Italy, at the heart of Europe, makes it easy to get to, withNice International Airport just 30 km away, a heliport and a railway station providing links to and from Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Milan and Rome.
Monaco is also one of the most secure cities in the world, offering a safe and perfectly controlled environment for worry-free holidays and business trips.
A privilegedatural setting
Set between sea and hills, Monaco boasts a sublime Mediterranean setting. Perched on a hillside, the Principality enjoys a mild climate with over 300 days of sunshine a year. Ideal for holidays in all seasons.
This luminous setting features lush gardens, elegant private and public beaches, and panoramic terraces overlooking the sea, inviting you to relax ororganise outdoor events.
With its longstanding commitment to sustainable development, the Principality is making the most of this exceptional environment by taking concrete action to promote responsible tourism and a greener city: soft mobility, protection of marine areas, intelligent management of resources, etc.
The art ofcevoir
The destination stands out for its exceptional hotel offer, combining palaces, seaside resorts and charming hotels : a diverse range of accommodation, suitable for holidays with family, friends or couples, as well as for business stays.
The region also boasts a vibrant culinary scene, with Michelin-starred restaurants such as the Louis XV - Alain Ducasse at the Hôtel de Paris*** or the Ambassadeurs by Christophe Cussac** at the Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo, and fine restaurants that reflect both Mediterranean cuisine and the diversity of flavours from around the world.
Bars with uninterrupted views over the Mediterranean, iconic nightclubs... the Principality's many nightlife venues invite you to relax and party.
Culture, heritageand world-famous events
From the Prince's Palace to the Casino de Monte-Carlo, not forgetting its villas and contemporary towers, Monaco's heritage reveals an ever-renewed wealth to visitors, bearing witness to the traditions and visions of tomorrow.
Monaco's international reputation is also reflected in its prestigious cultural offering, with institutions such as the Monaco Oceanographic Museumthe Grimaldi Forum and its exhibitions, the Ballets de Monte-Carlo and theMonte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, and its many museums. Not to mention an annual calendar packed with major events: Formula 1 Tag Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco, Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival, Monte-Carlo Summer Festival...
Premium destination for business tourism
All these assets, combined with a top-class infrastructure, make Monaco one of the most sought-after locations in Europe for conferences, seminars, product launches and incentive events. The proximity of the venues, the diversity of the meeting venues - Grimaldi Forum, One Monte-Carlo to name but a few - the quality of the hotel services, the variety of activities on offer to participants: the Principality is establishing itself as a business destination that is as effective as it is enjoyable, for memorable events.
Monaco in allall its dimensions
To find out more about Monaco, explore places to visit, glean ideas for activities and accommodation or prepare your stay in the Principality, the Visitors pages of our website provide all the information you need.
Likewise, MICE professionals can find all the documentation they need to organise a successful event in Monaco on the Convention Bureau section of our website .