Finding yourself

Explore the Mediterranean in a different way with Monaco Riviera Navigation

Fancy a trip out to sea? Monaco Riviera Navigation offers trips on solar-powered electric boats, so you can take to the open sea and admire the coastline from the Mediterranean! Located in Port Hercule, this family-run business also offers tours to observe dolphins and cetaceans in the Pelagos sanctuary. An adventure for couples, families or friends to explore Monaco from a whole new angle! Available from April to September.

Get lost in the Principality's parks and gardens

The Principality is dotted with many green spaces where you can combine sightseeing with nature breaks. From the Saint-Martin and Fort Antoine gardens in Monaco-Ville to the Petite Afrique and Boulingrins gardens in Monte-Carlo, not forgetting the Princesse Antoinette Park, the Botanical Centre, the landscaped park at Fontvieille and the Japanese and Animal Gardens, green spaces account for more than 20% of Monaco's territory. Many of these parks and gardens have play areas for the little ones to enjoy!

Performing under the big top at the Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival

Every year, the Festival International du Cirque de Monte-Carlo (Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival) delights audiences of all ages for almost ten days. The Tous en piste circus school is extending these unique moments by offering summer circus courses for children aged 4 and over. The programme includes 5 periods of multi-disciplinary training (full or half days) for children aged 4 to 16 and aerial training for teenagers aged 11 and over. Artistic, fun and sporting activities for tightrope walkers and jugglers!

Observe the large marine mammals off the coast of the Principality

Discovering large marine mammals in their natural habitat is a dream come true in the Principality! Sustainable Whale Watching Monaco allows you to observe whales, fin whales, sperm whales... thanks to the Pelagos sanctuary. It's an unexpected experience in Monegasque waters and an opportunity to discover the incredible natural wealth off the coast of the Principality.

Embark on a trip to the Principality thanks to the tourist trains and buses

The Monaco Tours tourist train is one of the best ways to visit the Principality while learning in a fun and educational way. A unique thirty to forty minute tour of Monaco's most beautiful sites. For families wishing to discover Monaco in complete freedom, the Monaco Le Grand Tour hop-on / hop-off option lets you hop on and off the double-decker bus to explore the Principality's best points of interest!

Keeping the little ones happy

The Columbus Monte-Carlo thinks of adults and children alike! The hotel in the Fontvieille district is developing a number of initiatives for the little ones, from menus specially designed for children to Banwood Bikes for riding in style and pyjama parties for unforgettable birthdays! At the Hermitage Monte-Carlo, the hotel and Bonpoint have teamed up to bring the world of children to life. Natural cosmetics, a kids' room designed with the youngest guests in mind, top-quality entertainment... nothing is too good to please the Very Important Kids at the hotel! From 15 June, the Monte-Carlo Beach will also have its own area and activities dedicated to children. The "Petit VIP" concept will offer a variety of activities such as an astronomy evening, art workshops, sports tournaments...

Feel like a fish in water at Monaco's swimming pools

An open-air swimming pool in the heart of Port Hercule, the Rainier-III nautical stadium is open during the summer season. An Olympic-size pool with treated, filtered seawater heated to 27°C, complete with diving boards and a slide! Children can also have fun in the Novotel Monte-Carlo's seasonal swimming pool. The same pleasures can be found at the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, with its exceptional sandy lagoon, or in the children's pool at the Monte-Carlo Beach or Fairmont Monte-Carlo.