To revel

A taste of Monaco's constellation of starred restaurants

In Monaco, the Salle des Étoiles shines with its unique artistic programme, but other starred venues offer shows that are just as exclusive. The Principality boasts thirteen Michelin stars spread across eight exceptional venues. Among them, the iconic Louis XV - Alain Ducasse and its three stars never cease to amaze. The Blue Bay Marcel Ravin, Les Ambassadeurs by Christophe Cussac and L'Abysse Monte-Carlo, all with two stars, delight the palates of their guests. La Table d'Antonio Salvatore, Le Grill, Pavyllon Monte-Carlo and Elsa give the dishes on offer a unique character... The promise of exhilarating moments in the heart of enchanting settings.

Enjoy exceptional meals on the Place du Casino at Café de Paris Monte-Carlo

The modern, open space of Place du Casino is the perfect place to stroll and relax, and invites gourmets to take advantage of its terraces! Start with the transformed Café de Paris, now spread over two floors and revisiting the style and atmosphere of the brasserie. An elegant interior room, a chic and cosy terrace where you can admire the unrivalled setting, and a raised floor: this Mecca of the Principality perpetuates the brasserie spirit to enjoy lunches in the sunshine, gourmet tea-times, or dinners until the end of the night!

Soak up the Latin-Brazilian atmosphere on the Place du Casino rooftop

Who wouldn't want to sip a cocktail from one of the most beautiful vantage points in the world? Nestling on the spacious rooftop of the Café de Paris, Amazonico Monte-Carlo enchants the Principality with its Latin-Brazilian ambience and plant decor. A benchmark for festive evenings in Madrid, London and Dubai, it now lights up the Place du Casino with its creative cuisine combining tropical and Latin American influences.

Treat your taste buds by the Principality's most beautiful pools

Having a good time on a terrace and sharing those moments with the people you love - that's the idea of a successful holiday. Establishments abound with these places filled with serenity where relaxation rhymes with delight. There are plenty of places to relax and enjoy. These include Le Deck at Monte-Carlo Beach, L'Orange Verte at Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, Nikki Beach 'by the pool' at Fairmont Monte-Carlo, Azzurra Kitchen at Novotel Monte-Carlo, Muse at Méridien Beach Plaza and Odyssey at Métropole Monte-Carlo.

Try the local flavours

Staying in the Principality means sampling its specialities! Monaco is full of places where you can enjoy local life and savour the typical dishes of a country with a rich culinary history, on a summer terrace. To do so, head for the Marché de la Condamine and its covered market in the heart of the city. Barbagiuan, socca, pissaladière... flavours every visitor should try! A little higher up, in Monaco-Ville, the Castelroc, nestling under the pine trees on Place du Palais, invites you to discover its Mediterranean cuisine inspired by local traditions, such as Monegasque-style stockfish. In the heart of a region where oyster farms are few and far between, Les Perles de Monte-Carlo offers a simple gourmet experience to enjoy exceptional oysters bred in Monaco, as well as all kinds of seafood, from clams to sea bream. If you want to enjoy your meal overlooking the sea at the end of a jetty and forget the hustle and bustle of the city, U Luvassu offers a terrace where you can sample the catch of the day.

Making the most of the Principality through its ephemeral concepts

As the days lengthen and the sun warms the Côte d'Azur coastline, the Principality reveals its ephemeral concepts where you can relax. Starting with the Lounge Solaire, Veuve Clicquot's chic pop-up. Located opposite theHôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, Lounge Solaire offers a sparkling break right in the heart of Monaco. Nearby, the Mada Lounge also takes up its summer quarters in the Jardins des Boulingrins. Opposite the Casino de Monte-Carlo, chef Marcel Ravin's summer pop-up Mada One invites locals and visitors alike to sip cocktails with a DJ and live music. For moments of relaxation under the stars, head to the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, where the Campari Lounge embodies summer elegance in an enchanting setting. Nestling in the Excelsior gardens, this ephemeral bar offers a refined atmosphere with a breathtaking view. Le Méridien Beach Plaza is teaming up with the crocodile brand for a pop-up Café Lacoste. In a chic yet relaxed setting, guests can enjoy a gourmet experience overlooking the Mediterranean.

Take part in the Festival des Etoilés, a series of exceptional dinners

The Festival des Etoilés Monte-Carlo returns, once again celebrating culinary excellence with a series of exceptional dinners featuring Michelin-starred chefs from around the world. The event kicks off on 10 April with a prestigious dinner at Le Grill*, where Dominique Lory and Pierre Gagnaire reunite after 25 years together. On 20 June, Alain Ducasse and Albert Adrià will join forces at the Louis XV for a gastronomic experience fusing French and Spanish cuisine. On 13 July, Yannick Alleno and Davide Oldani will offer a convivial and innovative evening at the Pavyllon, followed by an exceptional event at the Blue Bay on 18 July with Marcel Ravin and Anne-Sophie Pic. A unique gala dinner will bring this^5th edition to a close in the autumn.

Take your taste buds to the four corners of the world

Some 139 nationalities rub shoulders in Monaco throughout the year. This cosmopolitan atmosphere is reflected in the food on offer. From April to November, Peruvian culture is sublimated at Coya Monte-Carlo, with delicate touches of Asian cuisine, just a stone's throw from Jimmy'z and the Salle des Etoiles. More in the mood for Japanese cuisine? Japanese cuisine blends perfectly with other cultures to create an explosive fusion in every experience, as at Izakaya Cozza, where Japan meets Italy, or at Nobu Fairmont Monte-Carlo, which offers a Japanese dinner with South American accents in a cosy atmosphere. Speaking of union, Lebanon meets the Mediterranean at Em Sherif, in the prestigious Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo. A subtle voyage of the senses in a warm atmosphere with a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean.

Fusion again at the Blue Bay Marcel Ravin at the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, where two-starred chef Marcel Ravin unveils a cuisine combining Caribbean and Mediterranean delights. Not to be missed either is Yatai, the new concept at the heart of Maya Bay, which revisits ramen and shirashi with a Monegasque twist.

Nestling under the pines at Le Méridien Beach Plaza

Muse occupies the area around Le Méridien Beach Plaza's private beach and swimming pool. With a range of dishes inspired by Mediterranean culture and made using fresh ingredients, Muse offers exceptional moments for both sunny days and chic, festive dinners. You can also relax with a tropical fruit cocktail in hand at the Alang Bar, modelled on a traditional Balinese bar and open especially during the summer season, in the shade of the alang-alang thatched roof. Just a stone's throw away, the beachfront establishment invites everyone to enjoy a culinary journey through Belgium with Smakelijk. Meaning 'good appetite' in Flemish, this jovial, gourmet Belgian neo-brasserie invites guests to take a trip to the Plat Pays and create a memorable experience.

Eating with your feet in the water at the Larvotto beach complex

The Larvotto seaside resort attracts locals and visitors alike with its vast beach, shaded promenade, shops and restaurants. There's no shortage of places to take a refreshing dip under the azure skies and dine with your feet in the water: choose from one of the four private beaches at Le Neptune, La Note Bleue, La Rose des Vents or Le Miami, each with its own special atmosphere, or head to Giacomo for Italian specialities or Sexy Tacos for a Mexico made in Monaco atmosphere! And on the shaded promenade, Bistro Coe offers refined cuisine from breakfast to dinner, with panoramic views over the Mediterranean.

Relax on the waterside terrace

Having a good time on a terrace and sharing those moments with the people you love - that's the idea of a successful holiday! The Principality is overflowing with places where relaxation and delight are the watchwords. There are many havens of peace where you can enjoy the local gentle way of life, notably along its two marinas: at Port Hercule, alongside the large yachts and small boats with the Brasserie de Monaco, Old Wild West, Caffè Milano, Maison Gigi and the Quai des Artistes and Marius, and at Port de Fontvieille, where local boats follow the latest generation vessels, with Moshi Moshi, Tre Scalini, Amici Miei and the Beefbar Monte-Carlo !

Taste local specialities at the Marché de la Condamine

There's nothing like joining Monegasques at the Marché de la Condamine in the morning, when they're thinking about the dishes they'll be cooking. It's as much a meeting place as it is a perfect place to have lunch and savour local dishes such as barbagiuàn or fougasse. Below the Rocher, in the shadow of the Princely Palace, the Place de la Condamine is home to a number of cafés and restaurants, making it the perfect spot for a gourmet break.

Regional tip

Take to the skies to discover the region's best addresses

The Monegasque experience of excellence also includes an unforgettable helicopter flight to enjoy a meal in some of the region's finest restaurants: a must! With ' Héli Gastronomie ', Héli Air Monaco is offering a free shuttle between your accommodation and the helipad, a round trip by helicopter and an exceptional meal at La Bastide de Moustiers, at the gateway to authentic Provence and Alain Ducasse's favourite restaurant, just a 30-minute flight from Monaco, or Chez Bruno, a pretty Provencal farmhouse in Lorgues that is devoted to truffles. But that's not all! You can also treat yourself to a trip to the Paul Ricard circuit for a thrilling experience, or enjoy an exclusive moment playing golf at Sanremo.