Welcome to Monaco

The world’s second-smallest country is home to casinos, car racing and Cote d’Azure beauty. Perhaps its most iconic natural feature is Le Rocher (The Rock), where tourists find historic Monaco, or Monaco-ville, dating back to the 13th century.

Much of Monaco’s appeal is its French Riviera ambience, complete with lavish yachts moored in the harbor, designer shopping, upscale restaurants and five-star hotels.

Unique Facts

• Monaco hosts the annual Monaco Grand Prix and Monaco Yacht Show.
• While visitors can gamble to their hearts’ contents in Monaco’s casinos, citizens of the country are not allowed to gamble nor visit the casinos.
• It’s sunny more than 300 days a year in Monaco.
• Monaco does not have an army. It is protected militarily by France.
• The Grimaldi family ruling Monaco is the longest ruling dynasty in Europe, on the throne since 1297.

Language

Monaco’s official language is French.

When To Go

The best time to go to Monaco is year-round, although spring and autumn are the most pleasant, temperature-wise.

Airports

Cote d’Azur Airport, Nice, France (closest international airport)

Passport Validity

Passport must be valid at time of entry .

Visa Required By US Citizen?

None

Vaccinations

The CDC recommends the following vaccine for all travelers when visiting Monaco: Measles and routine vaccinations. Some travelers should receive the Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Rabies vaccines.

Electrical Outlets

Power plugs and sockets: types E and F. Standard voltage: 230V. Frequency: 50Hz.

Currency

Euro

Getting Around

It is possible to cross Monaco from east to west on foot in just 45 minutes. There are various public lifts and escalators throughout the Principality, making everything within walking distance.

Bus service covers all of the main tourist attractions, museums,the exotic garden, business centers, the casino, Stade Louis-II and more. Water taxi and regular taxi service is available. Electric bicycles are available for rent.

Driver’s License

A valid US driver’s license and international driving permit are required.

US Embassy Info

U.S. Embassy Paris
2 avenue Gabriel
75008 Paris
France
Phone: [33] (1)43122222
Alt Phone: (33) 1 42 66 97 83

Local Visitor Info

Tourism Office of Monaco
2 Boulevard des Moulins
98000 Monaco
Tel: +377 92 16 61 66
https://www.monte-carlo.mc/en/tourism/visit-monaco/

Local Emergency Phone Numbers

Fire, Ambulance: 18
Police: 17

Safety and Security

The crime rate is low in Monaco.