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Cultural Activities in Monaco

Discover the top Monaco cultural activities

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Whatever you choose to do on your holiday you are sure to find a huge range of cultural activities across the Monaco area. From museums to theatres, live music or wine tastings, there is something for everyone in Monaco. Check out the selection of things to do & see below for some holiday inspiration!

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  1. Boat trips & sailing
  2. Castles & Ruins
  3. Cave & Rock Climbing
  4. Cinema
  5. Cookery Schools & Courses
  6. Culture and guided tours
  7. Cycling
  8. Fiestas, Fairs & Fetes
  9. Fitness and swimming
  10. Flying
  11. Golf
  12. Houses & gardens
  13. Indoor activities
  14. Indoor climbing
  15. Live Music
  16. Markets
  17. Museums & Galleries
  18. Paragliding / Parapenting
  19. Religious Buildings
  20. Sailing & yachting
  21. Spas and massages
  22. Theatres
  23. Theme parks, waterparks and aquariums
  24. Waterparks
  25. Watersports

Boat trips & sailing in Monaco

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Castles & Ruins

Home to one of the most popular princely families, in Monaco you can visit the Palais Princier and check out the luxurious residence of the Grimaldis. The small country also has an 18th-century fort overlooking the bay.

Cave & Rock Climbing

Monaco's Jardin Exotique features a wide variety of succulent plants as well as beautiful caves for a great day out.

Cinema

Catch the latest films and releases in Monaco on your holiday. Look out for VOST for English speaking films. 

Cookery Schools & Courses

Monaco, nestled between France and Italy, is a paradise for foodies. Some restaurants around Monaco offer cookery classes where you can learn to prepare traditional dishes or discover the newest trends in the local cuisine.

Culture and guided tours in Monaco

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Cycling in Monaco

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Fiestas, Fairs & Fetes

The biggest festival in Monaco is celebrated on its national day, Saint-Rainier day on November 19th. But there are other fetes where you can mingle with the locals, dance to traditional music and taste local specialities while learning more about the region's history and customs.

Fitness and swimming in Monaco

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Flying in Monaco

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Golf in Monaco

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Houses & gardens

There is a wide variety of gardens where to go for a walk in Monaco. They feature different varieties of plants and layouts, including a Japanese garden, the large area of the Fontvieille Park that boasts a beautiful rose garden dedicated to Princess Grace, or the French gardens surrounding Monaco's casino. On the southern face of the Grimaldi rock there is also a zoological garden with around 50 different animal species.

Indoor activities in Monaco

Indoor Activities Things To Do in Monaco

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Indoor climbing

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Live Music

Monte Carlo is more known for its casinos, superyachts and royal shenanigans than for its music scene, but that’s not to say there aren’t spectacular live music acts to be found. Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated jazz lounge with a panoramic view over the Mediterranean, the deep house beats of a famous DJ in an exotic Japanese garden or a rock band belting out old favourites at an Irish bar, Monaco will deliver.

Markets

Monaco and the surrounding area have a whole host of markets where you can hunt a bargain, check out the local crafts and antiques, or buy regional produce.

Museums & Galleries

Monaco has a unique history showcased in a wide range of museums and galleries to keep visitors entertained. From important art collections to historical exhibitions, there is something for everyone, including a museum dedicated to old cars.

Paragliding / Parapenting

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Religious Buildings

The largest church in Monaco is Sainte-Dévote, dedicated to the patron saint of the Principality and dating back to the 19th century. 

Sailing & yachting in Monaco

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Spas and massages in Monaco

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Theatres

Monaco has a very lively cultural life despite its small size, boasting spectacular theatre venues like the historical Theatre Princesse Grace, the Opera or the modern Grimaldi Forum. Here you will be able to watch an eclectic choice of theatre pieces, many in French, dance shows, and operas.

Theme parks, waterparks and aquariums in Monaco

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Waterparks

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Watersports in Monaco

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Upcoming Events

Monaco is well-known for hosting some of the world's biggest and best events, such as the Monaco Grand Prix, the Monte-Carlo Tennis Masters and the Monaco Yacht Show. Fashion, art and music are also popular – you will find that there are events taking place throughout the year attracting some of the biggest names in these fields.

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