Top Things to Do in Monaco: Glamour, History & Views

1. Prince's Palace: Grimaldi residence 700+ years; state apartments, changing of guard (11:55 daily), panoramic views.
2. Monte-Carlo Casino: Belle Époque icon; gaming rooms, Salle Garnier opera, atrium—dress code after 8 PM.
3. Jardin Exotique: Cliffside succulent garden; Observatory Cave; best Monaco panorama.
4. Oceanographic Museum: Cousteau legacy; aquariums, shark lagoon, marine science exhibits.
5. Corniche Roads: Three coastal highways (Basse, Moyenne, Grande) with hairpins, vistas, photo ops.
6. Monaco Cathedral: Romanesque-Byzantine; Grace Kelly & Rainier III tombs; organ concerts.
7. Shopping: Carré d'Or (Golden Square)—Hermès, Chanel, Rolex, local boutiques.
8. Nightlife: Jimmy'z, Buddha-Bar, Twiga, Casino bars—celebrity spotting.
9. Day trip: Menton (France): 10 min by train; lemon festival, old town, beaches.
10. Italian Riviera: Ventimiglia, Sanremo, Bordighera—30 min by train; markets, pasta, gelato.

Monaco is walkable (2 km²); wear comfortable shoes—elevation changes are constant.