With a luxury shopping scene and a swish casino on hand, holidays to Monte Carlo crank the lavish lever up a few notches.
A famous casino
Monte Carlo is Monaco’s best-known district, and unsurprisingly, there’s no shortage of attractions around here. The iconic Monte Carlo Casino takes centre stage. It’s a bit of a Hollywood star, so you might recognise it from the big screen. While you’re there, have a nosey around the opera house next door. It’s a stunner, decked out with all the bells and whistles – think red velvet drapes, crystals and gold leaf galore.
Seafront sights
The coastline around here packs in sight after sight – from the biscuit-tinted pebbles of Larvotto Beach to the yacht-stacked marina. The former makes a great starting point for a plod along the seafront – it’s backed by a chunky prom, which you can follow down to the nearby Princess Grace Japanese Garden. This little oasis goes all-out on traditional Japanese decor – it’s got ponds dotted with lily pads, pretty bridges and a waterfall to boot.