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.

The golden triangle

When it comes to luxury retail spots, Monte Carlo’s golden triangle – or Carré d'Or – is the cream of the crop. You’ll find this trio of exclusive shopping streets over by Casino Square. The likes of Chanel, Cartier, Balenciaga and Fendi have all swung open their doors here, so there’s oodles of choice for big spenders and window shoppers alike.

At a Glance

  • Peek inside Monte Carlo Opera House
  • Go for a trot along the palm-dotted Larvotto Promenade
  • Eye up designer goodies in the golden triangle’s snazzy shops

TOP THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN MONTE CARLO

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SHOPPING

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