MONACO
Monaco Insider Tip 1 |
It's not all caviar and cocktails |
Monaco is not as expensive as you think. There are lots of small restaurants that offer great food at great prices. Try Planet Bar, in Place Des Moulins for lunchtime food or an early evening aperitif. Zia Theresa in the Metropole centre serve wonderful genuine Italian food and is one of the best places for coffee.
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Monaco Insider Tip 2 |
Keep cool in the city |
In the centre of Port d'Hercule you'll find the swimming pool complex made famous by the Grand Prix circuit. Even on the hottest summer days it's quieter in the early mornings and they always keep a lane reserved for strong swimmers. It is worth knowing that after 1.00pm entry, sunbeds and parasols are all half price.
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Monaco Insider Tip 3 |
Free Parking |
| Boulevard des Suisse is free to park on if you are lucky enough to find a space. Unlike many other big European cities there are still places where you can park for free, so cruise around and read the signs, if there are no markings then yes, it's real, free parking. The spaces marked 'Payant' mean that you will have to pay per hour but the rates are really reasonable and the two hours of lunchtime are free. |
Monaco Insider Tip 4 |
Varied Prices |
There are lots of underground car parks so finding a space is never much of a problem but the rates can vary so it's worth checking the signs. Some, but not all, offer the first hour free, but again, check the signs. Only Monaco or Nice registered cars are allowed drive up into the Old Town but it's a pretty walk and there are regular buses to take you up too. Purchase your tickets on board.
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Monaco Insider Tip 5 |
Local knowledge |
| One of the cheapest cafes in Monaco is in Place Des Moulins. it is little more than a kiosk but the seating area is laid out around an old Olive Mill and beautifully manicured gardens. Here you can pick up a cafe for 1 euro and huge french baguette sandwiches for 3 or 4 euro as well as salads, snack food, beer, ice cream and drinks. It's not Cordon Blue but it fills a gap without hitting your wallet. |
Monaco Insider Tip 6 |
Great Food, reasonable prices |
As a guide, the cafe's on Port d'Hercule are not good quality and are expensive, delve into the back streets of Condamine to find better. Casino square is naturally very expensive but a cafe in Hagen Daas cafe in the park is cheaper and just as pretty. Monaco beach area and Boulevard d'Italie have 'low bling factor' cafe's and restaurants for relaxed pizzas and salads.
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Monaco Insider Tip 7 |
Vouchers on offer |
| Check out the tourist desks in Nice airport. You'll find lots of leaflets and information on whats going on in Monaco and also free street maps. The Monaco tourist office print little booklets, keep an eye out for them as they sometimes have money off offers printed inside for local attractions or events. Even off your helicopter trip from the airport. |
Monaco Insider Tip 8 |
Keep it real |
| If you are renting a luxury apartment, an amazing villa or a stunning home on the French Riviera it doesn't mean that you won't need to stock it or that you want to pay huge prices to do so. Visit the markets in Place d'Armes for fresh produce or Carrefour Supermarket in Fontvieille for the best variety and price. |
Renting Holiday Accommodation in Monaco
If you are interested in renting a holiday home or vacation villa in Monaco and want to start looking at what is available to rent then please use the search facility at the bottom of this page or click on 'Browse Rentals' in the menu system at the top of the page on the left. You will find luxury apartments, holiday rentals and great villas, we hope you find something you like and have a happy holiday.
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Elegant studio that is perfect for all events in Monaco and Monte Carlo. It is in a completely new building which is...
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Bijou 1 bedroom apartment with a balcony and captivating sea views. This apartment is in a new building and benefits...
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This is the ideal low cost option for Monte Carlo, this spacious studio apartment is the perfect place to stay for a...
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