MagnificentTraveler.com

If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting!

Monaco is a fantastic place to visit as there is a tremendous amount of “God made” and “man made” sights to see. Although it is well known for the casino, there are a number of other recommended activities to investigate while you’re there.

1. Aquarium - Oceanographic Museum & Aquarium. This aquarium was founded in 1910 by Prince Albert 1. The building itself is very impressive architecturally. There are a number of floors of interesting exhibits reviewing the history of ocean exploration and displays of the samples collected over many years. The highlight however, is the aquarium which is in the basement which is spectacular. This will appeal to everyone from children to adults and is highly recommended. Not everything in Monaco is geared towards families with children, but this attraction definitely is.

2. Prince’s Palace of Monaco. Surrounding the palace are breathtaking views of the coastline. Tours are available. There are also very beautiful gardens surrounding the palace which are free to walk through and are definitely a worthwhile diversion.

3. Evenings in Monaco. Parking after 7 pm is free, and it’s an enjoyable activity to wander around the area surrounding the casino or the harbour. There are lots of beautiful boats and cars to investigate.

4. Drive a Ferrari on the F1 track. For approximately 85 Euro you can pilot a Ferrari around the F1 track. Judging by the crowds around this area it is a very popular activity for all of the budding race car drivers.

4. Restaurants in Monaco.

a) Restaurant Musee Monaco - highly recommended although the service is a little slow due to a high volume of traffic and insufficient staff. The restaurant is on top of the Oceanographic Museum & Aquarium and provides an excellent view and nice breezes under the umbrellas.

b) Le Nautic - not recommended. The restaurant is located in the main harbour close to the water and the road. The food is less than spectacular (burnt) and while the servers are very friendly the female manager is rude. Unfortunately the restaurant is also located beside the road so there is the constant noise of cars racing past.

c) Le Botticelli - recommended. The restaurant is located right on the F1 track and provides excellent views of the harbour. Staff is friendly and the food is great.