Monaco & Monte Carlo Day Trip from Nice
Nice, France
About This Activity
Monaco is 25 minutes by train from Nice (€4.50 return) and free to wander. Watch the changing of the guard at the Prince's Palace at 11:55 am daily, stroll the yacht-packed Port Hercule, and walk through Casino Square — the grand Beaux-Arts exterior is free to view. Casino entry costs €10-17 for adults (must be 18+, smart dress required). The Océanographic Museum (€22.50) is among Europe's finest marine collections. Avoid late May during the Monaco Grand Prix.
Seasonal note: Best spring/autumn; avoid Monaco Grand Prix weekend in late May (2026: May 21-24); Prince's Palace guard change daily at 11:55 am
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