⭐ Highlight
Prince's Palace of Monaco
See the Grimaldi family's clifftop palace and its midday changing of the guard.
Typical duration
60 min
Price
~€10 state apartments (≈ $11)
From port
0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Transfer time
15 min
Indoor / Outdoor
mixed
Queue risk
medium
👨👩👧 Family friendly⚡ Good for short stops
🕐 Best time to visit
Around 11:55am for the changing of the guard
The Prince's Palace has been the seat of the ruling Grimaldi family since the 13th century, perched on the rock of Monaco-Ville. The changing of the guard happens daily at 11:55am; the state apartments open to visitors in season.
Getting there from the port
Walk up to Monaco-Ville (Le Rocher), or take bus 1 or 2
🚌 Best transport: walk💶 Cost: Free walk or €2 bus