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Ready to look into the past and learn about the heritage of this fascinating city? We list historic homes, plantations, battlegrounds, and churches that are rich in history and provide for an educational travel diversion.
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
Address: 4, rue Colonel-Bellando-de-Castro, Monaco-Ville 98000
In 1875, this imposing cathedral was constructed using white stone from La Turbie. Inside the awe-inspiring structure, visitors can view an impressive retable painted by the renowned Louis Brea; windows created in 12th-century style; and the Great Altar and throne, both made of Carrara marble. One of the most popular features of the cathedral is...
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
Address: Pl de la Mairie, Monaco-Ville 98000
Located in the heart of Old Town, this charming, 17th-century chapel contains deeply moving pieces of art, including a life-like wood carving of Christ created by Francois-Joseph Bosio (sculptor for Emperor Napoleon I). Prince Honoré II was the first prior of the church, which was the seat of the Brotherhood of Black Penitents. Today, visitors...
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
Address: 10, av Saint-Charles, Monte Carlo 98000
French Renaissance in style, this handsome structure boasts a dramatic bell tower that reaches a height of 35 meters. The ornate interior features stained-glass windows that illustrate different biblical scenes and numerous pieces of artwork. Gilded chandeliers hanging in the nave once adorned the Prince's former armory.
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
Address: Pl Sainte-Dévote 98000
According to tradition and medieval legend, Dévote, the patron saint of the Principality, was martyred in Corsica early in the 4th century. The small boat in which her body was placed was caught in a storm at sea and ran aground in Monaco. This church, built centuries later near that site, honors the saint and her protection of Monaco, the...
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
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At 400 meters above sea level, the medieval hilltop village of Eze is a prized stop on any Riviera itinerary. Once home to Nietzsche but now frequented by the likes of Bono, Eze is an incredibly popular day trip; try to time your visit on a weekday, or out of season. Inhabited since 2000 BC, the pedestrian town is constructed entirely of pale...
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
Address: Montée des Trious, Saint-Paul 06570
Built in 1964 to house Aimé and Marguerite Maeght's enormous art collection. The museum and gardens are both breathtaking, with modern art hiding around every corner. Highlights include Chagall mosaics, Giacometti figures in the courtyard and a Miró garden maze. On top of the permanent collection, temporary exhibitions move in and out, with locals...
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
Address: 98000
Set atop a rocky outcrop between the ports of Monte Carlo and Fontvieille, Monaco's Old Town is a charming jumble of narrow cobblestone streets and picturesque buildings. Home to the Prince's Palace and the Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium, this is where visitors can get a true feel for old Monaco, before the modern skyscrapers and luxury yachts...
Category: Historic Sites - Monte Carlo Attractions & Activities
Address: Pl du Palais, Les Grands Appartements du Palais, Monaco-Ville 98000
Atop the Rock in the midst of Old Monaco sits the Prince of Monaco's home, which is centuries old and was formerly a fortress. Beginning in 1949, H.S.H. Prince Rainier III devoted much time to restoring and refurbishing the palace's interior. Guided tours of the luxurious state apartments are offered, along with free audio tapes in ten languages....
