Prince's Palace (Palais Princier de Monaco) Tours and Tickets
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Prince's Palace (Palais Princier de Monaco)
Visitor numbers to the State Apartments are limited, so it’s best to book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Leave yourself around an hour to explore the palace and car collection.
The State Apartments are accessed via stairs only and therefore are not accessible to wheelchair users.
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Tickets to the Prince's Palace cost €13 for adults and €8 for visitors ages 6–17; kids under 6 enter for free. Purchase tickets in advance online or at the palace’s ticket office on the day of your visit. A free downloadable audio guide in more than 10 languages is available for visitors, as is an activities booklet for children.
Yes, the official residence of the Prince of Monaco impresses with its lavish Grand Apartments, hilltop views, and daily changing of the guard ceremony. You can visit on your own—the apartments are open from April to October—but consider taking a guided tour to learn more about the history of this royal complex and the family that has long lived there. City walking tours that cover both the palace and Monaco's highlights are a great way to maximize your time in the principality.
Per one customer who booked Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour-F1, Grace Kelly & Royal Secrets: "Absolutely wonderful day! We saw much of Monaco and learned a great deal about the history. Our guide, Jenny, was very knowledgeable and fun. Definitely worth the time and great pictures to capture the memories!"
The Prince and Princess of Monaco live in the Prince’s Palace (Palais Princier de Monaco): Prince Albert II (son of Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III), his wife Charlene, and their children, Jacques and Gabriella. Monaco’s Royal Family has resided here for over 700 years.
Yes, visitors can visit the Prince’s Palace in Monaco during its seasonal opening period, typically from April to October. There is an entrance fee of around €10 for adults, students and young people aged 6–17 pay €5, and children under the age of 6 enter for free. Audio guides are available to visitors in 11 different languages.
The Prince’s Palace was built in 1191 as a fortress and was captured by François Grimaldi in 1297, whose family then came to power—Charles I Grimaldi is considered to have been the first lord of Monaco in 1341. Over the years, the fortified palace added different wings and towers according to the architectural style of the era, and houses a large collection of frescoes.
The Prince’s Palace is open to visitors for around seven months of the year, typically from April to October. If visiting during the open season, check the website for the confirmed opening dates and to book your tickets in advance.
You can buy tickets to the Prince’s Palace either online via its official website or at the palace’s ticket office. It’s recommended to book tickets online to save time once you arrive.
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