10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Monaco That You Shouldn't Miss

October 23, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

The Principality of Monaco, a small city-state overlooking the pristine blue waters of the Mediterranean, is a place famed for its glamour and wealth. The Palais Princier, former home of Princess Grace and current home of her son, Prince Albert II, is at the top of the cliff-bound medieval Monaco-Ville. More well known is Monte Carlo, a neighborhood soaked in sun, money, and expensive champagne, and home to the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix, the European Poker Tour, and the Monte Carlo Rally.
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1. Villefranche Shore Excursion: 6 hrs Private Tour of Nice, Eze and Monaco

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This 6 hour private tour will give you the opportunity to see some of the most renowned places on the French Riviera. With your private guide, visit Nice, the capital of the county of the Maritimes Alpes. Discover the old town and its market, stop maybe in a typical French bakery for a coffee and a chocolate croissant and continue the way on the coastal road to the medieval village of Eze . This eagle's nest will give you an overview of the medieval architecture and a walk on the narrow cobbled streets. Head then further to Monaco and Monte Carlo and try to feel the glamour of this astonishing Principality. Visit Monaco Old Town with its Prince's Palace, the Cathedral and the Oceanographic Museum. Drive on the Formula 1 race track to Monte Carlo and try to catch pictures of the World's famous casino, the Hotel de Paris and the well located Café de Paris around the Casino square. Great views are included! The itinerary of this tour can be customized depending on your own preferences.

Inclusions: Licensed guide, Port arrival pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water, Free WIFI (on demand)

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fees

Reviewed By ibrohrin

This review is long overdue. But when a friend asked me what they should do while in France I had to recommend this day trip with Yvonne. Yvonne tailor made our day so that my husband and I were able to see the things most important to us. Her knowledge of the area is truly wonderful. We were able to visit little villages, talk to the shop owners, taste incredible food and see sights we would not have explored on our own. Of course her Mercedes was very clean and comfortable. Yvonne is a warm and friendly host. The day spent with her as our guide was the highlight of our trip to France.

2. Full Day Private Custom French Riviera Tour from Nice

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During this full day 8 hour tour, experience French Riviera with a local private guide and visit some of the main "Cote d'Azur" highlights such as the medieval village of Eze, the glamorous Cannes and its Croisette, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, or the beautiful Monaco, Monte Carlo with the Prince's Palace and the old town. It's geographical variety offers sumptuous landscapes with multi-coloured rocks, beautiful bays and sheer cliffs that give way to the corniches of Eze, Menton and Monaco. Well-preserved villages witness an intense and rich history but you can also experience the hustle and bustle of the towns such as Cannes, Nice and Monaco. We are going to work out the itinerary together and find the most adequate routing just for you and your family or friends! Your tour can be customized according to your own preferences and wishes.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Licensed guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Free WIFI (on demand)

Exclusions: admission fees, Food & drinks

Reviewed By ibrohrin

This review is long overdue. But when a friend asked me what they should do while in France I had to recommend this day trip with Yvonne. Yvonne tailor made our day so that my husband and I were able to see the things most important to us. Her knowledge of the area is truly wonderful. We were able to visit little villages, talk to the shop owners, taste incredible food and see sights we would not have explored on our own. Of course her Mercedes was very clean and comfortable. Yvonne is a warm and friendly host. The day spent with her as our guide was the highlight of our trip to France.

Kultours- Best French Riviera Tours
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Get a taste of 3 countries. Enjoy one of the most picutresque villages in Southern Frnace, feel the cultural and geographical differences between the French and Italian Riviera and enjoy a delicious Italian breakfast and get some of the glitz and glamor of the Principality of Monaco, all in one day! As a Government licensed guide, I will not be happy to help you, but you will not be disappointed. I am a one-woman-company, so all my tours are conducted by myself.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By imscribe

Ingrid is full of historic, trivia, & tidbit facts/information about the entire French Riviera. We hired her for 2 days and she never disappointed us. Learned much about Nice, coastline, Eze, Monaco, Monte Carlo. 3 countries in ONE hour - she made it happened! France, Italy & Monaco. She told us it was the "perfect" time of the year to visit - few tourists & reduced prices, including hotel & shops. 2nd day was spent in Antibes (where Picasso lived 5 months/1946), small family run winery, St. Paul de Vence & more. Picnics both days - breathtaking views of countryside. She brought cloth tablecloths/wine glasses - niceities to add to experience!.Our trip seems surreal now, but we have boundless treasured memories thanks to Ingrid!

4. live the best of the french riviera as a local with a great local guide

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Unique tours are conducted by a local certified tour guide, licensed professional tourist guides. Since 2003 in Art and culture, informative tour guides, always in a relax and fun way. Flexible and customized day trips, with private vehicles Luxury van or sedan.

Inclusions: In-person guide

Exclusions: Tickets to museum, entrances, fees, , NOT included, beverages, food

Reviewed By Inette001

I am a travel agent from New York. My company specializes in planning itineraries with private tour guides in each city. I have personally toured with Cécile and sent clients to tour with her. She is smart, warm, knowledgable, and flexible. A few months ago I took a cruise that was supposed to dock in Monte Carlo, but due to weather docked in Villefranche instead. Cécile picked us up there and on the fly came up with a plan for the day that balanced traditional touring with some great local shopping (it was a "girls" trip and we had our priorities). That day we saw Nice, Antibes, and St. Paul. Just last week, my cousin and his new wife visited the area on a cruise (their honeymoon). The ship's itinerary changed at the last minute and they ended up going to Monte Carlo a day later than originally scheduled. Cécile was able to switch the tour day for us and ultimately showed them much more than they would have seen with the original schedule. Cécile is the first person I will contact whenever I, or a client is going to visit the French Riviera.

5. Tour N ° 4: French Riviera Côte d´Azur

La Rotonde, 37 Prom. des Anglais, 06000 Nice, France TranspOnyx Transfers
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With this complete tour from 8 to 9 hours, the French Riviera will have no more secrets for you. You will cross the Maritime Alps from east to west. You will explore the different maritime, mountainous, medieval and luxurious settings. You will pass from Cannes and its Glamor to the old hilltop villages of Provence where you will have a panoramic view of the bays of Provence. You will stroll through the Provencal markets and smell the flavors of fruit, vegetables and regional products. By visiting Saint Paul de Vence and Eze village you will meet the beauty of the Genoese and Provençal architecture and the attention to detail and perfection. Finally Monaco will sublimate you with that Place du Casino, the Princely Palace, the beautiful shops, and luxury cars.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Candy

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Reviewed By naplesdriverguide

We had a trip from Nice to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the driver offered to drive us through the low Corniche. We passed by Villefranche-Sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer. We had the chance to stop and take some lovely pictures of the Bay! I will definitely call the same driver for my next trip to Nice !

6. Private Tour of Nice, Monaco & Eze with a local guide

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Discover the beauty of the French Riviera in one day.  Learn the history and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. From quaint villages to the F1 race track, you will see it all.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

7. Monaco and Eze Small Group Half-Day Trip from Nice

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Spend a half day on the beautiful French Riviera with a small-group half day trip from Nice to Eze and Monaco. Experience panoramic views from the cliff's roads leading from Nice to Monaco. You'll discover a charming hilltop village: Eze such as an eagle nest with a breathtaking view. Then, you'll awake your senses through the guided tour of a perfumery, true essence of Provence. Follow your trip toward the principality of Monaco : that will reveal you the charm of the old town, crowned by the Prince's Palace, the majestic cathedral that hosts Grace Kelly's grave as well as the outstanding oceanographic museum. Continue toward the amazing lap of Formula 1 track will lift the veil on the high precision of the "Grand Prix" pilote's skills. Then discover the legendary square of Monte-Carlo.

Inclusions: Professional guide (from April, tour available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian and Portuguese), Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels with postcodes 06000, 06100, 06200 or 06300 only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan (8 seater)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Port pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By 836gerganar

we visited only one Rass winery, and in the review it was announced that we would visit 3 wineries. I do not like this. It made a bad impression on me that when we arrived at the Rass winery we were greeted with the finding that they had already closed for tourists today, but as a compromise they would take the trouble to open for us. The winery was not typical of Provence. There are also better wineries in the area, I expected more ...

8. French Riviera Cannes to Monte-Carlo Discovery Small Group Day Trip from Nice

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From Monte Carlo to Cannes discover the fabulous towns of the French Riviera on this small-group day trip from Nice. By the seacoast road, join Eze, a medieval village appreciate the view overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. You will discover the secrets of perfumes and its industry from through the visit of a factory. Drive toward the Principality of Monaco to discover the old town, the Prince's Palace and the sumptuous Cathedral. From the starting line of the Grand Prix Formula 1 track, reach Monte Carlo, universe of luxe and elegance around the emblematic Casino. Then, join the West-side of the Riviera. In Cannes, put your hands into celebrities' handprints, encircling the "Film Festival Palace" and its red carpet. Relax and enjoy the panorama along the coastline passing by renowned Cap d'Antibes, residence's place of the wealthiest. Finish by Antibes, walled-city and stroll around the picturesque old town and admire the super yachts magnitudes at the billionaires' quay.

Inclusions: Professional guide (from April, tour available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian and Portuguese), Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels with postcodes 06000, 06100, 06200 or 06300 only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan (8 seats)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Port pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By 836gerganar

we visited only one Rass winery, and in the review it was announced that we would visit 3 wineries. I do not like this. It made a bad impression on me that when we arrived at the Rass winery we were greeted with the finding that they had already closed for tourists today, but as a compromise they would take the trouble to open for us. The winery was not typical of Provence. There are also better wineries in the area, I expected more ...

9. Monaco Small-Group Night Tour from Cannes

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Enjoy the glamorous atmosphere of Monaco on this small-group night tour from Cannes. At the sunset drive along the seacoast road toward the «rock» of Monaco. Where the emblematic old town will reveal itself: The Prince’s Palace proudly take over, the cathedral majestically rise up and the impressive oceanographic museum watch over. Then tour the «Formula 1 Grand Prix» to change for the chic atmosphere. That of fancy evenings around the «Golden Area», baths by thousands lights and the fever of casinos where you might gamble to try your luck. Treat yourself a dinner on terrace in Monte Carlo to enjoy the glamour, the romanticism and the luxe on the Casino's square.

Inclusions: Professional guide (from April, tour available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian and Portuguese), Hotel pickup and drop off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan (8 seater)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By 836gerganar

we visited only one Rass winery, and in the review it was announced that we would visit 3 wineries. I do not like this. It made a bad impression on me that when we arrived at the Rass winery we were greeted with the finding that they had already closed for tourists today, but as a compromise they would take the trouble to open for us. The winery was not typical of Provence. There are also better wineries in the area, I expected more ...

10. Monaco Small-Group Night Tour from Nice

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Enjoy the glamorous atmosphere of Monaco on this small-group night tour from Nice. At the sunset drive along the seacoast road toward the "rock" of Monaco. You will find the emblematic old town that will reveal itself : The Prince's Palace proudly take over, the cathedral majestically rise up and the impressive oceanographic museum watch over. Then tour the "Formula 1 Grand Prix" to change for the chic atmosphere. That of fancy evenings around the "Golden Area", baths by thousands lights and the fever of casinos where you might gamble to try your luck.

Inclusions: Professional driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels with postcodes 06000, 06100, 06200 or 06300 only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan (8 seater), Available in English French Spanish German Italian Russian and Portuguese from April to October.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Port pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By 836gerganar

we visited only one Rass winery, and in the review it was announced that we would visit 3 wineries. I do not like this. It made a bad impression on me that when we arrived at the Rass winery we were greeted with the finding that they had already closed for tourists today, but as a compromise they would take the trouble to open for us. The winery was not typical of Provence. There are also better wineries in the area, I expected more ...

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