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Monaco Travel Guide

Trek Zone
61°F
Saturday
61°F
Sunday

Tourist season

Are April and May good months to visit Monaco?

4

April

Semi-high
season

5

May

High
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting Monaco for tourism.

Visa not required

A visa is not required.

Daily budget (1 person)

How much will you spend on accommodation, local transport, sightseeing, meals?

Backpacker's budget
from 175 USD

Tourist's budget
from 244 USD

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Did you know?

The population of Monaco is around 39.2 thous., which puts the country in 126. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).

How far is it?

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The distance between Monte Carlo (MC) and Washington D.C. (US) is 4198 miles

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Monte Carlo
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4198
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Time Timezone

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Safety

General travel safety level in Monaco on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

1

Level 1 • Exercise normal safety precautions.

Update: 25 Mar 2024

Upcoming holidays

1 May 2024• Labour Day

9 May 2024• Ascension Day

Currency

Euro (EUR) - rate compared to selected currencies

1 EUR
Rate
Inversion
GBP
0.85593
1.16832
USD
1.06589
0.93818
Update: 19 Apr 2024

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Monaco

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Practical Information for Travelers

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  • Currency
  • Vaccinations
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  • Electricity

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Backpacker's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel in a standard close to 1 star (hostels, public transport). When traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher (hotel room) or the same (dormitory accommodation).

from 175 USD

Tourist's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel (they share the cost of a hotel room, taxis, etc.) to a standard close to 3 stars. Costs for a solo traveler will be higher.

from 244 USD

You can find out more about travel costs and prices in Monaco via the Prices link

Currency

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Euro (EUR)

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Vaccinations

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All travelers

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Monaco.

Routine vaccines

Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Some travelers

Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid sharing body fluids
  • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

Rabies

Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Keep away from animals
This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

With or without a visa?

Visa requirements for citizens of

United States
  • United States
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visiting flagMonaco for tourism

Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
Visa not required

A visa is not required.

  • Allowed stay: 90 days
  • 90 days within any 180-day period

Electricity

230V (50 Hz)

In Monaco the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E, F sockets are used.

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socket CType C
socket EType E
socket FType F

Facts and Figures

Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

Population

126 / 231
Ranking
39 242
French 47%, Monegasque 16%, Italian 16%

Area

127 / 232
Ranking
1 mi²

Life expectancy

122 / 221
Ranking
89.4
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 85.6women 93.4

Median age

122 / 222
Ranking
55.4
Average age of population expressed in years.men 53.7women 57

Population growth

121 / 224
Ranking
0.53%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

115 / 210
Ranking
99%
Ability to read, write and count.men 99%women 99%
Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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