Beaches
Discover Monaco from the water’s edge, from Larvotto’s Mediterranean waterfront to smaller seaside spots around the Rock and Port Hercule.
Monaco by the sea
Three different ways to reach the Mediterranean
Monaco does not have a long chain of conventional beaches. Instead, the Principality offers a main developed beach district together with smaller and more urban seaside locations.
Larvotto is the natural choice for a traditional beach day. It provides the broadest seaside experience and sits within a wider waterfront district along Avenue Princesse Grace.
Fisherman’s Beach and Solarium Beach offer something different: smaller coastal settings that can be incorporated into a wider day of sightseeing.
Where to go by the sea
Start with Larvotto for the fullest beach experience, then consider Monaco’s smaller seaside locations according to the kind of day you want.
Sea conditions, access arrangements and seasonal services can change. Check current local information before planning around a particular swimming or sunbathing location.
Larvotto Beach
Monaco’s principal beach destination and the clearest choice for visitors who want to spend a substantial part of the day by the Mediterranean. Larvotto can also be combined with nearby gardens, waterfront walks, hotels and restaurants.
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A smaller coastal location below Monaco-Ville, offering a very different setting from Larvotto and fitting naturally into a visit around the Rock.
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An urban waterfront and sunbathing area near the outer harbour, better suited to a shorter seaside stop than a conventional full beach day.
Open ViewMonaco listing →Decide how the sea fits into your day
A Monaco seaside experience can be the main purpose of the day or simply one element of a wider itinerary.
Monaco’s compact size makes it easy to combine the coastline with nearby gardens, attractions and neighbourhoods.
A Full Beach Day
Choose Larvotto when time by the sea is one of the main activities of your day.
A Short Seaside Break
Use a smaller waterfront location when you want to spend some time by the Mediterranean without dedicating several hours.
Sea + City
Combine the coast with gardens, neighbourhood walks, museums or other attractions during the same day.
More than just the beach
Larvotto works particularly well as part of a wider waterfront day. The beach sits along Monaco’s eastern side and can be combined with nearby gardens, walking routes and places to eat.
Monaco changes elevation quickly, so it is worth planning how you will reach and leave the waterfront rather than relying only on the apparent distance shown on a map.
Connect the coast with the rest of Monaco
Use ViewMonaco’s other guides to combine the Mediterranean with attractions, neighbourhoods and practical mobility.
Continue exploring Monaco
Return to Monaco Guide to combine the Mediterranean coast with landmarks, museums, neighbourhoods and suggested itineraries across the Principality.