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Public Car Parks in Monaco: Rates, Locations and Practical Information

Find the right public car park for your destination, understand Monaco’s 2026 parking tariffs and use the individual ViewMonaco Listings for addresses, access details and directions.

Practical parking guide

Monaco has an extensive network of mainly underground public car parks, allowing drivers to leave their vehicle close to the Principality’s main districts, attractions, business areas and transport connections.

This page does not reproduce a separate parking map. For exact entrances, addresses, neighbourhoods, vehicle-height information and directions, open the individual Public Car Park Listings on ViewMonaco. For live availability and official operational updates, use Monaco Parkings.

ViewMonaco Listings

Find a public car park on ViewMonaco

Browse the Public Car Park category to compare locations across Monaco, open each individual profile and continue to directions. Use the official Monaco Parkings service when you need live space availability or time-sensitive access information.

Availability, access routes and event arrangements can change during the day.

40+ public car parks across the Principality
Live space availability and short-term forecasts
60 min free under the 2026 general tariff
€24 general maximum for 24 hours

How to choose the right public car park

The closest car park in a straight line is not always the most practical. Monaco’s slopes, tunnels and different street levels make destination, access direction and onward walking route equally important.

Start with your final destination

Choose the district or landmark first, then compare nearby car parks. This usually produces a simpler route than selecting a facility only by price or capacity.

Check the entrance, not only the address

A car park may have several pedestrian exits or a vehicle entrance on a different road level. Open its ViewMonaco Listing before arrival.

Verify vehicle height

Height limits vary. Drivers of large SUVs, vans, vehicles with roof boxes or adapted vehicles should confirm the restriction for the specific facility.

Check live availability

Official roadside panels and the Monaco Parkings service show current capacity. This is particularly useful in central Monaco and during major events.

Public car park rates in Monaco for 2026

Monaco uses a general tariff for most public car parks, while selected small facilities and the Parking des Salines follow specific schedules. The amounts below are a practical summary of the official 2026 tariff.

General tariff

Applicable to most Monaco public car parks.

0 to 60 minutes Free
Up to 2 hours €7.40 cumulative
Up to 3 hours €11.90 cumulative
Up to 4 hours €15.50 cumulative
Up to 6 hours €19.70 cumulative
Up to 12 hours €24.00 cumulative
Maximum for 24 hours €24.00
Night rate, 8:00 pm to 8:00 am €0.20 per 15 minutes
Check the tariff displayed at the entrance. The official schedule is detailed and charges are calculated in 15-minute steps after the initial free period. The entrance display and official Monaco Parkings information remain the operational reference.

Parking des Salines

Salines is an entry car park at the western side of Monaco and follows a separate 2026 tariff designed for longer stays.

0 to 45 minutes Free
1 to 4 hours €7.50
5 to 12 hours €11.00
13 to 18 hours €18.00
19 to 24 hours €24.00

Where to park by district and destination

The examples below help narrow the search. Open the ViewMonaco Public Car Park category for the complete set of individual profiles, exact addresses and directions.

1

Jardin Exotique and the western entrance

Salines Longer stays Western approach

Parking des Salines is particularly useful for drivers arriving from the western side of the Principality. Its special tariff makes it a practical option for longer visits, event days and onward travel by bus or pedestrian connections.

Best for Day visits and entry parking
Consider Onward route to the centre
Useful service Online reservation available
2

Fontvieille

Shopping centre Stade Louis II Heliport area

Fontvieille has several public parking options serving the commercial centre, Stade Louis II, offices, museums, the heliport and the district’s waterfront. Select the facility closest to the part of Fontvieille you intend to visit.

Best for Shopping, sport and business
Examples Centre Commercial and stadium area
Good to know Multiple pedestrian exits
3

La Condamine and Port Hercule

Market Port Hercule Place d’Armes

For the Condamine Market, central shopping streets and Port Hercule, choose a car park on the same side of the district as your destination. Place d’Armes and other small central facilities can use specific tariffs because of their limited capacity.

Best for Market, harbour and central shops
Busy periods Market hours and major events
Check first Live spaces and road access
4

Monaco-Ville

Prince’s Palace Oceanographic Museum Old Town

The Chemin des Pêcheurs area is one of the most practical choices for the Oceanographic Museum and the Rock. Other facilities may be better for administrative buildings or the upper part of Monaco-Ville. Check the pedestrian exit before parking.

Best for The Rock and visitor attractions
Key consideration Pedestrian exit and street level
During events Access controls may apply
5

Monte-Carlo and the Casino district

Casino Place du Casino Shopping

Central facilities such as Casino and Spélugues place drivers close to Place du Casino, hotels, restaurants and luxury shopping. They can become busy during evenings, conferences and special events, so live availability is particularly useful.

Best for Casino district and central hotels
Busy periods Evenings and event dates
Tariff note Casino has a night-rate exception
6

Larvotto, Grimaldi Forum and Mareterra

Beach Grimaldi Forum Eastern Monaco

For the Grimaldi Forum, Larvotto beach and the eastern waterfront, select a facility based on the venue entrance you will use. Conference days and summer weekends can significantly increase demand.

Best for Beach, conferences and waterfront
Check first Event calendar and live capacity
Onward travel Walking, bus and public lifts

Practical information before entering a car park

Payment methods

Card and contactless payment are widely available. Cash acceptance and payment-machine locations can vary, so follow the instructions at the selected facility.

Opening and access

Do not assume that every entrance and pedestrian exit operates in the same way. Check the individual Listing and the signs displayed on site.

Electric vehicles

Charging is available in multiple public car parks. Charging rules, connector types, power and parking charges should be checked for the individual station before arrival.

Accessible parking

Confirm accessible bays, lift access and the full step-free route from the parking level to your destination, rather than checking the bay alone.

Keep the ticket and note the level

Record the parking level, bay or zone before leaving the vehicle. Large multi-level facilities may have several pedestrian exits.

Continue by bus or public lift

Parking slightly farther from the final destination can be efficient when it connects easily with Monaco’s bus network, public lifts and pedestrian passages.

Parking during the Grand Prix and major events

The Monaco Grand Prix, Monaco Yacht Show, large conferences, football matches, concerts and state events can change normal road access, availability, pricing and pedestrian routes.

  • Check official traffic and parking updates before leaving.
  • Reserve an eligible car park when the option is available.
  • Do not rely on your normal route into central Monaco.
  • Allow additional time for police controls, diversions and queues.
  • Consider an entry car park with onward public transport.

Frequently asked questions

Is the first hour free in Monaco’s public car parks?

Under the 2026 general tariff, the first 60 minutes are free. Small car parks under the specific tariff also provide 60 free minutes. Parking des Salines is different: its free initial period is 45 minutes.

Can I reserve a public car park before arriving?

Monaco Parkings provides online booking for selected facilities, currently including Salines and Wurtemberg. Check the official reservation service for dates, availability and conditions.

Where can I check the number of available spaces?

Use the official Monaco Parkings map and the electronic information panels positioned on main access roads. ViewMonaco is used for individual profiles, addresses and directions rather than live capacity.

Which car park is best for a full-day visit?

Parking des Salines is designed as an entry car park and has a separate longer-stay tariff. A central facility may still be more convenient when your destination is specific and walking time is a priority.

Are electric vehicle charging points available?

Yes. Charging points are available in multiple public car parks. Open the ViewMonaco EV Charging Stations category or the Monaco Parkings service to check the individual location and conditions.

Do parking arrangements change during major events?

Yes. Road closures, restricted access, special tariffs, reservations and temporary operating arrangements may apply. Always check the current official notice for the specific event date.

Official sources and data updates

This guide is provided for practical information only. Tariffs, access, available spaces, opening arrangements and event conditions may change. Always follow the information displayed at the car park and the latest official Monaco Parkings notices.

Find the right public car park in Monaco

Open the ViewMonaco Public Car Park Listings to compare locations, view individual profiles and continue to directions.