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Fontvieille

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Fontvieille

What to Expect

Fontvieille is a district on Monaco's southwestern Mediterranean coast. Built largely on reclaimed land, it features residential streets, shopping areas, and a marina. Travellers visit to walk along the harbor or see Stade Louis II, home to AS Monaco. It also serves as a transport hub with a heliport connecting to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE).

Getting There

From central Monaco, reaching the district on foot takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Local buses connect to the area in about 10 minutes.

Time to Allow

Allow 1 to 2 hours to walk around the port and streets. If attending an event at Stade Louis II, set aside 3 to 4 hours.

When to Go

Daytime is best for walking and shopping. Match days at the stadium cause noticeable congestion and larger crowds. Summer brings warmer weather and more tourists, while spring and autumn offer cooler walking conditions.

Nearby Attractions

The district can easily be paired with several nearby sites:

  • Museum of Stamps and Coins (0.4 km)
  • Napoleon Museum (0.4 km)
  • Prince's Palace (0.4 km)
  • Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate (0.5 km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Museum of Stamps and Coins

Museums & galleries

Museum of Stamps and Coins

Located in Monaco's Fontvieille district, this museum traces the principality's postal history through coins and stamps dating back to the 1640s. It's small, so it's easy to visit in a short time.

0.4 km away
Napoleon Museum

Museums & galleries

Napoleon Museum

A museum once housed within the Prince's Palace of Monaco, displaying artifacts related to Napoleon I. It opened in 1968, but in 2014 its collection was auctioned off to help fund the palace's renovation.

0.4 km away
Prince's Palace

Castles & palaces

Prince's Palace

The Prince's Palace of Monaco is the actual residence of the reigning prince and a symbol of the country. Even viewed from the outside, it's considered one of the must-see sights of a Monaco visit.

0.4 km away
Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate

A cathedral with deep ties to the Monegasque royal family, where former actress and princess Grace Kelly is laid to rest. It's well worth a visit for anyone traveling to Monaco.

0.5 km away
Jardin Exotique

Shopping & districts

Jardin Exotique

This is Monaco's westernmost district, part of the La Condamine ward. It's a quiet place, well suited to a leisurely stroll.

0.5 km away
Jardin Exotique de Monaco

Zoos & aquariums

Jardin Exotique de Monaco

This botanical garden sits atop a cliff in Monaco, showcasing exotic plants such as succulents. It also houses a museum of prehistoric anthropology displaying artifacts unearthed from the garden's cave.

0.6 km away