Monte Carlo Yacht Charters
Monte Carlo is one of the most exciting and glamours charter destinations in the French Riviera. With a name alone that evokes images of a bygone era filled with glamour and prestige, Monte Carlo is a playground for the rich, the famous, and the beautiful. This hidden, yet famous, the locale is the meeting point of serenity and opulence, making it the perfect stop on your luxury yacht charter.
With its quaint, cobblestone streets lined with local cafes, enchanting yacht-filled harbors, whimsical horizon views, and the French Riviera’s characteristic sophisticated charm, it should come as no surprise that Monte Carlo attracts many luxury yacht charters in South of France every year.
Visit Monte Carlo to play a hand of high-stakes poker at its famed casino, visit the tomb of Princess Grace in the 19th-century Romanesque-Byzantine Cathedrale de Monaco, tour the neighboring town of Le Rocher, or shop its exclusive boutiques at Espace Mirage – home to high-end designers like Michael Kors, Proenza Schouler, Lutz & Patmos and more.
Monte Carlo Yacht Charter Highlights
- High-stakes gaming at Monte-Carlo Casino
- Michelin-starred restaurants
- Stylish beach clubs
- Luxury shopping at One Monte-Carlo
- World-class gardens and museums
- Opera, ballet and concerts
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When to charter a yacht in Monte Carlo
Monte Carlo is a summertime yacht charter destination. The season begins in May, running through early fall. Throughout the summer season, which peaks in July and August, Monte Carlo comes alive, with a full calendar of A-list cultural events, galas, and festivities.
The Monaco Grand Prix – the annual Formula 1 race runs the streets of Monte Carlo in late May – kicks off charter season, followed by a summer of sophistication, including operas at the Opera de Monte Carlo, ballets, and symphony concerts.
The summer yacht season in Monte Carlo also offers prime beach-going weather. Many flock to Larvotto Beach to soak up the sun; Monte-Carlo Beach Club, one of the most exclusive in the world, is a favorite destination amongst the charter set, as well.
Monte Carlo Yacht Charters – Things to Do & See
Casino de Monte Carlo
Reigning as the most infamous casino in the Western Hemisphere, the 1910-built Casino de Monte Carlo is nothing if not ostentatious; fitting for a gambling house for the world’s most dedicated, and successful, elite. The setting of James Bond fans’ wildest dreams, this iconic locale invites affluent risk-takers to try out its poker tables, slot machines, French roulette, card games – and in the private, high-stakes rooms – even baccarat, blackjack, craps, and American roulette. Adding to its exclusivity are the house rules: every night, there is a strict coat-and-tie policy, and photos are forbidden in the gilded rooms.
Cathedral de Monaco
Built in 1875, on the same space that once held a 13th-century church dedicated to Saint Nicolas, the Cathedral de Monaco is one of Monte Carlo’s most sacred monuments. Constructed using white stones from La Turbia, it exudes elegance everywhere you turn; further evident in its interior, which includes a lavish altarpiece by the Niçois painter Louis Bréa, circa 1500, as well as a high altar and Episcopal throne, both made of Carrara white marble. The Cathedral de Monaco was the site of Prince Rainier III’s wedding to Princess Grace, and today, it houses their tombs.
Fort Antoine
Located on the northeastern tip of Le Rocher, colloquially known as “the Rock,” Fort Antoine is an early XVIII century fortress that boasts complete solitude. Dotted with cannonball pyramids, a watchtower, and pittosporum hedges, this piece of military architecture is used today as an outdoor theater. Fitted with semicircle seating, it typically holds some 350 guests during its summer concert series.
Charter a private yacht in Monte Carlo
Monte Carlo is one of the world’s best private yacht charter destinations. Known for its ritzy amenities,
Michelin-starred restaurants, and opulent casinos, Monte Carlo – which is a Monaco’s most populated quartier, and a top European travel destination – offers charter guests much to do and explore. When chartering a private yacht in Monte Carlo, guests are in the heart of the French Riviera. Antibes, Cannes and Nice are all within cruising distance, making Monte Carlo a top destination for French Riviera charters.
Monte Carlo yacht charters set sail from historic Port Hercule, known for its nearby attractions, including luxury shopping, fine dining, and the high-end Casino de Monte Carlo. Charter guests can explore attractions like One Monte-Carlo, the shopping district with boutiques from Louis Vuitton and Cartier, or the Princess Grace Japanese Gardens, before boarding a private yacht and exploring the glimmering French Riviera.
