The Beauty of Monaco's Architecture in 10 Buildings
Monaco fits a lot of beautiful architecture into such a small size. From its grand Belle Époque buildings to new modernist designs, here are Culture Trip’s favourite 10 buildings that show Monaco off in all its glory.
1. Saint Nicholas Cathedral
Cathedral
2. Monaco-Monte Carlo Train Station
Train Station
3. Monte-Carlo Pavilions
Building, Casino
5. Hexa Grace
Casino
6. Hermitage Hotel
Hotel
7. Odeon Tower
Apartment
8. Louis II Stadium
Park, Stadium, Swimming Pool
The Louis II Stadium is located in the Fontvieille district of Monaco, home to the Monaco national football team. It is very unique in its design, as the land it’s built on was actually reclaimed from the sea. The archways are quite impressive and a great sight from the walkway at ‘ground level’.
Louis II Stadium, 7 Avenue des Castelans, Monaco France
9. Monte-Carlo Casino
Casino, Opera House
10. Grimaldi Forum
The Grimaldi Forum is a conference and congress centre used to host all manner of events on Monaco’s seafront. The minimalist industrial feel of the main welcoming esplanade is in stark contrast to other buildings in our list. It is through buildings like this that you can see Monaco’s future rather than its past.
Grimaldi Forum, 10 Av. Princesse Grace, Monaco, France
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