Although the international literary canon includes no Monegasque-originating written work, this doesn’t mean there are no valuable Monte Carlo and Monaco books to represent the country’s literature.
Monte Carlo & Monaco Travel Guide
The refined art de vivre Monegasque has a lot to offer.
What you should know when traveling to Monaco
Necessary papers for entering Monaco: for a stay that does not surpass 3 months, you need the document required for entering France — passport, identity document or travel document.
The official currency of Monaco is the Euro (€).
Traveler’s Cheques are rarely accepted. You can exchange them at banks or exchange offices.
There is a dress code in Monaco: swimsuits are for beaches and bathing area only. In the casino or for receptions wear a tie and a jacket.
Shopping: near the Place du Casino; good prices — on the Boulevard des Moulins. Shopping hours: 9AM — 12PM and 2PM — 7PM. VAT refund: is made when the unitary price including tax is at least €175. You shall be given an “export sales invoice” (Bordereau de Vente). Go to shops with duty free stickers.
Transportation in Monaco:
- Walking: there are many elevators that makes it easier to travel from one place to another.
- By bus: there are 6 lines; departures every 11 minutes; timetable: Monday — Friday from 7AM to 9PM. Cards for 4 to 8 journeys are the cheapest.
- Car rental: a diversity of car models offered, from limousines to sports cars, with or without driver.
Neighbors: La Turbie (2km), Cap d’Ail (3km), Roquebrune Cap Martin (5km)
