Updated on December 23, 2024
Each year, the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival brings the Principality to life with exceptional performances blending tradition and innovation. Held in the stunning Opéra Garnier de Monte-Carlo, the festival showcases world-renowned jazz legends alongside emerging talents. A cornerstone of Monaco’s cultural scene, this event attracts music lovers and enthusiasts from around the globe. With its breathtaking setting and perfect acoustics, the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival is an unmissable opportunity to experience the artistic soul of Monaco.

The Ballets de Monte-Carlo are a cornerstone of Monaco’s cultural heritage, showcasing world-class dance performances that blend tradition and innovation. Founded under the patronage of H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover, the company captivates audiences with its exceptional talent and breathtaking productions. From classical masterpieces to contemporary creations, the Ballets de Monte-Carlo perform on prestigious stages, including the iconic Grimaldi Forum. As a symbol of elegance and artistry, this cultural institution offers an unforgettable experience for dance enthusiasts and visitors to the Principality.

The New National Museum of Monaco (NMNM) is a key player in Monaco’s cultural scene, showcasing a blend of contemporary creativity and historical heritage. Spread across two iconic venues, Villa Sauber and Villa Paloma, the museum offers a diverse range of exhibitions highlighting modern art, innovation, and artistic expression. With its commitment to promoting international and local artists, the NMNM invites visitors to explore thought-provoking collections in stunning architectural settings. A visit to the New National Museum of Monaco is an unmissable experience for art lovers seeking inspiration in the heart of the Principality.

Art also flourishes within the hotels of the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer. At the Hôtel de Paris, the Princess Grace suite and the Prince Rainier suite exhibit original works of art by the Sovereign couple. The Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, a connoisseur's hotel, hosts important art exhibitions and sales, as well as concerts, philosophical meetings and events where art and thought meet.
Akin to a revival of ancient Greece, the Principality is breaking down the boundaries between science, thought, and the arts. The Philosophical Encounters of Monaco welcome an ever-growing audience around great contemporary philosophers. At the Oceanographic Museum, the work around natural sciences echo the Principality's pioneering commitment to environmental protection.
Art of living, art to live: for Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, the two must go hand in hand. That is the only way to bring to life the famed Baudelairian dream for its visitors: to sing "the ecstasy of the soul and senses".

Nathalie Stutzmann, la contralto devenue cheffe d’orchestre, a été nommée par S.A.R. la Princesse de Hanovre pour diriger l’ensemble monégasque et programmer les quatre prochaines saisons.

Closed since 2020, the Exotic Garden of Monaco has regained its vitality. On March 25, Prince Albert II, Princess Charlene and the Princess of Hanover rediscovered this site perched above the Principality, ahead of its reopening to the public.

Learn the history of one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments of the ATP tour, the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. It takes place every spring on the clay courts of Monaco.


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