Nice to Monaco Ferry: Scenic Cruise Along the French Riviera

Embark on a scenic cruise from Nice to Monaco along the French Riviera. Enjoy a leisurely ferry ride, explore the glamorous city of Monaco, and visit top attractions like the Prince’s Palace and the Casino of Monte Carlo. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 1 day
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Departure from Nice at 9:30am

Arrival in Monaco at 10:15am

Departure from Monac at 5pm

Arrival in Nice at 6pm

Head to Nice Harbor in the morning to board your ferry. Relax as you cruise from Nice along the stunning French Riviera, arriving in the principality of Monaco — the second-smallest country in the world, behind the Vatican — about 45 minutes later.

The Port of Monaco offers a grand and unforgettable panorama: luxury yachts bobbing in the harbor, palaces clinging to a rocky outcrop overlooking the Mediterranean, and a mix of ancient and ultra-modern architecture in the lively city center.

The whole day is yours to spend as you please. There is no guide, so you can enjoy the flexibility to create your own itinerary and explore at your own pace. Soak up Monaco’s glamor and extravagance as you stroll around the harbor and wander down streets lined with buzzing cafes and chic boutiques. Then make your way to Monaco’s famous attractions.

Get a glimpse into royal life at the Prince’s Palace (Palais du Prince) or watch the dramatic poker-faced gamble in the grand marble-and-gold Casino of Monte Carlo. Nature lovers can visit the cliff-top Oceanographic Museum (Musée Océanographique de Monaco) for a glimpse at the sea creatures of the Mediterranean. Visit the rooftop terrace for sweeping views of Monaco and the sea beyond.

Head to the Exotic Garden (Jardin Exotique) to see the world’s largest succulent and cactus collection and tour the prehistoric underground caves (Grottes de l’Observatoire). Back above ground, rub shoulders with locals at Monaco’s only microbrewery, the Brasserie de Monaco, where you can enjoy craft ales and lagers with tasty antipasti plates (happy hour usually starts at 5pm).

At the end of your day in Monaco, board the ferry and cruise 45 minutes along the coast back to Nice.

Points of Interest

  • Trans Cote D’azur
What's Included
  • Round-trip ferry service
What's Not Included
  • Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Take the serene and attractive route to Monaco, cruising along the French Riviera! Departing from Nice, sit back and enjoy a calming 45-minute ferry trip along the Mediterranean coastline to the majestic, opulent principality of Monaco. Here, you’re free to spend the day as you please. Explore the harbor brimming with yachts and immerse in the affluent city core. You can visit notable Monaco sites such as the Prince’s Palace, the Casino of Monte Carlo and the Oceanographic Museum — the day’s plan is entirely up to you. When the day ends, board the ferry and sail back to Nice.

  • Please arrive at Quai Lunel in Nice to exchange your voucher for a tickets 30 minutes before departure.
Location
Trans Côte d’Azur
Quai Lunel
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Lisa_l
Sep 1, 2024
Beautiful boat ride to monoco - Loved the boat ride to Monaco. Scenery from the water is so beautiful! We enjoyed all the top sights of Monaco as well. It is a very nice area.
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Nyall_r
Aug 26, 2024
Perfect day - Great way to travel to Monaco. The staff onboard were really friendly. Monaco was beautiful as well, lots to see.
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Sofia_h
Aug 25, 2024
Nice to Monaco August 2024 - Good experience! Nice, pleasant and polite staff. Everything was done in a timely manner. Highly recommend.
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Martin_m
Aug 23, 2024
Worthwhile trip. - Trip worthwhile and would recommend, staff very good at what they do. Toilet's on board for everyone and drinks supplied at a cost obviously.
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Ard864
Aug 13, 2024
Great way to get to Monaco from nice - Great new boat. Plenty of space onboard. Get there 30mins before scheduled time if you want to be at front of queue with max seat choices 35min to Monaco and 1hr return stopping for some commentary of sights on the route Note that Monaco drop off isn’t in main harbour, but but in port de fontvielle, not a problem
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Priya_s
Jul 28, 2024
Great memory for our trip - This ride was so beautiful and a great memory. Very informative ride back with the commentary. I would recommend sitting on the side closest to the coast view to see all of the sights better. Definitely arrive early for a good spot, as people begin to line up as early as an hour before departure.
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Lanqian_g
Jul 24, 2024
Super nice - It was so nice and staff are extremely friendly, welcoming and introducing Monaco plus nice cruise facility
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Istvan_v
Jul 12, 2024
Fantastic trip on the ssa - It was amazing, I can recommend to anyone. Comfortable and easy way to get to Monaco. This one day visit worth every penny.
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Linda_b
Sep 19, 2024
Would do it again - Boat ride a little rough. I had trouble hearing everything that was said even in English. But all in all it was a fun trip.
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A_p
Aug 14, 2024
Ferry tour - The Princes Palace and viewing the coastline between Nice and Monaco. The Princes car museum was great.
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