Monaco map and orientation: finding your way
How to navigate Monaco: district layout, key landmarks, public lifts and escalators, and practical maps for getting around.
Key facts
- Size
- 2.02 km² (~800m x 3km)
- Elevation
- Up to 160m (sea to Rock)
- Districts
- 9 main areas
- Key landmarks
- The Rock, Port, Casino
Navigating Monaco
Monaco stretches about 3 km long and 800 m wide, with significant elevation changes between sea level and the top of the Rock (~160m). Understanding the 3D geography is key to getting around.
Three key reference points
To orient yourself quickly, locate these three landmarks:
- The Rock (Monaco-Ville): the historic high point to the west
- Port Hercule: in the centre, between the Rock and Monte-Carlo
- Casino Square: Monte-Carlo, to the east and uphill
These three points form Monaco's basic navigation triangle.
District layout
From northwest to southeast:
- Moneghetti / Les Moulins: elevated, northern area
- Monaco-Ville: the Rock, western promontory
- La Condamine: around the port, central
- Monte-Carlo: casino and Carré d'Or, centre-east
- Larvotto: beach, eastern
- La Rousse / Saint-Roman: far east, French border
- Fontvieille: land extension, southwest
- Le Portier (Mareterra): newest sea extension, south
Public lifts and escalators
The network of free public lifts and escalators is essential for comfortable navigation. Key vertical connections include:
- Port to the Rock
- La Condamine to Monte-Carlo
- Sea level to upper districts (Moneghetti)
- Train station to various neighbourhoods
These run free of charge from early morning to late evening.
Spend a few minutes locating the public lifts nearest your hotel or accommodation. They save enormous effort in a territory as hilly as Monaco.
Frequently asked questions
The information provided is for general guidance only. For official procedures, always consult the official sources.
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