Oceanographic Museum of Monaco
Musée océanographique de Monaco
A century-old oceanographic museum standing on a cliff. Its underground aquarium features a shark lagoon and Mediterranean corals, and the top-floor terrace offers wide views.
The Musée océanographique de Monaco was founded by Prince Albert I, an avid oceanographer, and opened in 1910. The grand building sits right on a cliff overlooking the sea, rising 85 metres on the seaward side. The underground aquarium displays creatures from the Mediterranean and tropical seas, and the shark lagoon and coral reef tanks are the most popular. Upstairs, displays include equipment from early research vessels, whale skeletons and temporary exhibitions. The rooftop terrace has a restaurant with views over the coastline. The French oceanographer Jacques-Yves Cousteau served as its director for many years. It is open daily, and admission is about €20. It pairs well with the Prince's Palace and Monaco Cathedral for a half-day tour of Monaco-Ville.
Opening hours
Daily 10:00–18:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Monaco-Ville (Le Rocher)
- Saint-Martin Gardens
- Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate
- Fort Antoine
- Port Hercules
- Prince's Palace of Monaco
- Monaco Top Cars Collection
- Circuit de Monaco