The Monaco Grand Prix, often called the jewel in the crown of Formula One, is the most glamorous race in the sport. In the last three years, Charles Leclerc finally won his home race, Max Verstappen beat Fernando Alonso in a wet-weather clash, and Sergio Perez took the most famous of his six race wins.
While the race in the Principality isn't the most exciting, its narrow streets and some recent infamous strategy calls have introduced plot twists to make the race weekend entertaining. Furthermore, the 'Monte Carlo' allure keeps the race a favorite among celebrities and business moguls who seek the best seats around the street track.
For 2025, the race has been rebranded to 'Tag Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco' as part of the LVMH/ F1 deal. That adds more chic to a weekend that already exudes opulence. You can enjoy the race with options across official and unofficial providers. Choices include the trackside Monaco harbor at Port Hercule, hospitality packages, and the grandstands.
Watch the Monaco GP from a Yacht
For the best experience, F1 Paddock Club™ Trackside Yacht tickets may be your best bet. These tickets allow you to watch the best drivers in the world speed past from the harbor, from one of the most luxurious locations on F1's calendar. With this experience, you also have access to the F1 Paddock Club.
This package has all-inclusive food and drinks, entertainment, and a talk from a legendary F1 driver. You will see the cars roaring out of the tunnel before one of the heaviest braking zones on the circuit at the Nouvelle Chicane. And what's more, the party won't stop as each day reaches the checkered flag. This experience will continue throughout the race weekend.
With refreshments on demand and a stunning view of the action, the yacht party experience will net you one of the most coveted spots in the Principality - aside from the podium! 2025 has already sold out, but prices for this year started at €16,000 if you're thinking about tickets for 2026. Be sure to check Race Experiences for last-minute availability.
If price isn't a concern and heading to Monaco this season is a must-do, tickets are available for a similar yacht experience with Senate Grand Prix. Starting at €30,000 for four nights for a VIP Double berth, guests will enjoy the luxuries of chef-prepared food, champagne, a cocktail party, and onboard views of the circuit, if you can peel yourself from the opulence.
For a longer experience, Explora Journeys offers a three-week Mediterranean cruise that circles from Barcelona, with stops including Mallorca, Corsica, Sardinia, and Sorrento. Most excitingly, the ship docks in Monaco during the Grand Prix weekend, offering easy access to grandstands or hospitality. Prices start at €23,200 for the full three weeks.
On Dry Land
If sea-faring ways aren't your thing, but you're thinking about watching the world's fastest cars roaring around the sport's shortest track, the first task is to arrive in Monaco. Nice Airport is 18 km west of Monte Carlo, with plenty of transport options – but if you're going to Monaco, more style is always an option. Blade offers helicopter charters directly from Nice Airport, which takes just seven minutes. Seats start from €195, with private hire costing €750.
One of the best-known hospitality venues in the sport is the F1 Paddock Club. This established venue offers premium food and drink options, with exclusive appearances from F1 stars and legends during the weekend. During the grand prix, you'll watch the race from a balcony above the famous La Rascasse corner, where the cars navigate one of the track's few overtaking spots. This turn is where the 20 drivers slam on the brakes and round the final two corners of Rascasse and Anthony Noghès as they near the end of the 2.08-mile (3.37 km) track.
For closer proximity to the action, Paddock Club attendees can join the Aramco Pitlane Walk at specific times during the race weekend. With a peek into the garages, you can see teams tweaking the car before the next session as they extract all the performance possible.
Guided Track Tours are also available, where you can learn about the history of this storied circuit in the company of an experienced driver who will talk you through the challenges of driving on the famous Circuit de Monaco. Note that all attendees must be above 110cm (3.5ft) tall to embark on the Guided Track Tour.
Official tickets for the F1 Paddock Club have sold out through F1 Experiences for 2025. However, Paddock Club tickets remain available for Saturday's action through Senate Grand Prix. Qualifying is often more pivotal than Monaco's race meaning that this option could be perfect for those considering a trip to the Principality in May. Prices start from €5,500.
Official F1 Hospitality
Some hospitality packages remain on the F1 website, all with viewing points on the start-finish straight. The top-of-the-line option is the Platinum VIP Terrace package, offering continental breakfasts and three-course meals alongside an open bar. You can purchase tickets for all three days of action or just one. Prices range from €1,025 for Friday's viewing up to €6,390 to watch the entire weekend. Access is provided from 10:00-18:00 each day.
The VIP Panoramic Fans Terrace boasts a buffet lunch and an open bar. Prices start at €1,025 on Friday, with an all-weekend cost of €5,110. Other offerings include Gold and Silver VIP Terraces. The most budget-friendly hospitality option is the Bronze VIP Terrace, with views of the harbor and a finger-food buffet. Friday is the lowest cost option at €530, but you can enjoy the whole weekend for €2,955. For security reasons, the minimum age for children in VIP terraces is eight.
F1 Experiences Packages
Official F1 Eperiences packages include options for viewing the race from Cafe de Paris, the Salle Empire Terrace at Hotel de Paris, ACM Yacht Hospitality, and Gordon Ramsay at F1® La Terrasse. The F1 site offers a map showing the location of each experience package so you can easily select your favorite viewing spot. Prices range from $1,799 to $55,678 for the Paddock Club™ 3-Days | Explora Journeys option.
A Room With a View
As you might expect for a densely populated city, many other options are possible outside official F1 packages. You could watch the action from a hotel balcony at the world-famous Hôtel de Paris allowing you to watch the cars through the chicane at the iconic Casino Square. A suite in Hotel Hermitage Monte Carlo gives you a view from the first corner and up the steep hill at Beau Rivage before the cars plunge into Massenet.
Hotel prices vary, with many rooms selling out well before the race weekend.
Standard Seating
Finally, you could purchase grandstand tickets for a more old-school view of the action. At the time of writing, there is availability near the Swimming Pool section of the circuit, and spots are available in the General Admission areas at Le Rocher, the hill overlooking the final sector, or in Z1, on Avenue JF Kennedy. Be careful to arrive early, as these unallocated areas fill up fast.
For grandstands, limited tickets remain on the official F1 ticketing site. Prices start at just €40 for tickets on Thursday, when you can see F2, F3, and Porsche Supercup cars in action. For a grandstand seat on Sunday, you'll pay €1,065 for the privilege of seeing F1 cars racing.
