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When visiting the beautiful port City of Cannes, home of the famous namesake film festival, you must check out the neighboring country of Monaco. There is no immigration check to enter/exit Monaco and it can be easily reached by train, car and boat from Cannes. For a rush tour, a half-day will give you enough time to view the highlights of this tiny nation.

Below are some of the major highlights you can expect to see when visiting Cannes and Monaco. Although both locations were part of shore excursions on our cruise itinerary, making a direct trip to arrive in Cannes and spend an entire vacation in southern France and Monaco is advisable in order to experience the depth of the culture and architecture.

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The Corniche at Cannes

The auditorium that hosts the annual Cannes Film Festival; Movie legends have walked these steps

The auditorium that hosts the annual Cannes Film Festival

Beautiful architecture in Cannes

Gorgeous Architecture in Cannes

Monaco’s iconic symbol of the Grand Prix

Looking up the vista of Monaco-Ville

Streets of Monaco

The Monte Carlo Casino is a gambling and entertainment complex located in Monte Carlo, Monaco. It includes a casino, the Grand Théâtre de Monte Carlo, and the office of Les Ballets de Monte Carlo

What else did you expect to see at the The Monte Carlo Casino?

The Monte Carlo Casino is a gambling and entertainment complex located in Monte Carlo, Monaco. It includes a casino, the Grand Théâtre de Monte Carlo, and the office of Les Ballets de Monte Carlo

The Monte Carlo Casino is a gambling and entertainment complex located in Monte Carlo, Monaco. It includes a casino, the Grand Théâtre de Monte Carlo, and the office of Les Ballets de Monte Carlo

Streets of Monaco

Streets of Monaco

Corniche of Montecarlo

French Riviera

Monaco Oceanographic Museum

French Riviera

French Riviera

Monaco Train Tours

Art on the street walks of Monaco-Ville

Beautiful Architecture in Monaco

To Montecarlo

Vista of Monaco cityscape (taken from Monaco-Ville)

Vista of Montecarlo cityscape (taken from Monaco-Ville)

The Monte Carlo Casino is a gambling and entertainment complex located in Monte Carlo, Monaco. It includes a casino, the Grand Théâtre de Monte Carlo, and the office of Les Ballets de Monte Carlo

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Money Saving Tips

• Obviously, do not travel just before and during the Cannes Film festival. Prices quadruple due to influx of journalists, celebrities and tourists in this otherwise quaint little city.
• Skip the usual tourist traps and do prior research on travel blogs and travel guides on budget accommodations and dining options. Yes even ultra-luxurious Monaco has several budget options available for vacationers.

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