Day Three- Old Town

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Breakfast- Au Royalty- Before you head off to the Prince’s Palace, treat yourself like royalty at Au Royalty. Enjoy Italian and Montegasque snacks at this local favorite.
 
After Breakfast- Head to the Old Town and take in the amazing sights and vaulted passageways. Check out the bronze cannons protecting the harbor, a gift from Louis XIV, and the medieval style of the houses. Then, make your way to the Prince’s Palace, which was built in 1215. There are a variety of features to check out here including: the Italian-style gallery, the Louis XV Salon, the Salon Bleu, the Mazarin Salon, the Throne room with its large Renaissance fireplace, the Palatine Chapel, the Sainte-Marie Tower, and the Main Courtyard, which is paved with 3 million white and colored pebbles in a geometric pattern. Before you stop for lunch, be sure and witness the changing of the guards, which happens every day at 11:55pm.
 
Lunch- Le Pinnochio- This little restaurant located near the Cathredral is a dream for pasta lovers. Sample their amazing menu of pasta dishes and salads.
 
After Lunch- Take a walk down the colorful and historical Rampe Major, then relax at the Café de Paris at Place du Casino.
 
Dinner- La Maison de Caviar-   Indulge yourself with this fine-dining experience featuring delicious caviar, just as it’s name implies. The menu has a Mediterranean flavor and offers an interesting array of dishes you’re sure to enjoy.
 
After Dinner- Salle Garnier- After dinner, head back to the Casino and take in a ballet or opera performance at the Salle Garnier. You’ll definitely experience world-class entertainment as you watch some of Europe’s top performers take the stage. You will need to puchase tickets in advance.
 
Contact Information
Au Royalty
          Address: 21 rue Princesse-Caroline
          Phone Number: (+377) 93 50 42 02
Le Pinnocchio-
          Phone Number: (+377) 93 30 96 20
Prince’s Palace-
          Admission: Adults: EUR 6.00, Children 8-14: EUR 3.00
Address: Place du Palais
          Phone Number: (+377) 93 25 18 31
          Web site: www.palais.mc
Café de Paris
          Address: Place du Casino
          Phone Number: (+377) 92 16 20 20
          Web site: www.montecarloresort.com
La Maison de Caviar
          Address: 1 avenue Saint-Charles
          Phone Number: (+377) 93 30 80 06
 
 
References
www.visitmonaco.com



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