Your Guide to the monaco Yacht Show
The Monaco Edit 2026
September 23–26, 2026
Each September, Monaco becomes the center of the superyacht world. The Monaco Yacht Show fills Port Hercule with more than 120 superyachts across four days of world premieres, private tours, sea trials and evenings in Monte-Carlo.
Whether you are visiting to explore your next yacht, meet with the industry’s leading shipyards or simply take in the atmosphere along the quays, there is much more to Monaco than the show itself.
Here is our guide to experiencing the Monaco Yacht Show in 2026.
Start at Port Hercule
Set beneath the terraces of Monte-Carlo, Port Hercule is the heart of the Monaco Yacht Show and one of the most concentrated displays of superyachts anywhere in the world.
This is where visitors discover new launches, tour recently delivered yachts and meet many of the world’s leading builders, designers and marine specialists in a single destination.
The show is extensive, so review the yacht list before arriving and arrange private appointments in advance. Leave room in your schedule for unexpected discoveries… some of the most interesting yachts are often found while walking the quays.
The Adventure Area
Along Quai Antoine 1er and Quai Jarlan, the Adventure Area brings together luxury tenders, water toys, submersibles and the show’s Car Deck of classic and custom vehicles.
It is a natural stop between yacht appointments and a good place to see the equipment, toys and support craft that complete a modern yachting program.
Private Yacht Tour
The Monaco Yacht Show offers the rare opportunity to compare a broad selection of yachts in one destination.
Step aboard, examine layouts, speak with shipyard representatives and explore the differences between models in person.
For serious buyers, private appointments provide the best experience. Your yacht broker can coordinate access, organize a focused tour schedule and arrange sea trials when available.
Explore Monte-Carlo
Between appointments, take time to walk beyond the port.
Casino Square, the Belle Époque hotels and the streets above the harbor are only minutes from the docks, and the climb toward the Casino rewards you with some of the best views over the fleet below.
Early mornings are particularly enjoyable, before the quays and surrounding streets become busy. Stop for coffee, walk the waterfront and take in the changing skyline of yachts arriving for the show.
Where to Eat During The Monaco Yacht Show
Reservations during show week can be extremely difficult to secure. Confirm lunches, dinners and transportation well in advance, particularly for larger groups.
La Môme
The Monaco address of La Môme brings its Mediterranean menu and social, music-led atmosphere to the center of Monte-Carlo, a short walk from Casino Square. Best for: A lively dinner in town during show week.
Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo
Set beside Casino Square, Buddha-Bar pairs a pan-Asian menu with theatrical interiors and a music program that carries the evening well beyond dinner. Best for: A festive dinner and a livelier group evening.
Zēphyr Monaco
Located on the rooftop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo, Zēphyr offers a contemporary Mediterranean menu with open views over the principality and the sea. Best for: A rooftop dinner or drinks with a view above the show.
La Note Bleue
A beachfront restaurant on Larvotto, La Note Bleue offers a relaxed Mediterranean menu, live jazz and a casual setting directly by the water. Best for: A casual lunch or an easy evening by the beach.
Amazónico Monte-Carlo
Amazónico pairs a Latin American menu with a rainforest-inspired interior and a music-led program that builds through the evening. Best for: A festive dinner and a group evening with energy.
Le Bar Américain
Inside the Hôtel de Paris on Casino Square, Le Bar Américain is a classic setting for cocktails and live music in the heart of Monte-Carlo. Best for: Drinks before or after dinner in a central location.
Gaia Monte-Carlo
Gaia serves a refined Greek and Mediterranean menu in a stylish setting near Casino Square, moving from dinner into a livelier late-evening atmosphere. Best for: A polished dinner that continues into the evening.
Maybourne Riviera
Set high above Roquebrune-Cap-Martin a short drive from Monaco, the Maybourne Riviera offers dramatic clifftop dining and some of the most panoramic views on the coast. Allow additional travel time from central Monaco and arrive early enough to enjoy the setting before dinner. Best for: A destination dinner and a quieter evening away from the center.
COYA Monte-Carlo
COYA serves contemporary Peruvian cuisine in a lively setting, moving from dinner into a later evening as the night continues. Best for: A social dinner that carries into the evening.
Twiga Monte-Carlo
Located near the port, Twiga combines dinner and nightclub in one destination, with a music-led atmosphere that runs well into the evening. Best for: A late-night venue after dinner or the end of a show day.
Luxury hotels
Where to stay during The monaco Yacht Show
Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo
Positioned directly on Casino Square, Hôtel de Paris offers one of the most central and recognizable addresses during show week, within walking distance of Port Hercule, the Casino and the surrounding restaurants.
Choose Hôtel de Paris for: A central location, convenient access to the show and the energy of Monte-Carlo during show week.
Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo
A Belle Époque property a short walk from Casino Square, the Hermitage offers a slightly quieter setting while remaining close to the port and show activity.
Choose Hôtel Hermitage for: A central address with a calmer atmosphere.
OTHER THINGS TO DO DURING THE Monaco Yacht Show
Beyond the Show
Explore Monaco-Ville
Rising above the port, Monaco-Ville "The Rock" is the historic heart of the principality. Walk its narrow streets, visit the Prince's Palace and Saint Nicholas Cathedral, and take in elevated views across the harbor. It offers a completely different perspective on Monaco, only minutes from the show.
Take a Day Trip to Èze
The medieval village of Èze sits high above the coast a short drive from Monaco, with stone streets, gardens and panoramic views over the Mediterranean. It provides a quiet change of pace between show days.
Walk the Grand Prix Circuit
Much of the Formula 1 street circuit runs through the center of Monaco, from the Fairmont hairpin to the tunnel and along the port. Walking a section of the circuit is an easy way to see the principality on foot between appointments.
ITINERARY
A perfect show day
Morning: Begin early with breakfast in Monte-Carlo before attending scheduled yacht tours at Port Hercule.
Lunch: Reserve a waterfront table near the port or quieter seating at Gaia Monte-Carlo
Afternoon: Continue to Port Canto for brokerage yachts, sailing yachts and water toys.
Early evening: Return to your hotel to recharge and change for dinner.
Dinner: Choose Zuma or La Petite Maison for a polished evening, Medusa or Il Grande for something livelier, or The Grill at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc for a destination dinner.
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