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FOOD
In Nice, we found the area near the train station had a lot of food other than French (i.e. Indian, Asian, or even American fast food). I regret not doing more research because we were interested in local cuisine of course. However we were lucky enough to stumble upon a quaint restaurant, Chez Moi, which we did enjoy. If you do end up here, be aware, they are cash only.
We used the grocery stores to pack lunches; look for Monoprix, Carrefour or Casino Supermarche. Bring your own bags and in some we had to pre-weigh our own produce before bringing it to the checkout. They also won’t pack your groceries for you.
In Monaco, we tended to eat at off times, so in general we didn’t find it difficult to find a spot to grab a bite. We did tend to stay away from the main streets which had all the vendors in temporary tents. Everything in Monaco was expensive; a burger was 18 Euros, some restaurants were charging 10 Euros for a pint, we did find a street vendor selling pints for 5 Euros. Also be aware that service changes are typically already included in the bill they present. here

[Pieter Wuille]

When I decided we were going to go see the Monaco Grand Prix, I found it difficult to find any information online with tips/tricks about how to get there, where to stay or even where to eat. So here is my long winded review in the hopes that it will aid other travellers to see the iconic Monaco Grand Prix.
STAY
We stayed in Nice, found a reasonably sized AirBNB apartment very close to the main Nice train station, Gare de Nice Ville. The SNCF trains travel regularly between Nice and Monaco. While they call them ‘direct’, what this really means is that you don’t have to change trains. These trains will stop at every station in between Nice and Monaco.
For the Thursday and Friday of the race weekend, the trains run every 30 minutes and note you are looking for the train that says it’s going to Vintimille (it stops in Monaco). For Saturday and Sunday, they add extra trains that just go to Monaco so this increases the frequency to almost every 15 minutes depending on the time of day. Watch for which platform, they do sometimes change platforms, especially when extras are running.
There are machines at the train station to purchase tickets, good for any train on that day (as opposed to the website which requires you to pick a train time). The website claims it’s cheaper to pre-book, but the website and the onsite tickets are the same price.
I recommend you buy enough for all your days once you get to one of these machines. We bought just Thursday and it took minutes, but when we got there Friday the lineups were extremely long.
Depending on which race day and time of day, you may be standing, but the ride is just over 20 minutes so it’s not too bad, it just might be a little hot. The extra trains on Saturday and Sunday start at the Nice Ville station so they will be empty to start, but there will still be a bunch of people trying to get seats. This train does go through the Nice Riquier station, so obtaining it there could be an option, but because you’re not at the main station, you are likely standing, assuming you can even squeeze yourself onto the train.
And if you’re North American, like me, a reminder: the street signs are embedded into the corners of the buildings. For the first day I was trying to find street signs on the corner light posts to no avail! here

[ZeroPoint]

OTHER NOTES
After passing security, there are people selling things like programs and posters. They also sell them on the streets of Monaco. The people inside were charging more and claimed what was sold on the streets wasn’t ‘authentic’. Well I couldn’t tell the difference in the case of the race poster so we just went with a street vendor. Just saying.
There were a number of restaurants in the Fontvieille Harbour area. If you’re looking to get out of the hustle and bustle, this may be a good location to grab some eats.
Watch for cars. Pedestrians do take over the streets due to their sheer numbers, but the streets are still open. Even some of the streets with the temporary tent vendors on them. Don’t be surprised to be honked at to get out of the way.

[Boytoat]

Question: can someone recommend a good, reasonable way to reserve on one of the Ermanno Palace Terraces? more

[ggs]

TICKETS
I decided to go with F1 Experiences due to their apparent tight ties with F1. This was a mistake for this particular race. The Monaco Grand Prix is actually run by the Monaco Automobile Club and as such, so F1 Experiences people told me, they are limited in what ‘experiences’ they can actually provide. So be aware, if you are purchasing any of their lower-end packages (like the Hero package I chose), for other F1 races they have extras like driving around the track or a picture on the podium, but not in Monaco. Since I purchased my tickets they have cleaned up the details on their website so it is more accurate now, but I still don’t think the extra cost was worth what the package ended up being. But I will admit, one of our experiences was spending Thursday practice hanging out on a yacht, and that was pretty cool.
Included in our full weekend grandstand ticket was a pit lane pass. Because everyone who bought full tickets also got one apparently, and it was for only one-time slot on Friday afternoon, it was a large press of people and took over an hour just to clear security. When we got in, a few lower drivers came out to sign autographs. Of course the Ferrari and Mercedes pits were the most crowded and hardest to see.
Our tickets were for the K grandstands, upper K3, facing the harbour. It was bleacher seating, plastic seats however, so for short durations it was fine to sit. But for the race I was quite thankful I brought some seat cushions. The top row of the grandstand had ‘individual’ seats, but they still don’t have a seat back. I would argue you don’t really need to be ‘upper’, at least not in K3, the view was just as good lower down in the stands as it was where we ended up, row V. You need to bring binoculars to see the one and only ‘big screen’ available to the K grandstand. K1 is closest to the screen (and the exit of the casino tunnel). The higher number K are closer to the pool.
There is security getting to the bleachers. You are allowed to bring in plastic bottles but without the cap. I brought in a plastic refillable water bottle and snacks without issue. here

[namkeeno]

To ensure you get to see all of the action there is a giant screen in the car park of the hotel which will let you see the rest of the action as well as a TV set in the suite with BBC coverage to enjoy the build up and commentary. Additionally there are private washrooms in the suite, your own barman to mix a cocktail or two and a full bar service with unlimited Tattinger champagne, red, white & rose wine, bottled ice-cold beers, selection of spirits and soft drinks.

[romkyns]

This is not simply a view of the Monaco Grand Prix track, the VIP viewing suites at the Fairmont Hotel is an experience quite unlike anything else available at any race track anywhere in the world - and of course - it doesn't hurt that you are watching the action from the most famous corner in Formula One™- The Fairmont Hairpin. here

[psi36]

This corner is where the drivers must concentrate hard with this extremely technical part of the race and every year there seems to be an incident occurring here that can affect the outcome of the race. here

[storm]

A beautifully prepared lunch is served in the suite ensuring you miss none of the on-track build-up to the race. You may want to try your luck at the hotel casino, perhaps a little retail therapy at the hotel mall, go for a dip in the pool or a chill-out on the sun-loungers.

[beking168]

Watch free-to-view race highlights, driver interviews, and the best features and content from Sky Sports F1.

[nicklink483]

All the track action is live on Sky Sports F1 with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen likely to lock horns again for the fifth race in succession in what has proved a hugely entertaining start to the new season. here

[SheriffWoody]

There is nothing in motorsport quite like the Monaco Grand Prix and, after a year away, the most famous street race in the world returns to the Formula 1 calendar this weekend. here

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Last Updated: 22/05/21 7:45pm

[simplesharp]

The Circuit de Monaco's layout remains almost frozen in time with many of the 19 corners around the 3.34-mile lap among the most famous in motorsport, from Ste Devote, to Casino Square, to Mirabeau, and the Rascasse. here

[jimbobway]

Sunday
12.30pm: Grand Prix Sunday
2pm: THE MONACO GRAND PRIX
4pm: Chequered Flag
5pm: Ted's Notebook
9.30pm: Monaco GP highlights

[reverselockup23]

Red Bull are on the hunt for a first win since Round 2 at Imola while Mercedes are hoping to extend their slim championship lead. But will someone else spoil the party?

[JosephT.Holt]

Be aware that FP1 and FP2 take place on Thursday - instead of Friday - as is customary for the Monaco Grand Prix.

[stone]

For details of the broadcaster in your area, click here. [links]