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Choosing a grandstand at the Monaco Grand Prix
Sunday December 6 2026
What to expect in this guide
• Where do you get the best view at Monaco?
• Is there a bad seat in the house?
• Where are the main grandstands?
• What about General Admission?
• Best booking resources for F1 trips
• Money-saving tip
• Frequently asked questions
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There is no bad grandstand at the Monaco Grand Prix. The circuit is short and the action is concentrated, so wherever you sit, you’ll see plenty of racing.
Having attended the Monaco Grand Prix several times myself, my advice is to think about which part of the lap you most want to watch and choose from there.
All grandstands at Monaco are uncovered, except the higher rows of Grandstand T.
Where the action happens
There are four key viewing areas around the circuit:
• Sainte-Devote (Turn 1). Tight first corner, often sees incidents at the start.
• Casino Square. With the Monte Carlo Casino in the background.
• The harbour. Includes the Tabac corner, the swimming pool section, and Rascasse. The longest stretch of viewing options on the circuit.
• Anthony Nogues. The final corner of the lap
Grandstand A — Sainte-Devote
Grandstand A is at Sainte-Devote, the first corner. It’s a tight section of track that has seen many incidents over the years. From here you’ll watch the run down from the start-finish straight and into the corner.
It’s a small grandstand and sells out quickly, so book early.
Grandstand B — Casino Square
With the Monte Carlo Casino in the background, this is one of the most photographed corners in motor racing. Cars come around the corner at the Hôtel de Paris, pass the Casino, then disappear from view.
A large TV screen sits in front of the stand, which makes it easy to follow the rest of the race.
Grandstands K, N, O, and P — Harbour
Grandstand K faces Monaco Harbour and the row of moored yachts. From here you’ll see the cars from the Tabac corner through the swimming pool section. It’s the largest grandstand at the circuit. Some sections also have views of the chicane exit.
Grandstands N, O, and P are in the centre of the harbour. From here you have a close view of the cars as they wind through the swimming pool section.
Grandstand L — Swimming Pool exit
From Grandstand L you can watch the cars exit the swimming pool section along the harbour front. This part of the track has seen several incidents over the years as drivers push hard near the end of the lap. You’ll also have views into the pit lane, since the stand runs parallel to the pit building. This is unique to Monaco.
Grandstand T
Grandstand T sits between the swimming pool exit and Rascasse Corner, opposite the pit lane. The higher rows are also covered. This is Monaco’s version of a Main Grandstand.
Grandstand V — Anthony Nogues
Grandstand V is at the final corner of the lap. You won’t see high-speed action here, but you will see the cars bunching up and running close to the inside wall. It’s the second slowest part of the track. The views are excellent.
General Admission
Monaco’s General Admission area is called Le Rocher (literally, the Rock). It’s a rocky, grassy hillside that overlooks the circuit. To get a spot, you need to arrive very early.
I’d steer most fans away from Le Rocher. It’s sometimes offered by ticket agencies as an option without making clear what it actually is. Fans who turn up expecting a seat or a comfortable spot can be shocked when they get there, and the experience can take the edge off race weekend.
If you’re considering a package that mentions Le Rocher, check exactly what’s included before you book.
Best booking resources for F1 trips
Planning the trip is the fun part for some and a chore for others.
If you would rather not handle all the details yourself, we can do that for you.
Take a look at our Grand Prix ticket & travel packages »
Prefer to do it all yourself? You’re welcome to take everything you’ve learned here and book your own trip. These are good places to start. They’re reliable, easy to use, and usually the best value.
Tickets
Grand Prix Tickets is the agency I’ve trusted for years. They’ve always been reliable, easy to deal with, and quick to help if something comes up.
Hotels
ZenHotels is one of my go-to sites for hotel bookings. It pulls prices from many smaller sites you might not know about, which makes it good for finding deals. I also check Expedia and Booking.com when I want more options.
Excursions
Viator is full of walking tours, attraction tickets, and local experiences. It’s especially handy if you’re heading to a new Grand Prix city. It’s a good place to find extras to add to your trip.
Money-saving tip
Book early
Monaco grandstands sell out, particularly the smaller stands at Sainte-Devote and Anthony Nogues. Booking early gives you the widest choice and the best chance of getting the location you want.
FAQ's
There is no bad grandstand at the Monaco Grand Prix. The circuit is short, narrow and action-packed, so every grandstand gives you a close view of the race.
Grandstand A at Sainte-Dévote gives one of the best views of the race start, as cars launch from the grid and funnel into Turn 1.
Grandstands K, N, O, P and L offer the best harbour views, with sightlines over the marina and the Swimming Pool section.
Most Monaco Grand Prix grandstands are uncovered. The higher rows of Grandstand T are the main exception, offering some covered seating.
Le Rocher is Monaco’s General Admission area on a rocky hillside above the circuit. It is not a seated grandstand, and most fans should choose a named grandstand for better comfort and views.
Yes. Monaco Grand Prix grandstands often sell out, especially smaller stands such as Sainte-Dévote and Anthony Noghes.
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