- Address: Monaco, Monaco-Ville, Avenue Saint-Martin
- Opening hours: 9.00-17.00 in the winter and 9.00-20.00 in the summer
- Opening: 1830
Tourists and residents of Monaco do not stop admiring the sights of this city. We will tell you about one of them - the Gardens of St. Martin. This amazing park is located on the south side of the cliff in the old town of Monaco - Ville. The gardens of St. Martin were created in 1830 by Prince Honore V, who had a predilection for exotic plants. The prince himself loved to travel around the world and brought rare specimens to the garden. In a wonderful exotic oasis, inspired artists, photographers and writers. It was the favorite place of Guillaume Apollinaire - the classic of French literature.
To climb into the garden you can use the elevator, which is located at the foot of the mountain. When you are at the top, you will fully experience the luxury of this landmark. The air here is saturated with the aroma of exotic flowers, old tall trees give a shadow to their crown, and walks along the alleys will settle in your soul pacification and admiration. Ten observation platforms open a beautiful view of the port with snow-white yachts and a blue sea surface. Also in the gardens of St. Martin you can relax by the small pond that is on the left side of the park. Dozens of sculptural fountains, gazebos, flower arrangements and flower beds will not leave you indifferent. The gardens of St. Martin are a harmonious combination of exotic nature with the art and history of the Princely Empire.
Sculptures in the Gardens of St. Martin
Walking along the alleys of the delightful park, periodically you will encounter historical sculptures. The most famous creations of sculptors are:
- "Marise in the Mirror or an Unchanging Time" (created in 1997, sculptor - Cyril de La Pateler);
- "Hector and Andromache" - 1986, Giorgio de Chirico;
- "Crossroads of life" - 1967, Eduard-Marcel Sandoz;
- "Invitation" - 1982, Kis Verkade;
- bronze statue to Prince Albert of Monaco I - 1965, Francois Cogne.
Details of the history of the creation of sculptures you will tell a guide who can be hired at the entrance to the park for 6 euros.
Mode of operation and route
The gardens of St. Martin are open for tourists every day. The entrance to the elevator, which rises to the park, is absolutely free. It opens at 9.00, closes during sunset (in the summer - 20.00, in the winter - 17.00).
You can drive to St. Martin's Gardens on your own or rented car on the Monte Carlo route or on local buses No. 1, 2, 6, 100.
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