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4 Rue Colonel Bellando de Castro, 98000 Monaco
- +377 99 99 14 00
- https://diocese.mc/
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Mon - Sun09:00 to 18:00
Saint Nicholas Cathedral
The Diocèse de Monaco, the official Catholic diocese of the Principality, offers services and support to Monaco’s Catholic community, including administration, religious education, and worship. It also manages the activities of Catholic parishes and organizations within the Principality.
ACTIVE EVENTS
Sara Ines Google Reviews
The cathedral is open daily from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with free entry for all visitors. Inside, you’ll find the tombs of Monaco’s former Princes, including Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace Kelly, which add a poignant touch to the visit. While there isn’t an audio guide available, the atmosphere and historical significance of the cathedral make it a worthwhile stop. It’s advisable to dress modestly.
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David Stanley Google Reviews
The tomb of Grace Kelly (1929-1982) is in the neo-Romanesque Cathédrale de Monaco in Monaco-Ville (1911) where she and Prince Rainier were married in 1956. The retablo of Saint Nicholas (1500) by Renaissance painter Ludovico Brea is also in the cathedral.
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Nerine Cummins Google Reviews
Located at 4 Rue Colonel Bellando de Castro, 98000 Monaco 🇲🇨. The Cathedral of our Lady Immaculate, informally known as the Cathedral of Monaco is the Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Monaco. It was built from 1873 to 1903 and was consecrated on 11 June 1911. The Cathedral was constructed using white stone from Turbie and it houses the tombs of Monaco’s former royal family members including Princess Grace and her husband Prince Rainer III. It was particularly moving to see these burial sites. The present cathedral stands on the site of a former church which was dedicated to Saint Nicholas. This former church was completed in 1321 and stood on this site for six 6️⃣ centuries until it was demolished to make way for the present cathedral. There are two 2️⃣ organs in the cathedral, the Grand Organ above the narthex, built in 1976 and the Choir Organ, built in 1976. It’s FREE 🆓 admission to the cathedral from 9.00am until 6.00pm daily and visitors are asked to dress respectfully. Shoulders to be covered. Miniskirts and shorts not permitted. The Cathedral sits up high so the views were stunning looking over Monaco and the coastline. The Princess Grace Gardens were very beautiful and I suggest you explore them. It’s a special place. The architecture on the cathedral is amazing, the workmanship that went into the construction is incredible and very impressive. The art that was evident from the paintings to the statues and was brilliant to see and appreciate. The cathedral is a stunning jewel of Monaco’s amazing heritage and I felt so privileged to visit. Thumbs up!!! 👍👍👍
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Sujay Sreekumar Google Reviews
A beautiful cathedral, looks really magnificent. Worth a visit. We did not go inside though.
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Deniz Polat Google Reviews
It was magnificent. By the sea. I am amazed ehile sun was setting down it was great to see all Colours and everything.
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Martha Burling Google Reviews
Oh what an Architectural Beauty in the Holy place of Monaco Cathedral. Even as I write my review, I am feeling the peace I felt when I visited the Cathedral and its Beautiful surroundings. Full of History but one placard was visible of Pope John Paul II. I really found Peace by visiting the Monaco Cathedral 🇲🇨 ♥️
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Samantha Platt Google Reviews
One of the amazing jewels in Monaco's crown. Sitting high up on the hill, this beautiful church has some exceptional paintings. It was amazing to see the grave site for Princess Grace and and her husband. The view is exceptional from here and do yourself a favour and walk up through the Princess Grace Gardens. After your visit here, you should head over to the Palace which is just next door. The whole area is well worth a visit.
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