Local Expert: Gay Scene in Monaco. Monaco and Monte Carlo do not have a true gay scene and there are no explictly gay or lesbian bars or clubs, but the small microstate still has plenty to offer for LGBTQ travelers. Most of the LGBTQ nightlife is nearby Monaco in Nice, France —a short 20 minute train ride or drive if you rent a car. Monaco country profile. Monaco is the second-smallest independent state in the world. It is a playground for tourists and a haven for the wealthy, the former drawn by its climate and the beauty of Pleasure craft with a home port outside Monaco can now make a port of call in Monaco once again. Yachts with a crew should submit a medical declaration of health to the Marine and Airport Police Division of the Police Department 48 hours before making a port of call. Fermer The crime rate in Monaco is lower than in most European countries. Nevertheless, be vigilant in the following areas where petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, may occur: public places. tourist areas. at the Monaco train station. Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are I recently visited Monaco and when I was there I felt so calm and content. It was very safe, the people were lovely and the food was amazing. I saw lots of Rolls Royces and Ferrari's however there were also a number of Renault Twizy's and Abarth's. I live in Monaco since 2010. Crowded during the days, lots of construction, tourists and motorbikes around. Night life is really good, lots of young people coming from France etc. They are developing really well these last few years with the beach etc. Where to Watch the Monaco Grand Prix for Free. 1. Rampe de la Major. From Rampe de la Major – the winding pedestrian walkway leading up to the Palais you can sometimes get a glimpse of the track in the Rascasse / Anthoney Noghes section. Access this from Ave de la Port Neuve. Le Bar AmĂ©ricain, for vintage charm. Le Bar AmĂ©ricain, in HĂŽtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, is a Monaco institution. There is always live jazz or swing floating around the tables, and new cocktails to sample from a menu that constantly reinvents itself. Away from the principality’s main nightlife pockets, this is the bar to go to if you’re FX4IPFW.