Finding the best place to watch the Monaco Grand Prix
An easy-to-read and digestible simple guide. In Monaco, your choice of grandstand defines your race experience. From high-speed chicanes to yacht-filled harbours, here are the most sought-after seats on the circuit.
Grandstand K (Port Hercule): The Panoramic Spectacle
- Location: Harbour front, stretching from Tabac Corner towards the Swimming Pool section.
- View: Offers an extensive harbour view, the Tabac Corner, and the Piscine (Swimming Pool) section entrance.
- Action: Prime vantage point for high-speed cornering and viewing the famous Monte Carlo backdrop and superyachts.
- Tip: Higher rows (especially K1-K3) offer the best overall visibility, sometimes allowing a distant glimpse of the tunnel exit.
FAQ: What is the best row to book in Grandstand K?
For the best overall visibility in Grandstand K, aim for the higher rows (sections K1-K3). These offer the most expansive views of the harbour and sometimes provide a glimpse of the cars exiting the tunnel.
 Panoramic View of Grandstand K |  Grandstand K Harbour View |  Grandstand K Arial View |
Grandstand A1 (Sainte Devote): First-Corner Drama
- Location: The first corner on the circuit.
- View: Direct, close-up view of the Sainte Devote corner—the first, most notorious corner of the race.
- Action: Guaranteed action at the race start and one of the few places on the circuit where overtakes (and accidents) frequently occur.
- Tip: Excellent spot for feeling the intensity of the start, but visibility is limited to this single corner.
FAQ: Should I choose Grandstand A1 for the race start?
Yes, Grandstand A1 at Sainte Devote is legendary for race-start action. It is one of the few places where opening-lap incidents frequently occur, though visibility is focused primarily on Turn 1.
 Panoramic View of Grandstand A1 |  Grandstand A1 Track View |  Sainte Devote Perspective |
Grandstand B (Casino Square): The Iconic Backdrop
- Location: Directly opposite the Casino de Monte-Carlo.
- View: Directly overlooks the iconic Casino and the Hôtel de Paris. Quintessentially Monaco.
- Action: Cars exit the high-speed Massenet and navigate the Casino turn. It is a high-precision section for drivers.
- Tip: Great for photography and soaking in the glamour. Seats are often more comfortable, moulded plastic.
FAQ: Why is Grandstand B considered the most iconic spot?
Grandstand B sits directly in Casino Square, facing the Casino de Monte-Carlo and the Hôtel de Paris. It is the quintessential Monaco view, perfect for photography.
 High Angle Casino View |  Grandstand B Seating |  Casino Square Overview |
Grandstand T (Rascasse / Pit Lane): Pit Stop Central
- Location: Between the Swimming Pool complex exit and the Rascasse corner.
- View: Excellent sightlines across the pit lane entrance/exit and the technical complex leading to the Rascasse corner.
- Action: The best grandstand for watching pit stop strategies unfold and seeing teams work in the garages.
- Tip: If you love strategy and technical detail, the upper rows of T offer a fantastic 'main straight' equivalent view.
FAQ: What can I see from the upper rows of Grandstand T?
The upper rows of Grandstand T provide a clear view into the pit lane and team garages, making it the best place to watch pit-stop strategies.
 Pit Lane Action |  View Towards Grandstand T |  Pit Entrance Detail |
Piscine Complex (L, M, N, O, P): The High-Speed Chicane
- Location: Along the Swimming Pool section of the harbour.
- View: Cars tackle the high-speed, demanding chicane right next to the water's edge.
- Action: Drivers push the limits here, often clipping the barriers. Grandstands N, O, and P are built directly on the water.
- Tip: Choose Grandstand L for views of the cars exiting the chicane and proximity to the pit lane exit.
FAQ: Which Piscine grandstand is best for action?
Grandstand L is highly recommended for action, as it offers views of cars exiting the high-speed Swimming Pool chicane.
 Swimming Pool Chicane |  Waterfront Seating |  Piscine High-Speed Exit |
Grandstand V (Anthony Noghes): The Chequered Flag Finale
- Location: The final corner before the main straight.
- View: Provides a close-up, slower view of the cars negotiating the tight final turn.
- Action: Final, often desperate, overtaking attempts sometimes happen here.
- Tip: Ideal for seeing the run-up to the start/finish line and soaking in the excitement of the final lap.
FAQ: Is Grandstand V a good place to see the finish of the race?
Yes, Grandstand V at Anthony Noghes is the last corner before the finish line. It offers a close-up view of the final lap.
 Anthony Noghes Corner |  La Rascass Corner |  Paddock Club Viewing Area |
Key Viewing Strategy Points
Master the Circuit Layout
Choosing the right seat requires understanding the track landmarks. Use our official map to visualise your strategy.
View Official Monaco Circuit Map- Screen Coverage: Almost all major grandstands have large TV screens.
- Accessibility: Grandstands B and K are noted for better accessibility.
- Atmosphere: Look for Grandstand K or the Piscine complex for the highest energy.
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