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Getting Around Monaco During the Grand Prix: What Changes in Town
Building the circuit reshapes how you get around Monaco for several days before the race. Here's a general overview of what to expect when planning your visit.
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A circuit built from the city's real streets
Unlike permanent race tracks, Monaco's is made entirely of public roads, closed off and fitted with safety barriers for the occasion. Building the infrastructure — grandstands, barriers, terrace structures — begins several weeks before race weekend, with streets closing progressively along the way.
Traffic restrictions that tighten as the weekend approaches
As Thursday's opening draws closer, road access within the circuit perimeter becomes increasingly limited, and some routes become accessible only on foot, to those holding valid accreditation or a ticket for one of the relevant entry points.
Plan for getting around on foot
Over race weekend, much of getting around the Principality happens on foot, including between your accommodation and your reserved terrace. We recommend building in extra time, particularly ahead of terrace access windows before each on-track session.
Where to find official, up-to-date information
Traffic orders and the precise street-closure map are published by Monaco's authorities closer to each edition. We recommend checking the Principality's official channels and the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) in the weeks before your visit for the most current information.
This article offers a general, non-contractual overview of how the weekend is typically organised; exact arrangements are set each year by the relevant authorities.