Monaco & the Automobile: at the Grimaldi Forum, the legend of motors tells the story of the Principality

MONACO – In Monaco, the automobile is more than a passion. It is an integral part of a history shaped by competition, prestige, innovation and international recognition. This deep connection is at the heart of “Monaco & the Automobile”, the major exhibition hosted at the Grimaldi Forum and open to visitors until September 6, 2026.

Curated by Rodolphe Rapetti, the exhibition goes beyond simply celebrating vintage cars and iconic vehicles. The world of motoring becomes a way to explore some of the key moments that have helped shape the Principality’s international appeal.

Monaco and the automobile: a century-long story

The relationship between Monaco and the automobile is deeply rooted in the identity of the territory. The Monaco Grand Prix, the Principality’s streets transformed into one of the world’s most famous circuits, and the constant presence of extraordinary cars have helped create an image recognized around the globe.

The Grimaldi Forum exhibition draws on this heritage to create a narrative in which motorsport, culture and society come together.

The cars on display thus become part of a broader story: that of a Principality that has transformed its passion for motoring into one of the defining elements of its international appeal.

Legendary cars take center stage

Entering the exhibition means immersing yourself in a world of automobiles that have defined different eras. Design, technology and performance come together with memories of competition and the stories that have turned certain vehicles into genuine icons.

The exhibition has been designed as an engaging experience, allowing visitors not only to admire the cars but also to discover the historical and cultural context surrounding them.

The result is a journey through the evolution of the automobile and, at the same time, through the evolution of Monaco’s international image.

A journey that can also begin online

Visitors who want a preview of the exhibition can take advantage of an 11-minute express guided tour created by the Grimaldi Forum and available online.

Watch the express guided tour of “Monaco & the Automobile”

The digital experience offers a glimpse into the atmosphere of the exhibition, although visiting in person is what truly brings the full experience to life.

Guided tours and exclusive experiences

“Monaco & the Automobile” offers several ways to explore the exhibition in greater depth.

Public guided tours take place every Thursday and Sunday, at a cost of €10 per person, with groups limited to 25 participants.

For those looking for a more personalized experience, private tours for groups of up to 25 people are also available every day.

An especially exclusive option is the possibility of arranging a visit after the exhibition has closed to the public, between 8 and 10 pm. This experience includes a dedicated catalogue and can be complemented by a customized cocktail, turning the exhibition visit into a private event.

To make the exhibition accessible to an international audience, audio guides are available in Italian, French and English.

From the Grand Prix to design: why the automobile is part of Monaco’s identity

The exhibition’s greatest strength lies in its ability to connect objects with history.

In Monaco, the automobile represents far more than speed. It embodies technological research, design, luxury, competition and innovation. It is also one of the elements that have helped establish the Principality as an international destination associated with excellence.

“Monaco & the Automobile” explores this relationship through the cars and their stories, as well as through the atmosphere that has always surrounded motorsport in the Principality.

The roar of an engine, the appeal of a vintage bodywork and the memory of legendary races thus become part of a cultural narrative capable of engaging both passionate enthusiasts and visitors discovering the history of motoring for the first time.

The Grimaldi Forum exhibition: a must-see event in 2026

With “Monaco & the Automobile”, the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco presents an experience that brings together automotive culture and the identity of the Principality.

It is not simply an exhibition of cars, but a journey through the history of a territory that has made its relationship with the world of motoring one of the symbols of its international image.

For enthusiasts of classic cars, motorsport and design, as well as anyone looking to discover another side of Monaco, the exhibition is one of the events to put on the calendar for summer 2026.

“Monaco & the Automobile” is open at the Grimaldi Forum until September 6, 2026.