Jardin Exotique de Monaco
The Jardin Exotique de Monaco is a botanical garden that opened in 1931. Designed by architect Louis Notari, it is one of the country's most significant sights.
Planning a visit
The garden is located at 62, Boulevard du Jardin Exotique. It is open from 09:00 to 17:00 between November and January, 09:00 to 18:00 from February to April and in October, and 09:00 to 19:00 from May to September. It is closed on November 19 and December 25. There is an entrance fee. The nearest airport is Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport in France, located 18 km away.
Temperatures are mild throughout the year, with highs between 11 °C in January and 26 °C in August. Rainfall is lowest in July and August, making these months suitable for a visit. You can combine a trip here with visits to the Prince's Palace of Monaco, located 0.5 km away, or the Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate, which is 0.7 km from the garden.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 26 °C. The wettest is October, with about 119 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 11 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 19 | 15 | 12 |
| Average low, °C | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 9 |
| Rainfall, mm | 68 | 46 | 45 | 74 | 56 | 38 | 17 | 26 | 78 | 119 | 112 | 104 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
