La Turbie and the Trophy of Augustus (Trophée d'Auguste)

A colossal Roman victory monument from 6 BC towering over a stone village 450m above Monaco — with the single best view of the principality anywhere. Entry to the monument is €7 (free under 18), the village and viewpoint are free, and it's a short bus ride from Monaco. Caveat: the monument closes Mondays and takes a midday break off-season.

Key facts

Frequently asked questions

What actually is the Trophy of Augustus?

A monument Rome built around 6 BC to celebrate Augustus subduing the Alpine tribes — originally about 50 meters tall and visible from the sea. What stands today is a partial reconstruction, but it's still enormous and genuinely moving up close.

Is the view over Monaco really that good?

It's the view — the one on postcards, the whole principality laid out 450 meters below with the coast curling toward Italy. On clear days you can see Corsica. Even if the monument is closed, come for this.

What are the opening hours?

Closed Mondays year-round. From 2 May to 31 August it's open 10:00-18:00; from September through April it splits into 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:00, with last entry 30 minutes before closing. Time your bus accordingly.

Is it doable with kids or limited mobility?

The village lanes are cobbled and stepped, and the monument terrace involves stairs — manageable for most kids, hard going for wheelchairs beyond the lower grounds. The main viewpoint near the monument is reachable with modest walking.

How do I get to La Turbie from Monaco without a car?

Take bus 603, 604 or 605 from Place d'Armes and get off at La Turbie-Mairie — about €2.10 and a 3-minute walk to the monument. Buses aren't frequent, so photograph the return timetable when you arrive.

How much does the Trophy of Augustus cost?

€7 for adults and free for under-18s — that covers the monument grounds, the small museum, and the terrace access. The village itself and the famous viewpoint over Monaco cost nothing.

Is La Turbie village itself worth time?

Yes — it's a proper medieval village of vaulted stone lanes on the old Roman Via Julia Augusta, blissfully untouristed compared to Èze. Allow an hour to wander and grab lunch on the square.

Can I hike up from Monaco instead?

There's a steep trail from the Beausoleil side climbing about 450 vertical meters — beautiful but a serious hour-plus workout in the sun. Most people bus up and, if feeling energetic, walk down.

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