{"id":287124,"date":"2025-04-15T16:23:41","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T14:23:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monaco-tribune.com\/2025\/04\/monacos-princely-palace-gets-makeover-but-still-open-to-visitors\/"},"modified":"2025-04-15T16:25:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T14:25:40","slug":"monacos-princely-palace-gets-makeover-but-still-open-to-visitors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.monaco-tribune.com\/en\/2025\/04\/monacos-princely-palace-gets-makeover-but-still-open-to-visitors\/","title":{"rendered":"Monaco’s Princely Palace gets makeover but still open to visitors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Prince’s Palace in Monaco is writing a new chapter in its thousand-year history, undergoing architectural modernisation and revealing forgotten treasures, while remaining open to the public.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

A constant sentinel since 1297, Monaco’s Prince’s Palace is about to undergo a significant transformation. Instigated by Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, an ambitious reconstruction project will transform the western part of the building. The ‘New Wing’, built in the 1960s, will have an extra floor added to it, with a contemporary feel that nevertheless respects its heritage.<\/p>\n\n

This architectural undertaking is part of an overall approach of preservation and optimisation. Apart from the aesthetic aspect, the aim is to bring this wing of the Palace up to the most demanding standards in terms of safety, accessibility and environmental performance – three essential pillars of responsible modern architecture.<\/p>\n\n

The meticulous planning of the works reflects a clear desire to minimise the impact on the day-to-day running of the Palace and on the population. <\/p>\n\n

Hidden treasures and open doors<\/h2>\n\n

In parallel to the modernisation work, the Prince’s Palace is revealing another facet of its evolution: the spectacular rediscovery of its Renaissance frescoes<\/span><\/a>. Hidden from view for nearly five centuries, these masterpieces, covering over 600m\u00b2, were revealed in 2015, and recently restored, providing visitors with an exceptional artistic journey back in time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

History and art buffs can now visit the sumptuous State Apartments.<\/p>\n\n

5 things you need to know when visiting the Prince’s Palace in Monaco<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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Practical information<\/em><\/h2>\n\n

Opening times:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n