Port overview
Port Hercule at a glance
Glamorous principality of the rich and famous.
Our AIS tracking recorded 45 cruise ship calls at Port Hercule since Jul 2026, about 3.1 a week, from 7 cruise lines. The busiest lines are Viking Ocean Cruises, Star Clippers, Silversea Cruises.
- In port now
- 2
- Ship calls, since Jul 2026
- 45
- Ships seen
- 15
- Cruise lines seen
- 7
- Port type
- Port of Call
- Time zone
- Central European Time
- Terminals
- 1
- Annual passengers
- 350,000
- Max ship length
- 270 m
- UN/LOCODE
- MCMON
- Also known as
- Monte Carlo
Facilities
- Shopping
- Hotels Nearby
- Taxi Available
Cruises
Cruises Visiting Port Hercule
Port Hercule is a port of call, not a departure port. Cruises do not embark here, but many itineraries include a stop.
Live data
2 In Port Now
Live positions updated 16 minutes ago
Ship calls, since Jul 2026
Who calls here most
Ships
- Star ClipperStar Clippers12 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Silver RaySilversea Cruises7 calls in the since Jul 2026
- EXPLORA IExplora Journeys4 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Viking VestaViking Ocean Cruises4 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Viking StarViking Ocean Cruises4 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Viking SeaViking Ocean Cruises3 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Seven Seas MarinerRegent Seven Seas Cruises2 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Wind SurfWindstar Cruises2 calls in the since Jul 2026
Shore excursions
Things to do in Monaco
Tours and activities near Port Hercule, bookable ahead of your port day.
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Where to stay
Hotels near Port Hercule
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Hotels & Accommodations Near Port Hercule
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FAQ
Questions about Port Hercule
What cruise ships visit Port Hercule?
Port Hercule is visited by cruise ships from major cruise lines throughout the year. You can see which ships are currently near Port Hercule and recent arrivals on the port's live tracking page at /ports/monaco.
Where is Port Hercule located?
Port Hercule is located in Monaco, Monaco.
What is the best time to visit Port Hercule?
The best time to visit Port Hercule varies by season. Check the port's seasonality page for detailed month-by-month cruise ship visit data.
What shore excursions are available at Port Hercule?
Port Hercule offers a variety of shore excursions including guided tours, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures. Popular activities in Monaco include sightseeing, local cuisine tours, and historical site visits. You can also book excursions independently through platforms like Klook and Viator.
How do I get from Port Hercule to Monaco?
From Port Hercule, you can reach Monaco by taxi, public transport, or shuttle services. Taxi services operate from the cruise terminal. Many cruise lines also offer shuttle services into town.
