Book now for 64th Monaco grand prix

The 64th Monaco grand prix may still be over three months away, but for anyone considering attending, now is the time to book your trip.

With its backdrop of private yachts, penthouses and a spectacular harbour, Monaco is the perfect venue for the razzmatazz of Formula One.

Once a year the streets of the principality are turned into the most recognisable Formula One circuit in the world, including the famed Loews hairpin – the slowest corner in Formula One – and the Virage Du Portier tunnel.

For those who can afford it, the circuit is lined with many stylish hotels providing guests with a view of the action.

The most famous is the Hotel de Paris, located on the Casino Square; while the Mirabeau, Fairmont Monte Carlo and Metropole all have excellent views of the hairpin and tunnel entrance. The Port Palace hotel looks onto the tunnel exit.

Hotels away from the noise include the Meridien Beach Plaza, Hotel Hermitage, the new Monte Carlo Bay Hotel and Resort, and the Columbus Hotel, which is co-owned by Scots racing driver David Coulthard.

When the race is over and the noise fades away, Monaco has plenty of bars, clubs and casinos to keep you entertained.

Join the international jet set at nightclubs including The Living Room, Karement or the world famous Jimmy'z; or lounge with celebs in bars such as Black Diamond, Cafe Grand Prix, Stars 'n' Bars, La Note Bleue and Zebra Square.

Casinos include the renowned Monte Carlo Casino, the Sun Casino, Salles des Palmiers or Cafe de Paris.

Monaco grand prix tickets and accommodation

This year's Monaco grand prix takes place between May 25th and 28th. Tickets start at £54 per person for Thursday May 25th, £124 per person on Saturday May 27th and £254 per person on Sunday May 28th.

For more information contact the Automobile Club de Monaco on 00 377 93 15 26 00 or visit www.acm.mc

A number of UK tour operators provide packages to the Monaco grand Prix. With Page & Moy, a five-night stay at the three-star Hotel Alexandra starts from £1,149 per person. Five nights at the Mirabeau starts at £2,849 per person per night and from £3,199 at the Fairmont Monte Carlo.

Prices include return flights from a choice of regional airports, departing Wednesday May 24th and returning on Monday May 29th, and transfers. Tickets to the race can be arranged at the time of booking.

For more information call Page & Moy on 0870 832 7000, or go to www.page-moy.co.uk

To find out more about Monaco go to: www.monaco-tourisme.com