Monaco Wedding Photographer | French Riviera
I've photographed weddings in Monaco more than ten times now. Town Hall ceremonies, preparations at the Hôtel de Paris, cocktails at the CastelRoc, couple sessions in the gardens. I know this principality the way you only can after years of working here. Its light, its pace, its rules — and the moments it gives to those who know where to look.
Monaco is unlike any other wedding destination on the French Riviera. Small, dense, and sovereign — it operates by its own logic. And for couples who choose it, that's precisely the point.
Wedding Photography at Monaco Town Hall
The Monaco Town Hall — the Mairie de Monaco — is where most civil ceremonies take place in the principality. I've shot there more than six times, and every time it surprises me.
The building sits in Monaco-Ville, the old town perched on the Rock. The light inside is formal and warm. Outside, the narrow streets of the old town feel intimate. Almost secret. A world apart from the glamour below.
One ceremony stays with me. The bride was an Olympic champion. Her husband, calm and composed beside her. A handful of guests — several of them champions themselves. After the ceremony, we stepped into the inner courtyard with a vintage collector's car waiting. Just the three of us. No crowd, no noise. I made some of the most quietly powerful images of my career in that courtyard. Athletic greatness in the room. Two people, married, standing next to a beautiful machine. I couldn't have planned that contrast.
That's Monaco. It gives you moments like that if you're ready for them.
The Wedding Venues I Know in Monaco
Over the years I've worked across Monaco's most beautiful settings. Here's what I know about each of them.
Hôtel Hermitage
One of Monaco's grande dame hotels, steps from the Casino. I photographed a spring wedding here — a small, intimate celebration of around fifteen guests. The ceremony took place inside one of the elegant salons, the cocktail on a private terrace overlooking the principality. The couple was Eastern European — understated, composed, deeply in love in a way they expressed quietly rather than loudly. My job was to be invisible and watch. The images from that terrace, with Monaco spread out below in the soft spring light, are among the most refined I've made here.
Hôtel de Paris
I've worked here for bridal preparations. Few places on the Riviera carry this much natural elegance. The architecture, the light through tall windows, a suite that has hosted royalty for over a century. It sets the tone for the entire day before anyone has left the room.
Maya Bay
A different side of Monaco — the waterfront, the yachts, the Mediterranean energy. I photographed a wedding here that felt like a celebration in the truest sense. The setting brings a relaxed, luminous quality that contrasts beautifully with the more formal venues on the Rock.
Jardin Saint-Martin & Japanese Garden
Both gardens offer something rare in Monaco — greenery, calm, and softer light. I use them regularly for couple sessions. The Japanese Garden is one of my favourite places to work on the entire Riviera. Carefully composed, calm, with open views over the sea.
CastelRoc
A classic Monaco address for cocktails — right on the Place du Palais, with the Prince's Palace as a backdrop. The light in late afternoon on that square is extraordinary. It's the kind of location that needs almost nothing from a photographer except good timing.
What You Need to Know Before Photographing in Monaco
This is the part most photographers won't tell you — and most couples find out too late.
Photography near the Prince's Palace and the Casino Square is restricted. Both are iconic locations that every couple wants in their wedding gallery. But shooting there without specific authorisation is not allowed. Those authorisations exist, but they are not easy to get. And getting them needs advance planning. I've been through this process many times. Knowing what's possible, what needs paperwork, and what to avoid — that's part of what I bring.
Monaco rewards familiarity. Monaco is small but complex. Private spaces, restricted areas, security protocols, a pace unlike anywhere else on the Riviera. A photographer who doesn't know Monaco will spend your wedding day figuring it out. I've already done that work.
Plan your timeline carefully. Monaco Town Hall ceremonies have precise timing. Moving between the Rock, the port, and the waterfront takes planning. You need a photographer who knows the distances and the light at every hour.
My Approach to Monaco Wedding Photography
Most of my Monaco couples are international, often with prominent guests. They want their day documented with elegance — and without intrusion.
My approach is editorial and calm. I don't direct constantly or manufacture moments. I position myself, I watch, and I wait for what's real. In a place like Monaco — where the setting is already extraordinary — the photographer's job is to get out of the way and let the day speak.
Each gallery is edited with a luminous, timeless finish. No heavy presets, no trends that date in three years. Images that will feel as alive in twenty years as they do the week after your wedding.
Internationally recognised
Vogue · Vogue UK · Gala
Featured in leading international publications and wedding platforms.
Kind words from Monaco couples
“He captured our Monaco celebration with such elegance and calm presence. Every image feels refined, natural and timeless — exactly what we had hoped for.”
— Sarah & Michael
“Planning our wedding from abroad felt overwhelming at first, but Jérémie made everything seamless. His knowledge of the Riviera and Monaco gave us complete confidence from the very beginning.”
— Emily & James
“He doesn’t just take photographs — he captures a feeling. Looking at our images instantly brings us back to the atmosphere and light of Monaco.”
— Anna & Daniel
FAQ — Wedding Photography in Monaco
Where can you get married in Monaco? The most common option for civil ceremonies is Monaco Town Hall in the old town. Receptions take place across Monaco's hotels and private venues — the Hôtel Hermitage, Hôtel de Paris, Maya Bay, and the CastelRoc among them.
Can you photograph at the Casino or in front of the Prince's Palace? Not without specific authorisation. Both locations are restricted for professional photography. I've worked through this process before and can help you understand what's possible for your wedding day.
Is Monaco suitable for a destination wedding? It's one of the most iconic destination wedding locations in the world. Mediterranean light, architectural beauty, world-class hotels, sovereign exclusivity. It's a unique combination. And it works best for intimate celebrations — small guest lists, refined details, no compromise.
Do you work with international couples? The majority of the couples I photograph in Monaco come from the US, the UK, Asia, and Middle East. I work across languages, cultures, and timezones. Guiding couples through a destination wedding from abroad is something I do every year.
How far in advance should I book? For Monaco, I recommend reaching out at least 9 to 12 months before your date. Summer weekends go fast. And a Monaco wedding — with authorisations and venue coordination — needs time to plan properly.
Weddings Across the French Riviera
Monaco is one chapter of the Riviera story. I also photograph weddings in:
- Èze and Château Eza — medieval village weddings above the sea
- The French Riviera — from Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to Cap d'Ail
Let's Talk About Your Monaco Wedding
I take on a limited number of celebrations each year. If you're planning a wedding in Monaco and want to work with a photographer who knows the principality inside out, I'd love to hear from you.