The Monaco Yacht Show 2025 stands as the world’s most esteemed celebration of luxury yachting, an event that merges grandeur, innovation, and exclusivity in the glittering enclave of Port Hercule. Since its founding in 1991, the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) has evolved from a boutique broker event into the ultimate international stage for the unveiling of the world’s finest superyachts. Originally featuring only a select group of superyachts above 20 meters and focusing mostly on industry professionals, the show rapidly expanded throughout the 1990s and 2000s, capturing the attention of the global elite, royalty, captains of industry, and yachting aficionados. Today, MYS showcases more than 120 superyachts, hundreds of exhibiting luxury brands, and an impressive lineup of innovative technology and lifestyle experiences, maintaining its reputation under the High Patronage of Prince Albert II as the epitome of maritime sophistication.
Running from 24 to 27 September, the 2025 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show promises showstopping debuts, particularly among the superyacht fleet. Among the top yachts displayed, “Breakthrough,” built by Feadship and measuring an astonishing 118.8 meters, represents the next era of sustainable luxury. As the world’s largest fuel-cell-powered superyacht and the largest motor yacht built in the Netherlands to date, Breakthrough is a harmonious blend of environmental innovation and excess. Its semi-submerged Neptune lounge allows guests to feel immersed in the sea, while amenities like a cinema, library, private hospital, and 8.2-meter swimming pool set new benchmarks for onboard grandeur. This yacht symbolizes the future of green yachting, demonstrating that sustainability can indeed coexist with ultra-luxury.
Another prominent presence will be “Gigia,” an 85-meter masterpiece from Lürssen. Gigia is distinguished by her masculine yet fluid exterior lines, elegantly hiding an interior inspired by American luxury residences with lavish finishing throughout her 2,850GT. With accommodations for 20 guests in ten staterooms, her private upper-deck suite captures the essence of exclusivity, featuring a private lounge, terrace, Jacuzzi, and his-and-hers bathrooms. The thoughtful design ensures each guest experiences maximum privacy and comfort, making Gigia a reference for next-generation yachting elegance.
The 80-meter “Al Reem,” formerly known as Project Silence and crafted by Bilgin Yachts, is another highlight. Al Reem distinguishes herself with 20% more exterior deck space compared to her predecessors and boasts a reworked owner’s deck offering panoramic 300-degree views and a Jacuzzi terrace. This yacht is a testament to the growth of Turkish superyacht building reputation for innovation, customization, and meticulous attention to detail. The inclusion of a larger mast and expanded communal areas caters to entertainment and relaxation, ensuring she stands out in a crowded field.
While superyachts are the prime attraction, the Monaco Yacht Show is renowned as a comprehensive lifestyle exhibition. Upon entering the show, visitors discover a curated world of extravagance that extends far beyond the marina’s edge. The marquees and dockside displays are replete with the world’s newest luxury vehicles. The Car Deck is a headline attraction, bringing together the world’s top-tier automobile marques—think Aston Martin, Bentley, Lamborghini, McLaren—each unveiling the latest hypercars, limousines, and, for 2025, an expanded collection of off-road vehicles and motorcycles. This seamless integration of automotive innovation with the yachting lifestyle serves as a reminder that luxury knows no bounds.
For the horologically inclined, the show assembles legendary watchmakers and jewelers presenting exclusive and limited-edition timepieces. Attendees can expect to see world-famous watches and fine jewelry, some available for private viewing and purchase, catering to both seasoned collectors and those seeking a singular luxury investment. The Monaco Yacht Show further serves as a showcase for high-end travel, with exclusive private jet charters, helicopter services, and bespoke travel experiences on offer, as well as interior designers whose work transforms yachts into floating palaces.
A pivotal focus of the show is its commitment to futureproofing the industry. The Sustainability Hub and the Blue Wake program provide a stage for brands developing hybrid and electric propulsion, eco-friendly materials, and advanced marine technology. The Adventure Area is consistently popular, featuring the latest toys—submersibles, high-performance RIBs, jet-skis, drones—and, for 2025, a dedicated area for motorcycles and off-road vehicles, appealing to thrill-seekers and those passionate about exploration and innovation.
Attending the Monaco Yacht Show demands careful consideration regarding access. Tickets for regular visitors are available online, with a one-day pass costing €690, a two-day pass €1,170, and a full-event three-day pass €1,860. The opening day—Wednesday, September 24—remains invitation only, and Saturday is accessible exclusively to holders of multi-day passes. Standard ticket holders enjoy access to exhibition areas but are restricted from participating in yacht tours, dockside events, or official parties hosted during the week.
For those seeking the ultimate in exclusivity, the Monaco Yacht Show offers its Sapphire Experience, a bespoke VIP program designed for an elite and rigorously vetted clientele. Only about 200 Sapphire badges are granted, reserved for genuine yacht clients and their representatives. The cost of a Sapphire Experience pass is set around €2,700. These VIP guests receive a host of privileges, including priority access to private yacht viewings, exclusive invitation-only parties hosted on iconic superyachts, and entrance to VIP lounges with high-end dining and bar offerings. VIPs also enjoy early dockside access, allowing them to conduct private meetings with builders, designers, and brokers before the event fully opens to the public. The experience is further enhanced with personalized concierge services, individually tailored itineraries, and introductions to key industry figures, ensuring absolute immersion in the world’s most luxurious nautical environment.
The Monaco Yacht Show 2025 thus continues its legacy as much more than a boat show. It is a statement of lifestyle, taste, and aspiration—a gathering of creators, dreamers, and the world’s social elite. From its illustrious history to the revolutionary yachts on display and the sophisticated luxury lifestyle it embodies, MYS offers an experience that artfully blends maritime tradition with contemporary flair and future-forward vision. In every sense, it is the crown jewel of yachting and luxury living.
Photos courtesy of the Monaco Yacht Show