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National GeographicJul 30, 2026

These grand hotels have legendary cellars—and centuries of history

Underneath these world-class stays, the past lives on with rare spirits and vintages, hidden walls, and secret passages that survived wars and even volcanic eruptions.

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  • Hôtel de ParisHotelMonaco's largest hotel wine cellars span 16,000 square feet.
  • Elsewhere
  • The StaffordHotelLondon, United KingdomCellar dates to 17th century, once connected to St. James' Palace.
  • Four Seasons Hotel George VHotelParis, FranceFamed cellar founded with the hotel in 1928, carved into rock.
  • Le CinqRestaurantParis, FranceOne of three Michelin-starred restaurants at Four Seasons Hotel George V.
  • L'OrangerieRestaurantParis, FranceOne of two Michelin-starred restaurants at Four Seasons Hotel George V.
  • Le GeorgeRestaurantParis, FranceA Michelin-starred restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel George V.
  • Il Borro ToscanaHotelSan Giustino Valdarno, ItalyLuxury resort rests atop a medieval estate and village.
  • The Apartment at Tour d’ArgentHotelParis, FranceOne-bedroom micro-hotel overlooking the Seine and Paris skyline.
  • Tour d'ArgentRestaurantParis, FranceOne of the world's most historical restaurants, opened in 1582.
  • The Retreat at Blue LagoonHotelReykjanes Peninsula, IcelandGeothermal cellar set in a lava cave formed by a volcano.
  • Moss restaurantRestaurantReykjanes Peninsula, IcelandMichelin-starred restaurant at The Retreat at Blue Lagoon.
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Lonely PlanetJul 24

The 9 best Formula 1 circuits in the world

Check out these stalwarts of the Formula 1 circuit for the best race experiences.

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  • Circuit de MonacoPlacePrestigious street circuit winding through Monte Carlo.
  • Elsewhere
  • Albert ParkSightMelbourne, AustraliaCircuit surrounding Albert Park Lake in Melbourne.
  • Suzuka CircuitPlaceSuzuka, JapanDesigned in 1962 as a Honda test track, unique figure-8 shape.
  • Marina Bay Street CircuitPlaceSingaporeFirst night race in F1 history, street circuit in Asia.
  • Baku City CircuitPlaceBaku, Azerbaijan6km street course through Baku's medieval center and Caspian Sea shore.
  • Red Bull RingPlaceSpielburg, AustriaTrack nestled amid the Styrian alps outside Spielburg.
  • Silverstone CircuitHotelSilverstone, United KingdomOriginal Formula 1 track, hosted British Grand Prix since 1987.
  • InterlagosPlaceSão Paulo, BrazilDynamic and spirited race track outside São Paulo.
  • Circuit of the AmericasPlaceAustin, United StatesModern track outside Austin, built specifically for F1.
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