With the arrival of Symphony, the majestic superyacht owned by LVMH chairman Bernard Arnault, Port Hercule has a new reigning star at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix. While Paul Allen’s Octopus dominated in years past and Shahid Khan’s spectacular 400-foot Kismet created a stir last season, it’s $150 million Symphony yacht that currently commands the harbor, imposing in scale and style.
The Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix roars to life from Friday, May 23 to Sunday, May 25, and moored along the port is Symphony, the first Feadship to exceed 100 meters in length. Designed by British studio Tim Heywood, it is a sculptural tribute to classical music, complete with a grand piano that nods to Arnault’s personal passion.
Spanning six decks and boasting a volume of 3,463GT, the vessel is packed with indulgent amenities: a glass-bottom swimming pool with a cascading waterfall, an outdoor cinema on the bridge deck, and a private owner’s deck featuring a sauna, Jacuzzi terrace, and an office by François Zuretti. There’s also a wellness center, beach club, indoor cinema, pop-up golf tee with biodegradable balls, and eight lavish guest cabins.
Before the racing begins, the scene at Port Hercule is already electric. Symphony which towers over even the most glamorous neighbors, from the charter-favorite Luna and Lady A (owned by Chairman of Saudi Aramco, Yasir Othman Al-Rumayyan), to Quantum of Solace yacht. Her presence is powerful, her silhouette unforgettable, and her features undeniably elite. But Symphony isn’t the only head-turner in Monaco. $360 million Kismet, Shahid Khan’s 400-foot marvel, is also in attendance, ready to rival Symphony for attention once the on-track action heats up.
With its own stunning exterior, seven-star wellness zone, alfresco dining areas, and massive swimming pool, Kismet promises to shift the spotlight when race day arrives. Yachts moored stern-to the circuit enjoy an unrivaled view of the cars flying past, while those anchored farther out can savor the thrill with added privacy. And with two titans like Symphony and Kismet in the bay, deciding where to look might just be the real race.
Now valued at $150 million, the 333-foot Symphony is likely Arnault’s most extravagant possession, especially since he sold his $73 million Bombardier Global 7500 private jet in October 2022. Named after his love for classical music, this floating palace reflects the taste and refinement of the world’s second-richest man, and, at least for now, she reigns supreme at sea.
