MONA - Museum of Old and New Art

Experience MONA: The Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart, Tasmania

Welcome to MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), Australia's most-talked-about cultural playground and a must-see highlight on any Tasmanian travel itinerary. Carved deep into the sandstone cliffs of the Berriedale peninsula on the banks of Hobart’s River Derwent, David Walsh’s subterranean wonderland is a subversive, boundary-pushing museum unlike anything else in the world.

Whether you are a devoted culture vulture or a curious traveler looking for unique things to do in Hobart, MONA delivers an unforgettable sensory experience that blends ancient antiquities with provocative contemporary and modern art.   

Activities

• Descend the Subterranean Labyrinth: Ditch traditional white-cube galleries. Walk down multi-level, windowless sandstone stairs into deep underground chambers housing eccentric antiquities, cutting-edge contemporary art, and boundary-pushing installations.
• Cruise the River on the MONA Ferry: Kick off your adventure in style by catching the camouflage-painted MRV Roma or Mona Roman catamarans from Brooke Street Pier in central Hobart. Upgrade to "The Posh Pit" for private lounge access, complimentary drinks, and local canapés.
• Navigate with "The O" App: Replace paper maps with MONA’s custom handheld digital guide. Tap the screen to track nearby artworks, read quirky artist statements, vote "Ooh" or "Aah" on pieces, and access alternative commentary.
• Wine Tasting at Moorilla Estate: Pair your culture with craft beverages. Sample cool-climate wines directly at the onsite Moorilla cellar door or grab a local Moo Brew beer at the outdoor lawn bar.
• Dine at Award-Winning Restaurants: Unwind after your gallery walkthrough with a paddock-to-plate meal at The Source Restaurant, casual dining at the Mona Café, or fine-tuning your palate at Faro.
• Catch a Seasonal Festival: Time your trip right to experience MONA's massive cultural events, including the winter solstice celebrations of Dark Mofo or the summer music and arts program, MONA FOMA.

Facilities

• Bar
• Cafe
• Carpark
• Cellar Door
• Conference/Function Facilities
• Enquiry Desk
• Family Friendly
• Food and Refreshments
• Gallery / Museum
• Lawn / Gardens
• Parents Room
• Restaurant
• Shop / Gift Shop
• Wine Tasting