Museum of Old and New Art
Quick Facts
- Location
- Australia, Hobart
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- 3-4 hours across the three subterranean levels, a day with the ferry and the grounds
- Opening Hours
- Monday 10:00-17:00 · Tuesday Closed (Tuesday) · Wednesday Closed (Wednesday) · Thursday 10:00-17:00 · Friday 10:00-17:00 · Saturday 10:00-17:00 · Sunday 10:00-17:00 · From the opening-hours page on mona.net.au (checked 5 November 2026): the museum is open Monday and Thursday to Sunday 10:00-17:00 and closes on Tuesday and Wednesday, and the visit page notes that hours move with what is happening on site so the date you book governs the day. Tasmanians enter free but still have to hold a ticket, with no booking fee when the cart contains only free local tickets, and the museum suggests a two-day ticket for anyone wanting to take it slowly.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: A regular non-Tasmanian adult ticket costs 45 Australian dollars · Student: Concession tickets cost 39 dollars · Admission covers the general galleries while certain works need their own ticket, booking online is the route the museum pushes through [email protected], and the local free ticket carries no booking fee as long as the basket holds nothing chargeable.
- Address
- Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Hobart, Australia
- Coordinates
- -42.8470, 147.2520
Introduction
The Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), founded by David Walsh in 2011 near Hobart, is a subterranean museum carved into a cliff, famed for provocative, bold contemporary art. A ferry up the Derwent leads to dark, concrete galleries — Australia's most uninhibited art experience. Known for installations like 'The O' and a labyrinthine lower gallery, its bars extend Walsh's rebellious spirit.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10:00-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed (Tuesday) |
| Wednesday | Closed (Wednesday) |
| Thursday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00-17:00 |
From the opening-hours page on mona.net.au (checked 5 November 2026): the museum is open Monday and Thursday to Sunday 10:00-17:00 and closes on Tuesday and Wednesday, and the visit page notes that hours move with what is happening on site so the date you book governs the day. Tasmanians enter free but still have to hold a ticket, with no booking fee when the cart contains only free local tickets, and the museum suggests a two-day ticket for anyone wanting to take it slowly.
Ticket Information
| Adult | A regular non-Tasmanian adult ticket costs 45 Australian dollars |
|---|---|
| Student | Concession tickets cost 39 dollars |
| Child | Ages 12 to 17 pay 21 dollars and ages 0 to 11 are free |
| Senior | The concession band covers documented seniors and visitors with disability, and companion card tickets can be arranged through the box office |
| Free Admission | Tasmanians enter free but must still book a ticket, showing identification on arrival |
Admission covers the general galleries while certain works need their own ticket, booking online is the route the museum pushes through [email protected], and the local free ticket carries no booking fee as long as the basket holds nothing chargeable.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Museum of Old and New Art?
Monday: 10:00-17:00; Tuesday: Closed (Tuesday); Wednesday: Closed (Wednesday); Thursday: 10:00-17:00; Friday: 10:00-17:00; Saturday: 10:00-17:00; Sunday: 10:00-17:00; From the opening-hours page on mona.net.au (checked 5 November 2026): the museum is open Monday and Thursday to Sunday 10:00-17:00 and closes on Tuesday and Wednesday, and the visit page notes that hours move with what is happening on site so the date you book governs the day. Tasmanians enter free but still have to hold a ticket, with no booking fee when the cart contains only free local tickets, and the museum suggests a two-day ticket for anyone wanting to take it slowly.
How much is the admission for Museum of Old and New Art?
Adult: A regular non-Tasmanian adult ticket costs 45 Australian dollars; Student: Concession tickets cost 39 dollars; Child: Ages 12 to 17 pay 21 dollars and ages 0 to 11 are free; Senior: The concession band covers documented seniors and visitors with disability, and companion card tickets can be arranged through the box office; Free Admission: Tasmanians enter free but must still book a ticket, showing identification on arrival; Admission covers the general galleries while certain works need their own ticket, booking online is the route the museum pushes through [email protected], and the local free ticket carries no booking fee as long as the basket holds nothing chargeable.
Any practical tips for visiting Museum of Old and New Art?
Allow Half a day for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~10:00–17:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
How long should I spend at Museum of Old and New Art?
A typical visit takes 3-4 hours across the three subterranean levels, a day with the ferry and the grounds.
