Excursion Mona - discovery in style tour at Hobart

Indulge your senses on this half-day exploration of Australia's provocative Museum of Old and New Art (MONA).

Ferry Transfer

Depart the pier for the short transfer to the ferry terminal. Travel by ferry in the Posh Pit across the Derwent River to the MONA. Enjoy the sights of scenic Hobart from an exclusive lounge and separate deck with extra comfortable seating, table service and complimentary canapes, pastries and locally produced beverages.  

Museum of Old & New Art

After the half hour crossing, you will be given a hosted introduction to Mona. Explore the Museum of New Art and discover what has made this such a talked about and famous collection. This radically innovative institution that opened on the banks of the Derwent River in January 2011, showcases the largest private collection of art in Australia. The property is a cultural haven where outstanding art, architecture and antiquities are fused with the surrounding, natural landscape. Its $100 million private collection focuses heavily on themes of sex and death, and is presented in a uniquely creative setting, a purpose-built $75 million edifice that challenges our notions of what an art museum should be. There are none of the traditional 'white cube' gallery spaces. Instead, labyrinthine passageways and Escher-like stairways connect three underground levels. The artwork is not labelled; instead you are each given an iPod touch called the 'O' that permits random exploration.

After time in the museum, re-board the ferry back to Hobart to your waiting transfer to the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Hobart, Posh Pit, Derwent River, Ferry-ride, Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)

Note

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility. All areas visited are wheelchair accessible; however, guests must be able to embark/disembark the ferry by themselves. There are 99 steps on arrival at the museum and concrete walkways to navigate. Walking inside the museum is at each guest's discretion. The museum features some art with sexual, religious and death themes and may not be to everyone's taste. Please make sure to schedule a late lunch with your butler as this tour will not be back in time for lunch on board. Please note that the museum is closed on Tuesdays.