MONA in brief
MONA is the Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart. It runs its own museum and its own ferry service, so a visit depends on two timetables, not one. The regular opening days are Thursday to Monday, from 10:00 to 17:00. Tuesday and Wednesday are outside that regular schedule, so check the ticket page before you plan a midweek visit.
This is an independent guide. It is not run by MONA and has no link to the museum. Prices are in Australian dollars (A$) and come from the museum's published 2026 information.
MONA ticket prices from 22 October 2026
The museum announced a price change for that date, and the table below shows the listed prices.
| Visitor | General entry | What to bring |
|---|---|---|
| Adult, non-Tasmanian | A$45 | – |
| Concession | A$39 | Health, pension, senior or student card |
| Age 12 to 17 | A$21 | – |
| Under 12 | Free | – |
| Tasmanian resident | Free, ticket required | Photo ID with a Tasmanian address, or a utility bill plus photo ID |
Check the ticket page for the price on the day you book, because the change takes effect on 22 October. Most advance bookings carry a booking fee of A$3.50 per transaction. A basket that holds only free Tasmanian tickets has no fee. MONA is cashless, and some individual artworks cost extra on top of general entry. Booking ahead is recommended.
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The MONA ferry from Brooke Street Pier
The ferry leaves from Brooke Street Pier on the Hobart waterfront and takes about 30 minutes each way. The advertised price starts at A$30. The ferry FAQ lists the return at the same price as a single trip. There are no concessions, and children under 4 travel free with a ticket. Museum entry is a separate ticket.
Be sure you are at the right pier. Brooke Street Pier is for MONA. The Bruny Island car ferry leaves from Kettering, and the Maria Island ferry leaves from Triabunna.
Current departures from the pier
The published departures are 09:15, 10:15, 11:15, 12:15, 13:15, 14:15, 15:30 and 16:30. A different summer timetable is announced from 3 December 2026, with a peak period running to 29 March 2027, so do not use the October times for a December trip. Posh Pit is a separate ferry class. Ask the operator for its current price.
The 99 steps
The museum has 99 steps. If you need a route with fewer barriers, the operator offers tunnel access. Tell the crew on board.
Plan your MONA visit
Four practical points.
Book the day, then the time
Pick one of the opening days first. The museum is open Thursday to Monday, and a midweek date may not fit the regular schedule. Then choose a ferry departure that leaves you enough hours inside, and check the return options when you book.
Bring proof for any discount
Concession and Tasmanian tickets need proof at the door. Carry the card or the identification listed above.
Watch for two dates
The ticket prices change on 22 October 2026, and the ferry moves to a different summer timetable on 3 December 2026. If your visit falls near either date, check the museum's ticket page and the ferry page again a few days before you go.
Pay by card
MONA does not take cash. Add a little room in your budget for individual artworks that carry their own charge.
Combine it with the waterfront
Brooke Street Pier is on the Hobart waterfront, so MONA pairs well with a waterfront walk. On a Saturday, the Salamanca Market runs from 8:30 to 15:00. Check the ferry times before you plan both in one day.
Festivals: Dark Mofo and Mona Foma
Two festival names appear on MONA's pages.
Dark Mofo
Dark Mofo is a June festival. The 2026 program included Dark Park on 11 to 14 June and 18 to 21 June, each day from 16:00 to 21:00. Those dates are past. Check the festival's own announcements for the next edition before you plan around it.
Mona Foma
MONA now describes Mona Foma as a former summer festival. Do not plan a summer trip around it.
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MONA: frequently asked questions
When is MONA open?
The regular opening days are Thursday to Monday, from 10:00 to 17:00. Tuesday and Wednesday are outside the regular schedule. Check the ticket page before you plan around a midweek date.
How much does MONA cost in 2026?
From 22 October 2026 the listed prices are A$45 for non-Tasmanian adults, A$39 for concessions and A$21 for ages 12 to 17. Children under 12 are free. Most advance bookings add A$3.50 per transaction.
Is MONA free for Tasmanians?
General entry is free for Tasmanians, but you still need a ticket. Bring photo ID with a Tasmanian address, or a utility bill plus photo ID.
How long is the ferry to MONA?
About 30 minutes each way from Brooke Street Pier, with prices from A$30. The current departures run from 09:15 to 16:30, and a different summer timetable starts on 3 December 2026.
Is there a route without the 99 steps?
The museum has 99 steps. The operator offers tunnel access for visitors who need a route with fewer barriers. Tell the crew when you board.