“A subterranean architectural feat carved three storeys deep into a Triassic sandstone cliff on the Derwent River; the galleries are a windowless; labyrinthine space of raw stone and steel designed to provoke; descend the spiral staircase at opening; the clinical; directed light highlights the jagged texture of the excavated rock walls; the smell of industrial concrete and expensive espresso defines the underground atmosphere.”
About MONA (Museum of Old and New Art)
A subterranean architectural feat carved three storeys deep into a Triassic sandstone cliff on the Derwent River; the galleries are a windowless; labyrinthine space of raw stone and steel designed to provoke; descend the spiral staircase at opening; the clinical; directed light highlights the jagged texture of the excavated rock walls; the smell of industrial concrete and expensive espresso defines the underground atmosphere.
Why Visit
MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) is one of Australia's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Insider Tips
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Book tickets for MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) in advance to skip long queues.
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Hire a local guide to unlock the stories behind every corner.
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Spend extra time in the least-visited sections — they're often the most rewarding.
