Derwent River Cruises
Hobart grew up around the River Derwent, and seeing it from the water is a joy — the ferry up to MONA, lunch and sightseeing cruises, and city views framed by kunanyi.
Derwent River Cruises
Hobart grew up around the River Derwent, and seeing it from the water is one of the city’s great pleasures. From the working waterfront around Brooke St Pier and Constitution Dock you can catch the ferry up to MONA, join a lunch or sightseeing cruise, or simply drink in the views back to the city framed by kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Here’s how to plan a cruise on the Derwent.
Ways Onto the Water
MONA Ferry
From Brooke St Pier up the Derwent to the Museum of Old and New Art.
Lunch & Sightseeing
Longer cruises with food and drink and slow river scenery.
City & kunanyi
The best angle on Hobart, framed by the mountain and the bridges.
Waterfront & Dusk
The docks and city lights from the water as the day winds down.
Derwent Cruises — FAQ
What cruises run on the River Derwent?
Options range from the ferry up to MONA and short harbour and waterfront cruises to longer lunch and sightseeing trips on the Derwent. Operators, routes and times vary, so check current details when you plan.
How do you get to MONA by ferry?
The MONA ferry departs from Brooke St Pier on the Hobart waterfront and runs up the Derwent to the museum at Berriedale — arriving by water is part of the experience. Book ahead and check current sailing days.
Where do Derwent cruises depart from?
Most leave from the Hobart waterfront around Brooke St Pier and Constitution Dock, right by Salamanca. It’s an easy walk from the city centre and most central accommodation.
Can you see kunanyi / Mount Wellington from the water?
Yes — the Derwent gives some of the best views back to the city framed by kunanyi / Mount Wellington, along with the bridges, waterfront and passing wildlife on a clear day.
Are Derwent cruises weather-dependent?
Some are, especially smaller or wildlife-focused trips. The river can be breezy, so bring a layer and check current schedules and any weather cancellations before you go.
Hobart, Planned Around You
MONA and Salamanca, kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Bruny Island and the whisky bars — with the driving and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
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