Home of the Arts Entry and Dining with Ferry Transfer
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August 2025
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What you can expect
Cover all bases on a day of arts, eats, and epic views with entry to the Home of the Arts (HOTA) gallery and a dining voucher. Kick things off with a short ferry ride, choosing between a quick return cruise from Surfers Paradise or a hop-on, hop-off day pass to explore the Gold Coast waterways at your own pace. When you're ready, head to the HOTA gallery, the cultural heart of the coast, where thought-provoking exhibitions and stunning contemporary works are waiting.
After enjoying the art, it's time to treat yourself with a $30 food and beverage voucher. Dine in style at the Exhibitionist Bar with amazing views from the rooftop, or take it slow at the relaxed HOTA Cafe surrounded by lush gardens. Whether you're into art, food, or just love a day out, this is the perfect Gold Coast mix of culture, creativity, and coastal vibes.
Location
What you need to know
- Entry to Home of the Arts (HOTA) gallery
- Eight-minute return ferry from Surfers Paradise or a hop-on hop-off day pass
- $30 food and beverage voucher
- Featured and ticketed exhibitions are not included.
- Departure from Surfers Paradise hourly from 9.15am to 4.15pm
- Departure from HOTA hourly from 10.57am to 5.57pm
- Exhibitionist Bar opening hours
- Monday to Tuesday - 10am to 4pm
- Wednesday to Saturday - 10am to 10pm
- Sunday - 9am to 4pm
- HOTA Cafe opening hours
- Monday to Thursday - 8.30am to 3.30pm
- Friday - 8.30am to 8pm
- Saturday - 9am to 8pm
- Sunday - 7.30am to 3.30pm
- Please allow approximately half a day for this experience.
- This experience departs from Surfers Paradise Ferry Wharf, Appel Park, 10 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217.
- Participants must be 18 years or over to consume alcohol; photo ID may be required
- Please present your food and beverage voucher upon entry at the Exhibitionist Bar or HOTA Cafe
- Seats on the Hopo Ferry are subject to availability
- Times are subject to change without notice
- This experience is wheelchair accessible
- Non-refundable.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-ACCB
- This experience is supplied by Hopo Gold Coast Ferry Tickets
