Monet's Garden London - The Immersive Experience

1 | The Studio

The first stop on the tour is the studio of the founder of Impressionism, the place where his great works were created. Monet's blindness (1922) and the destruction of his paintings (1925) provide the setting for an in-depth look at his already eventful life and development.

A new perspective on the artist's work is offered, immersing the audience not only in his paintings, but also in his perceptions, techniques and ways of conceiving his art. Monet's central themes of light, shadow, wind, and the element of water as a reflective surface are integrated and woven into an overall poetic concept through state-of-the-art technology.

2 | The Artist

In the showroom that follows, the visitors can then fully immerse themselves in Monet's world-famous paintings, in order to truly experience them and dive into the poetry of world-famous masterpieces such as: "The Cape of la Héve - at Low Tide," "The Lady in the Green Dress" or "The Studio Boat."

The water lily paintings, the culmination of Monet's creative work, are presented as the finale of the story and the spirit of the great master of the Impressionism.

The entire room becomes a gigantic water lily pond, creating the illusion of an endless whole. The visitor is immersed in the paintings, immersed in light and sound and becomes part of the scenery – the artworks interact with the viewer and art becomes poetry.

3 | The Garden

From the studio, the tour moves on to the staging of Monet's garden, the world-famous garden landscape in Giverny in Normandy. Here, real and digital perception merge, so that the visitor is literally drawn into Monet's garden by the interactive installation. Just as in Monet's paintings, the entire space here glows with vibrant and organic color particles. This extraordinary garden landscape inspires the visitor to take a short stroll across the bridge and invites him to linger. The wall projections change interactively with the visitors - an experience that is both physical and poetic.

REACTIONS TO THE EXPERIENCE

Monet’s gorgeous impressionist
florals are in full bloom

TimeOut, Nov 2022

Stunningly
beautiful

NBC, Nov 2022

This enchanting exhibition provides complete and total immersion into the work and world of Claude Monet

Broadwayworld, Feb 2023

VENUE INFO

Monet’s Garden takes place at Arches London Bridge, a vibrant new exhibition and cultural event venue. The venue will open in 2023.

Boasting curved 6m high ceilings and over 11,000 sq feet, the venue contains five interconnected cavernous railway arches and is being newly renovated with a bar, café, box office and shop. From Autumn 2023, it will host a roster of vibrant exhibitions and events from some of the biggest entertainment producers in the world.

For information on hiring the venue, contact: info@archeslondonbridge.co.uk

Getting Here

Arches London Bridge is located at 8 Bermondsey St, SE1 2ER. It is a 2 minute walk from the Tooley St exit of London Bridge Station, and a 4 minute walk from The Shard.

London Bridge Station is the easiest public transport hub to reach the venue from, running on the Jubilee and Northern London Underground Lines, in additional to the rail station which is serviced by Southeastern, Southern and Thameslink.

Bus routes include: 149, 388, 17, 521, N343, 43, 141, N21, 21, 35, 47, 133, 344, N133, N199, 343, 381, N381.

Public parking is available here.

Email

info@archeslondonbridge.co.uk

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Faq

Are Monet’s paintings on display?

Monet’s Garden is an immersive experience that uses motifs from Monet’s paintings to create a 360-degree digital experience with moving artwork and enveloping projections. While the actual paintings will not be on display, Monet’s Garden gives visitors the opportunity to explore and interact with Monet’s artwork in brand new ways.

How long is the experience?

The duration of your visit is up to you, but plan on 60-70 minutes. The focus of the exhibition is the immersive show experience, which lasts 45 minutes.

Where is Monet's Garden located?

Monet’s Garden is situated at Arches London Bridge.
Address: 8 Bermondsey St, London Bridge SE1 2ER.

What is a time slot?

Monet’s Garden operates on a timed entry basis. You may select your preferred entry time when you book your tickets. You may enter the exhibition any time within your 30 minute timeslot. Once you are inside the exhibition, the visiting time is unlimited.

Where can I buy tickets?

You can buy tickets online on our website. There are also a limited number of tickets available at the venue on the door. Payment can be made either by cash or card onsite.

Can I bring a group or school group?

Yes, we can accommodate large groups. For groups above 20, please see below rates. Enquiries for groups of this size can be processed via email at info@archeslondonbridge.co.uk. Groups up to 20 can be purchased via the Book Tickets link on our website.

School Groups (Junior Schools)

1 teacher goes free for every 10 tickets bought
Tickets are at the advertised 5-15 rate
Tickets can be reserved for 1 week
After that we need a 10% non-refundable deposit to secure the reservation

Full payment to be made no later than 1 month before the trip

School Groups (Secondary Schools)

1 teacher goes free for every 10 tickets bought
Tickets are at the advertised student or groups rate (whichever is cheapest)
Tickets can be reserved for 1 week to secure the reservation
After that we need a 10% non-refundable deposit
Full payment to be made no later than 1 month before the trip

General Groups of more than 20

Tickets £19.90 + 1 free in every 10
Tickets can be reserved for 1 week to secure the reservation
After that we need a 10% non-refundable deposit

Full payment to be made no later than 1 month before the trip

What is the age recommendation?

Monet’s Garden is recommended for children aged 6 and older. Children under 5 do not require a ticket. Please note the exhibition has sound and light effects and is not suitable for infants.

Can I take photographs?

Yes! We hope you will take advantage of our numerous Instagrammable moments and post them using the hashtag #MonetsGarden. Please note that flash photography and tripods/monopods are not permitted. Please be careful not to disturb the other guests. You are welcome to photograph and film and share everything for your private use, e.g. on your social channels. Commercial use of photographs is not permitted.

Is Monet's Garden appropriate for those with sensory sensitivities?

This exhibition contains moving immersive projections and some strobe effects that could impact people with autism or motion sickness.

Can you eat or drink in the exhibit?

No food is permitted, however food and refreshments are available from our licensed bar & café.

Is Monet's Garden wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible. For more information on venue accessibility, please click here.

How much are tickets?

Adult tickets start at £19.90

LIMITED SEASON OPENING MARCH 21ST 2024

“A MULTISENSORY EXPERIENCE THAT PUTS VISITORS AS CLOSE TO INSIDE HIS ICONIC FLOWER PAINTINGS AS POSSIBLE.”

Associated Press, September 2022

THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE