Airbnb and Art Basel are redefining Miami's premier art event with exclusive new experiences, allowing you to dig deeper into the experience—scheduled to run December 3 to 7—through artist-led tours, behind-the-scenes access and insiders info.
Here are this year's offerings, available to book now:
Insider Art Basel: Exclusive Director’s Preview
Get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the fair before it opens to the public. Art Basel Miami Beach director Bridget Finn will personally lead this private tour through the fair's Meridians sector—featuring large-scale sculptures, paintings, installations and film and video projections—and will guide you through the solo presentations in the Positions sector. Finish up with a champagne toast in the Collectors Lounge. This is the kind of access even seasoned fairgoers dream about.
Exploring the Art of Curation with Kelly Wearstler
Tap into the creative process with Kelly Wearstler, one of the industry’s biggest names. You'll join Wearstler inside Art Basel’s most exclusive lounge to build "vibe trays," her signature creative tool that layers swatches, textures and imagery to spark inspiration. This is a workshop that lets you step inside the mind of a design icon to see how art can transform space and style.
Tour Jack Pierson’s New Solo Show with the Artist
Before The Bass Museum opens its doors, Jack Pierson himself will lead a tour through "The Miami Years," a deeply personal exhibition that explores the city’s imprint on his life and work. The artist lived in South Beach during the '80s and '90s, and hearing directly from him will surely give you a deeper understanding of his photography and conceptual art.
Beyond these one-of-a-kind experiences, Airbnb has curated a list of the most fair-worthy properties ideal for all types of art lovers. Look through them all here.