Art Basel Miami Beach on a Yacht: Your Private Art Week Charter

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Every December, Art Basel turns Miami Beach into the art capital of the world. The fairs are packed, the roads are jammed and every restaurant is fully booked — so the smartest move is to take your Art Week to the water. A private yacht charter gives you space, privacy and the best view in the city, just minutes from the Convention Center.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2026: dates & location

• Public days: Friday, December 4 to Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 11 AM to 6 PM
• VIP and preview days: Wednesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 3 (by invitation)
• Venue: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach
• Miami Art Week: dozens of satellite fairs, gallery parties and pop-ups take place across Miami Beach and Miami the same week

Our main departure point at 2400 Collins Ave (across from the 1 Hotel) is only a short ride from the Convention Center, so it’s easy to fit a cruise between fair visits.

Why see Art Week from a yacht

• Skip the crowds: after hours in packed fair halls, enjoy open space and fresh air on Biscayne Bay
• 100% private: only your guests on board — perfect for collectors, galleries and VIP clients
• The best backdrop in Miami: the skyline, Star Island mansions and turquoise water make every photo look like art
• Easy logistics: one meeting point, a USCG-licensed captain and a route planned around your schedule

Art Basel yacht charter ideas

• Collector & client cruise: host VIP clients or collectors away from the noise of the fair, with champagne on deck
• Gallery after-party on the water: celebrate a sale or an opening with your team and artists
• Sunset cocktail cruise: leave the fair at 5 PM and watch the sun go down over the Miami skyline on our sunset cruise
• City lights after dark: see Brickell and downtown lit up on a night boat tour before dinner
• Recovery day at the sandbar: after a long Art Week, float in turquoise water at the Haulover sandbar
• Mansions & skyline: cruise past the celebrity homes of Star Island, many owned by famous collectors

Choose your yacht for Art Week

• Sunseeker 74ft “Giuli”: our luxury yacht with full crew, salon, bar and sundecks, from $3,000 for 4 hours, departing from North Bay Village
• Pardo 40: a sleek, modern day boat for up to 13 guests, $500/hr (4-hour minimum)
• Axopar 38: stylish and fast, up to 13 guests, $400/hr
• Nautic Star 25ft: perfect for small groups of up to 8, from $200/hr (2-hour minimum)

Every charter includes a USCG-licensed captain, fuel, water, sodas and ice. It’s BYOB, so bring your own champagne (guests 21+). See the whole fleet.

Tips for booking a yacht during Art Basel

• Book early: Art Week is one of the busiest weeks of the year in Miami, and yachts sell out fast
• Plan around the fair hours: mornings before 11 AM and evenings after 6 PM are the easiest times to get away
• Allow extra travel time: traffic on Miami Beach is heavy all week, so plan to arrive early at the dock
• Ask about rates: special events can have different pricing, so contact us for availability and a quote

Art Basel yacht charter: FAQ

When is Art Basel Miami Beach 2026?

The public days of Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 are Friday, December 4 to Sunday, December 6, from 11 AM to 6 PM, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. VIP and preview days are December 2 and 3.

How far is the boat from the Art Basel Convention Center?

Our main departure point at 2400 Collins Ave in Miami Beach is a short ride from the Miami Beach Convention Center. The Sunseeker 74 yacht departs from 7910 West Dr in North Bay Village.

How much is a yacht charter during Art Basel in Miami?

Our Sunseeker 74 yacht starts at $3,000 for 4 hours and our Nautic Star starts at $200 per hour, captain and fuel included. Special event dates can have different rates, so contact us for availability and a quote.

Can we bring champagne on the yacht?

Yes. All our charters are BYOB for guests 21 and over. Water, sodas and ice are included.