Gen Z travelers drive nearly half of searches for Miami during Art Basel Miami Beach

Art Basel and Airbnb are bringing their global partnership back to Art Basel Miami Beach this December, continuing to connect travelers with the artists and tastemakers shaping the art world. Demand for the fair keeps growing, with searches for Miami stays during Art Basel weekend up nearly 20 percent from last year.¹

Two Experiences are bookable on Airbnb starting Tuesday, November 10, at 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT, each giving guests early access: a curator-led first look at Public Art Fund's new exhibit ahead of the fair, and a director's preview of Art Basel Miami Beach with Bridget Finn before the doors open to the public.

Ping-Pong Meets Art: A Special Art Basel Viewing

1 instance | Monday, November 30

Guests kick off Art Basel Miami Beach with a first look at "Between Tides," Public Art Fund's new exhibition in Collins Park, before the crowds arrive. Hosted by Public Art Fund, the experience starts with an insider tour led by curator Gabriela López Dena, featuring six artist-designed ping-pong tables reimagined as playable sculptures. The artists will share how the works came to life, then guests will get a chance to try out the six unique tables in a series of friendly matches. Afterward, guests can stay to cheer on curators, collectors, and cultural figures as they face off in the Paddle in the Park Classic, a public tournament marking the exhibition's opening.

Inside Art Basel: Exclusive Director's Preview

2 instances | Friday, December 4 and Sunday, December 6

Ahead of the fair's public opening, guests will join Art Basel Miami Beach Director Bridget Finn for a private tour of the fair. Finn will walk guests through standout booths, sharing the stories and techniques behind works that range from oil painting to cutting-edge digital art, along with the inside scoop on the galleries and vision that shaped this year's edition of the fair. The experience ends with a champagne toast at Ruinart Plaza as the doors open. Guests can then keep exploring at their own pace with an included one-day general admission pass.

Airbnb Luxe comes to the Collectors Lounge

Inside the fair, Airbnb Luxe is debuting a space in the Collectors Lounge, created by designer and Airbnb Luxe Host Athena Calderone. From December 2-6, VIP ticket holders can experience the elevated hospitality of Airbnb Luxe in a one-of-a-kind setting, with curated, interactive moments throughout.

Gen Z is driving demand for Art Basel Miami Beach

Searches for Miami stays during Art Basel weekend are up nearly 20 percent from last year, and Gen Z travelers account for almost half of them.² It's a sign that a new generation is planning trips around art, culture, and one-of-a-kind experiences. That demand also supports the local community. During Art Basel Miami Beach 2025, hosts on Airbnb welcomed guests from around the world, with the typical host earning around $900.³

Continuing the Artist Travel Grant Program

To champion the arts on a global scale, Airbnb is continuing its $1.2 million Artist Travel Grant Program, developed in collaboration with Art Basel and announced in September 2025. The program supports travel for emerging artists and galleries. Each Art Basel fair director nominates potential recipients, highlighting new exhibitors, ambitious practices, and pioneering voices that shape cultural discourse across the arts and beyond. This year alone, 200 exhibiting artists have each received a $2,000 Airbnb travel credit.

Discover Art Basel Miami Beach this December

For travelers heading to the fair, hosts on Airbnb provide opportunities for guests to experience authentic Miami, offering design-forward stays and experiences across the city: