Art Basel
4.5
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Since 1970, Art Basel's goal has been to connect the world's premier galleries and their patrons, as well serving as a meeting point for the international art world. Now, over forty years later, its three fairs - in Basel, Hong Kong and Miami Beach rank as the premier shows of their kind, presenting 20th and 21st century art with a strong curatorial perspective. In our American show, leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa show significant work from the masters of Modern and contemporary art, as well the new generation of emerging stars. Paintings, sculptures, installations, photographs, films, and editioned works of the highest quality are on display in the main exhibition hall. Ambitious large-scale artworks, films and performances become part of the city's outdoor landscape at nearby Collins Park and SoundScape Park.
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Sarina E
10 contributions
Dec 2021
12/4/2021
I never attended the Basel Art exhibition before. I decided to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Miami Convention Center by public transport. Yesterday, multiple times I tried to call to ask questions but no one picked up the phone even in Spanish language. Disaster! When by 6:00PM I was lucky to have someone answering the phone, I learned that only online sale tickets was possible. Then my nightmare started. I went online and found out multiple entrance locations were offered and very limited visit time frame left to choose from to. I never been before at that building and was not familiar with the building layoff. Do I work there?. Also, for senior discount, I had to attach my photo id and wait for confirmation for later to complete the transaction. Crazy. I visited thousands of museums in my entire life and never experienced such ordeal before and never encountered such aggravation. The Basel Art online site is not al all friendly. After entering all the necessary information, I received an email from the venue asking me to re order my ticket. Re-order again? Too much for such visit! I never received the email confirmation either online or later. It was a fiasco!
The purchase transaction is not completed instantly until the site does the authentic proof of the senior age. I was supposed to get an email which never arrived. The site wants to make sure that no one is paying less. What a strange and mediocre way to conduct business! No human cashier. Everything online with mediocre technology.
Immediately, I wrote my comments online and got an answer but no confirmation. The person who responded asked me to re order the ticket and but the visit time frame was much less than the first one. Consequently, I decided not to go, It was a waste of my time to think I could make it. Was easier to win the lottery.
I won’t recommend that art show unless you start booking earlier in the year. I am very disappointed and deceived to have lost the battle. Better to watch it on YouTube.
I never attended the Basel Art exhibition before. I decided to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Miami Convention Center by public transport. Yesterday, multiple times I tried to call to ask questions but no one picked up the phone even in Spanish language. Disaster! When by 6:00PM I was lucky to have someone answering the phone, I learned that only online sale tickets was possible. Then my nightmare started. I went online and found out multiple entrance locations were offered and very limited visit time frame left to choose from to. I never been before at that building and was not familiar with the building layoff. Do I work there?. Also, for senior discount, I had to attach my photo id and wait for confirmation for later to complete the transaction. Crazy. I visited thousands of museums in my entire life and never experienced such ordeal before and never encountered such aggravation. The Basel Art online site is not al all friendly. After entering all the necessary information, I received an email from the venue asking me to re order my ticket. Re-order again? Too much for such visit! I never received the email confirmation either online or later. It was a fiasco!
The purchase transaction is not completed instantly until the site does the authentic proof of the senior age. I was supposed to get an email which never arrived. The site wants to make sure that no one is paying less. What a strange and mediocre way to conduct business! No human cashier. Everything online with mediocre technology.
Immediately, I wrote my comments online and got an answer but no confirmation. The person who responded asked me to re order the ticket and but the visit time frame was much less than the first one. Consequently, I decided not to go, It was a waste of my time to think I could make it. Was easier to win the lottery.
I won’t recommend that art show unless you start booking earlier in the year. I am very disappointed and deceived to have lost the battle. Better to watch it on YouTube.
Written 6 December 2021
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975manrey975
Zurich, Switzerland231 contributions
Oct 2022
The times of the big parties at the big hotels such as the Delano, VIP Parties at Villa Versace and wild dance parties are over. Art Collectors do not come as they used to but stay closer to where they live. Ever since Sam Keller left the new management has tried successfully to kill the hype and install pure and hard business.
Written 13 October 2022
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RCrumb
Dundas, Canada262 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
90% of the art was sub par, the remaining 10% was impressive. Bought a two day pass to the convention centre, we covered a lot of ground on the first day i.e. saw the entire floor. Quite disappointed with the quality, or lack there of, of most of the artwork therefore did not go back on day two. We travel a lot to explore art around the world and were very disappointed. Just because it's called "art" and it's a Basel, doesn't mean it's quality art. Lots of side bar smaller venues that were quite interesting but not the Basel show, it's like they rushed to fill the convention centre floor with a bunch of low quality art.
Written 27 December 2023
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eventsbythirteen
New York City, NY365 contributions
Dec 2018
Art Basel- Miami was a force to be reckoned with!!! Now this venue , once the place for innovative, provacative art, socializing in this realm, has turned to a mad rush to see whatever you can, you meet no one, as that who is now in attendance, the parties, yawn! Where did it go wrong?!
Written 1 August 2019
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FoodBeforeLove
New York City, NY17 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
Art Basel is really dope if you're into it and plan to commit to all their events. I love art so paying attention to the exhibitions was really important for me to decide where and what I wanted to do. Price also matters but they do host a few free events as well.
The great thing is Miami is HOT around this time so everyone is hosting something especially unofficial events that are bomb and worth going to, too.
The great thing is Miami is HOT around this time so everyone is hosting something especially unofficial events that are bomb and worth going to, too.
Written 29 October 2018
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA17,731 contributions
Dec 2017
This is a very big deal for people with a lot of money to spend on modern art, also a place to be seen and to be fabulous. I am fabulous just the way I am. A big convention center.
Written 23 June 2018
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hellenicgr99
San Francisco, CA303 contributions
Dec 2016 • Solo
The art was intriguing, no doubt, but what struck me was the amount of gold diggers there wearing provocative outfits looking for someone to spend money on them. Visit and you will know what I mean.
Written 5 December 2016
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Michael M
Minneapolis, MN12 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
We like how many other shows have sprouted up around Basel. basel itself is amazing and we always take a guided tour to add to the experience.
Written 22 December 2013
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Brian D
Asheville, NC1,734 contributions
Dec 2020
Whether you are an art lover or just looking for some great events to go to Art Basel does not disappoint. We look forward to it every year.
Written 3 January 2021
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Bing
San Francisco, CA20 contributions
Dec 2019
I overloaded on art in and around the convention center. Lots of traffic around the area, too, which sucks! But once you get in, the art will calm you down.
Written 11 December 2019
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When do people arrive and leave Miami for the Basel events? Tuesday-Sunday?
Written 30 September 2018
Some people come in the day before to get settled and buy their ticket to the main show at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Also arrange private transfers from someone like me to Wynwood, Coral Gables, etc.
ADRIENNE CHIRON
TRAVEL TRACKERS INC.
Written 24 October 2018
Does anyone have advice about where to stay? How far in advance to book lodging? I've been to the fair a few times but would like to make a weekend of it and check out some of the other fairs, outside of Basel/Miami Beach. Open to Airbnbs, etc. Thanks!
Written 25 July 2018
Book now for hotels, tickets to Miami Beach Convention Center, and transfers to Wynwood, Coral Gables, etc.
adrienne chiron
travel trackers inc.
Written 24 October 2018
Hola, queria preguntar, si el Art Basel es solo en diciembre o si continua ahora? y cual es el valor si el mismo continua. Gracias
Written 9 February 2016
El art Basel es solo e diciembre y son solo 4 dÃas los primeros de diciembre .. Las entradas salÃan al rededor de 35/40 dólares en los lugares más públicos ... HabÃa también en hoteles de lujo que ahi no tengo idea el precio de la entrada .. Saludos
Written 11 February 2016
are there any new artists who have displayed their art in the lobbies of any South Beach Hotels during Art Basel? Is so, could you share your experiences?
Written 8 November 2015
Great question! try
they update shows going on all around this week
so many shows /Spectrum/Aqua/pluse
Hotel based art fairs in Miami Beach include Ink and Aqua Art Miami/Nada/fridge/ some in hotels or my favorite Art in public places Enjoy!
Written 10 November 2015
My husband and I are going to Art Basel for our first time in Miami. We are excited. Are we allowed to buy art as well? If we purchase the all weekend pass, is it the same place we can also buy art as well?
Thanks!
Written 19 September 2015
Hi - yes of course the galleries and shows are there to help you!
As I said there is various shows and it will be great fun!
Enjoy your visit... safe travels
Written 21 September 2015
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