Alternative Transportation Options for Miami Art Week and Art Basel
Traffic in South Florida is only getting worse as thousands of people descend upon Miami Beach to attend Miami Art Week and Art Basel this week. Luckily, driving to the events isn’t the only option.
Water Taxi
The water taxi provides a connection between Miami and Miami Beach. It goes back and forth every 15 minutes between Maurice Gibb Memorial Park and Venetian Marina & Yacht Club. The service operates from 10 a.m. to midnight Wednesday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday. Best of all, it’s free!
Shuttle
To get to any of the art fairs and events, hop onto one of the dedicated shuttles. The shuttles have several stops throughout Miami Beach (refer to the map for more information). They run every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to midnight Wednesday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday. And, as with the water taxi, the shuttles are free.
Trolley
Park & Ride
Miami Beach is providing the shuttles and water taxi service to and from designated pick-up and drop-off locations in the immediate vicinity of various parking garages in Miami and Miami Beach.
Designated Shuttle Pickup and Drop-off Locations in Miami Beach:
- Royal Palm Ave. between 41 and 42 streets serving the 42 St. Garage (4049 Royal Palm Ave.)
- Convention Center Dr. between 17 and 18 streets serving the 17 St. Garage (640 17 St.), Pennsylvania Ave. Garage (1661 Pennsylvania Ave.) and Miami Beach City Hall Garage (1755 Meridian Ave.)
- Purdy Ave. and 18 St. serving the Sunset Harbour Garage (1900 Bay Rd.)
Designated Shuttle Pickup and Drop-off Location in Miami:
- NE 38 Street and NE 1 Ave. serving the City View Garage (25 NE 38 Street), Palm Court Garage (155 NE 38 St.) and Public Parking Lot (3630 NE 1 Ct.)
Designated Water Taxi Pickup and Drop-off Locations in Miami Beach/Miami:
- Miami Beach – Maurice Gibb Memorial Park (1790 Purdy Ave.) serving the Sunset Harbour Garage (1900 Bay Rd.)
- Miami – Venetian Marina & Yacht Club (1635 North Bayshore Dr.) serving the Omni Garage (453 NE 15 St.)
Conclusion
With these alternative transportation options, you can skip the hassle of driving and enjoy a more stress-free experience during Miami Art Week and Art Basel. Take advantage of the free water taxi and shuttle services and get to your destination in style.
FAQs
Q: Are the water taxi and shuttle services free?
A: Yes, both services are free.
Q: How often do the shuttles run?
A: The shuttles run every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to midnight Wednesday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.
Q: Where can I find the designated pickup and drop-off locations?
A: Refer to the map provided for the designated pickup and drop-off locations in Miami Beach and Miami.
Q: How do I know which water taxi stop to use?
A: Refer to the designated water taxi pickup and drop-off locations provided for guidance.
