48 Hours of Luxury in Miami: Pursuitist Passport

Grab your Pursuitist Passport and jetset to Miami for 48 hours of luxury, exploring the very best this Magic City has to offer.

Curated by renowned luxury travel journalist Christopher Parr, this Pursuitist itinerary is your insider key to Miami’s most glamorous escapes. Uniting art deco heritage, Michelin-starred dining, and the exclusive buzz of events like Art Basel and the Formula 1 Grand Prix, Miami’s vibrant energy sets the stage for a blissful 48-hour journey. From VIP art tours to private yacht charters on turquoise waters, discover a weekend rich in style, culture, and indulgence—an unforgettable portrait of the Magic City at its shining best.

Day 1

Morning: Arrivals & Arts

• Arrive and Stay in Style. After touching down at Miami International, you’ll be whisked away by a chauffeured service—Rolls-Royce, Range Rover, or Bentley, according to your whim—to your Miami luxury hotel of choice. For soaring Art Deco glamour, consider the Faena Hotel Miami Beach, with its Damien Hirst installations and theatrical flair. At The Setai, Asian-inspired elegance meets classic South Beach architecture, enveloping you in a serene, Zen-like atmosphere. For an exclusive waterside retreat, The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour delivers sweeping oceanfront views from refined suites and private cabanas. Meanwhile, the Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club stands as a modern icon of timeless sophistication, reviving 1930s Surfside charm with impeccable service and Michelin-starred dining by Chef Thomas Keller.

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• From any of these sumptuous launching pads, dive into Miami’s creative side with a private tour at the Pérez Art Museum Miami—designed by Herzog & de Meuron. You’ll catch a glimpse of contemporary and modern art against the mesmerizing backdrop of Biscayne Bay. This carefully guided experience highlights the city’s international flair, setting the tone for a weekend that balances high culture with unrivaled tropical style.
  • Pursuitist Preferred (Morning Arts)
    • Private Museum Tour at PAMM – Enjoy after-hours access with a curator. This ensures you get the highlights of the museum in blissful solitude, an ideal way to start exploring Miami’s art scene.
    • Design District VIP Art Walk – If you’re eager for more cultural immersion, head north to the Miami Design District. Stroll past avant-garde installations, browse chic galleries, and soak up the district’s blend of fashion and art.

Noon: Culinary & Shopping Delights

• Lunch at a Local Icon. A Miami classic is Joe’s Stone Crab (best during stone crab season, from October to May). Savor sweet Florida crab claws and sides like hashed browns and key lime pie in a buzzing atmosphere that’s truly emblematic of the city’s heritage. If you’re looking for something more contemporary, consider a Michelin-starred brunch at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon—yes, they do a refined midday meal that showcases artistic French gastronomy.
• High-End Retail Therapy. After lunch, take advantage of Miami’s legendary shopping scene. Bal Harbour Shops—a serene, open-air luxury mall—presents a lineup of flagship boutiques such as Chanel, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels, all under swaying palms. Or pivot to the Miami Design District for a more modern twist: it fuses art, architecture, and top-tier fashion houses like Louis Vuitton and Dior.
  • Pursuitist Preferred (Shopping)
    • Bal Harbour Personal Shopping – Book a private appointment at the mall’s Access Suite, sip champagne, and let expert stylists curate looks from multiple boutiques.
    • The Webster – For fashion-forward finds, pop into this multi-brand boutique on Collins Avenue. Housed in a pastel Art Deco building, it’s 20,000 square feet of meticulously edited style.

Evening: Sunset Glam & Nightlife

• Cocktails Above the City. Begin the evening at Sugar, the 40th-floor rooftop bar atop EAST Miami in Brickell. Surrounded by lush greenery and a breezy tropical vibe, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the cityscape and Biscayne Bay. Order a refreshing lychee-infused cocktail as sunset lights up the skyline.
• Fine Dining & Late-Night Dancing. Reserve a table at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon (for a two-Michelin-star experience) or opt for Carbone in South Beach, a buzzy spot beloved by celebrities and pro athletes. If you’re craving classic continental glamour, The Surf Club Restaurant by Thomas Keller serves up 1950s elegance with dishes like lobster thermidor and oysters Rockefeller.
  • Pursuitist Preferred (Dinner & Nightlife)
    • L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon – Bask in haute-cuisine theater at Miami’s only two-star Michelin restaurant. Each course is a masterpiece, presented in a sleek, contemporary setting.
    • VIP Table at LIV Nightclub – Post-dinner, experience the city’s premier club at the Fontainebleau. Reserve a skybox or VIP table for bottle service, top DJs, and A-list people-watching.
    • Faena Theater Jazz Series – For a sophisticated twist, consider attending a live jazz performance at the Faena’s gilded theater, capturing the spirit of 1920s cabaret.

Day 2

Morning: Sports & Leisure

• Tee Time or High-Speed Thrills. Rise and shine for a day of active luxury. If you’re a golf enthusiast, head to the iconic Blue Monster at Doral or the historic Biltmore Golf Club for a morning round. Immaculate greens, palm-lined fairways, and a refreshing South Florida breeze set the scene for a refined sporting experience.
• Formula 1 Paddock Club. If you’re visiting during spring’s Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, opt for the ultimate VIP package at the Paddock Club. From a climate-controlled suite over pit lane, sip champagne while cars roar by at 200+ mph, an adrenaline rush matched only by the five-star hospitality.
  • Pursuitist Preferred (Morning Sports)
    • Golf at Turnberry or Biltmore – Championship courses, private club ambiance, and post-game cocktails at the clubhouse.
    • F1 Paddock Club Access – The pinnacle of motorsport luxury. Pit lane walks, meet-and-greets, gourmet dining—no better way to catch the Grand Prix action.

Noon: Ocean Vistas & Leisurely Lunch

• Yacht Charter on Biscayne Bay. Trade fairways or racetracks for the turquoise waters of South Florida. Charter a private yacht—75 feet or more, depending on your taste—and cruise by Millionaire’s Row, dropping anchor at a hidden sandbar for an alfresco lunch. Many charters come with a full crew, jet skis, and even a private chef to keep rosé and culinary treats flowing.
• Wynwood Art & Lunch Stop. If you prefer a land-based midday adventure, explore the vibrant Wynwood district. Admire massive street murals, pop into edgy galleries, and browse indie boutiques filled with local designers’ creations. Refuel at a hip eatery in the area or circle back to South Beach for a chic lunch at Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann, where Argentine open-fire cooking imbues steak and seafood with smoky, succulent flavor.
  • Pursuitist Preferred (Midday Leisure)
    • Yacht Charter in Biscayne Bay – Glide through Miami’s sparkling waters with a captain and crew. Jet skis, a jacuzzi on deck, and a gourmet lunch create a James Bond–worthy excursion.
    • Wynwood Walls Exclusive Tour – Grab a golf cart and venture off the main drag, cocktails in hand, for a behind-the-scenes look at mural artists and studios.

Evening: Culinary Crescendo & After-Hours Glam

• Elevated Dining Experiences. Top off the trip with another standout dinner. Book a table at Ariete in Coconut Grove, where Miami-born chef Michael Beltrán merges Cuban heritage with fine-dining finesse. The pressed duck has become a local legend, delivering flavors that capture Miami’s multicultural heartbeat.
• Late-Night Miami. Savor your final hours in the city’s electric nightlife. For high-energy revelry, head downtown to E11EVEN, the famed 24/7 ultraclub known for aerial acrobats and endless music. Or settle into a stylish jazz lounge in Little Havana for a more intimate close to your evening.
  • Pursuitist Preferred (Evening Delights)
    • Ariete – Chef Michael Beltrán’s one-Michelin-star spot wows with Cuban-American creations and a refined ambiance.
    • Carbone – If you didn’t get in on Day 1, secure the hardest-to-get reservation in town for spicy rigatoni and vintage glamour.
    • E11EVEN Miami – A round-the-clock spectacle that fuses nightclub energy and cabaret flair, ensuring your Miami fling ends in style.

Transportation & Services

Throughout these 48 hours, a dedicated concierge service ensures no detail goes amiss—be it securing last-minute Heat playoff tickets or scheduling a private helicopter tour at sunset. Luxury rides like a Bentley Mulsanne or Mercedes Sprinter remain on standby for beach-hopping or late-night parties. A quick helicopter flight over South Beach, complete with champagne, gives you a breathtaking perspective of the sprawling skyline and shimmering Atlantic. With the right VIP management team, you can pivot from a golf course to a yacht deck to a nightclub booth, all without lifting a finger.

Pursuitist Preferred (Transport & Service)

• Chauffeured Rolls-Royce Transfer – Begin your stay by bypassing the taxi queue in style.
• Helicopter Tour – Toast the sunset from thousands of feet above Miami’s neon-lit coast.
• Dedicated Luxury Concierge – From impossible dinner reservations to private Everglades excursions, a skilled concierge handles it all.

Farewell, Magic City

In two perfectly packed days, Miami delivers a year’s worth of luxury experiences. From morning golf sessions to midnight dancing, the city is a place where art, sports, nightlife, shopping, and dining collide to create a whirl of stylish fun. Whether you’re being whisked around in a chauffeured Rolls-Royce, sampling Michelin-starred cuisine, or toasting under the stars on a yacht, Miami’s synergy of indulgence and whimsy leaves travelers spellbound. Depart this tropical paradise with shopping bags a little heavier and memories infinitely richer—knowing you’ve uncovered the Pursuitist Passport essence of the Magic City: 48 hours of pure, unfiltered luxury.