Live music from contemporary Israeli jazz to hip-hop, rock, and Asian Indie can be enjoyed at multiple venues in Tel Aviv whether you want to hear local musicians performing in an intimate setting or international bands on the big stage.
Here are the spots that made our list:
Barby: The set-up of this rock venue makes it an intimate one, but it’s not so small that it’ll cramp your style: one of Tel Aviv’s best-loved venues, it’s the ideal place to catch some of your favourite acts, as you can get near enough to see them up close without running the risk of getting trampled in the process.
Address: Qibbutz Galuyot Rd 52, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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* * *The Zone: Laid-back and unpretentious, The Zone offers low-slung, comfy armchair-style seating when there are quieter acts playing, but there’s room to move around, too. It’s a small venue, but locals love it for its fresh line-ups and the intimate, inclusive atmosphere.
Address: Ha-Rekhev St 13, Tel Aviv-Yafo, 67771
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* * *Reading 3: One of the larger venues in Tel Aviv, Reading 3 serves as an event space as well as a live music hall, with three stages and facilities to host any number of special occasions. It is certainly more luxurious than some of Tel Aviv’s more laid-back venues, and hosts numerous big-name acts throughout the year.
Address: HaTa’arucha St 3, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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* * *Leeba: This low-key space serves any number of important purposes throughout Tel Aviv’s creative communities, from musicians to workshop creators, and performance artists. A reasonably small area, Leeba has a very private-loft feel to it, and it’s a wonderful place to get connected to some of Tel Aviv’s local talent.
Address: Migdal St 1, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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* * *Bar Giyora: Laid out over two floors and a covered patio-and-garden area, Giyora is the spot to come for dancing, watching a sports game, and even just to shoot some pool. It regularly features local live music, which can attract quite the crowd and always makes for an atmosphere of energy and fun. It also functions as a full bar and restaurant.
Address: Shlomo Ibn Gabirol St 30, Tel Aviv-Yafo
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* * *Shablul Jazz: A cosy live jazz club that also serves great pizza. Shablul hosts some stellar jazz acts, in a speakeasy-style setting with an underground kind of vibe.
Address: Hangar 13, Namal Tel Aviv (1,948.10 mi) Tel Aviv
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* * *Beeit Haamudim: Another quality jazz venue in Tel Aviv, this club hosts regular local live acts as well as bigger international names. There’s music every night, as well as exceedingly good vegetarian food, all brought together in a beautifully renovated house. It’s all about the music here, and especially about a love of jazz.
Address: Rambam 14 Tel Aviv
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* * *The Israeli Opera: A stunning performance and exhibition space, featuring musicians and artists with acts that range from the international to the classical, to the traditional, and operatic. Even the exterior of the building is striking, while the interior halls offer high-quality acoustics and tiered seating. It’s advisable to book tickets ahead of time, especially for the larger international performances.
Address: 28 Leonardo da Vinci st.Tel Aviv 61332
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* * *BellBoy Bar: A prohibition-style bar for a unique speakeasy experience in Tel Aviv. BellBoy Bar offers delectable cocktails from an intimidatingly extensive menu, which are served by – very talented – bartenders in waistcoats. Well worth a visit if you’re looking for something a little different.
Address: Berdichevsky 14 Tel Aviv
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* * *Levontin7: Dedicated to Tel Aviv’s indie music scene, Levontin7 regularly features up-and-coming musicians as well as old favourites. Generally known as one of the city’s best rock clubs, the venue also features a great bar with affordable drinks and a laid-back, grungy vibe.
Address: 7 Levontin St. (at Barzilai St.)Tel Aviv 65111
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* * *The Suzanne Dellal Centre: Israeli’s prime hotspot for showcasing national and international dance, the Suzanne Dellal Centre is expanding into two, newly-renovated, 19th-century houses, and building an open-air performance venue with the capacity for 300 people. Book tickets in advance.
Address: 6 Yehieli St. Tel Aviv 65149
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* * *Bascula: A performance arts theatre, Bascula is a space for musicians, dancers, and acrobats alike. Featuring performances from big-name international bands like the Foo Fighters, acts from local circus groups, and DJ nights, this is a huge venue with great décor, great sound systems, and something cool to discover with every visit.
Address: Harakevet 72 Tel Aviv
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Tal Gur is a world traveler and personal development enthusiast. An adventurer at heart, after trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, Tal spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey continues as a location-independent blogger, lifestyle entrepreneur, and coach. Tal’s published two books: One Year to Freedom, a 1-Year Roadmap to Living Life on Your Own Terms; and, his most recent book and bestseller, The Art of Fully Living – 1 Man, 10 Years, 100 Life Goals Around the World.
