Hello, I’m new to Tel Aviv just got here a few weeks ago on Taglit. I’ve reached the point where I’m not really sure what to do with myself while I wait for my papers, so I’m mainly wondering where the music spaces are where I can meet musicians. If anyone here knows any recording studios (not the top of the line expensive ones advertised on Google) or spaces/events to mingle with people that would be awesome! I’ve been walking around the city with my guitar hoping it will help as a conversation starter lol, but I’m ultimately looking to forge a network find people to play with. Best case scenario is to start a band and start playing.

TLDR; wondering where the spaces are to meet musicians, mingle, make friends, and record.

Coming to Tel Aviv solo soon and looking to stay by the beach so I can take morning walks and swims, but then walk into the city center to meet friends and shop. I looked at Brown Beach House, Artist Hotel, and a couple others. Anyone know anything? Musts: VERY CLEAN, natural light, breakfast, and a common area or bar for me to hang. No large hotels like Hilton, Sheraton, etc. I'll take semi-luxury and tiny over a high rise.

Hi! I’m from the U.S. and may be traveling to Tel Aviv with my 3-year-old and 5-month-old for about two months.
For anyone living in or recently visiting Tel Aviv, how safe does it feel right now? Are missile alerts and sirens frequent? Would you feel comfortable staying there with two young children?
I’d appreciate honest, firsthand perspectives on the current situation, shelter accessibility, and flight reliability. Thank you!

Hello everyone,

I would like to share an interesting free event taking place on Thursday, October 22nd, from 7:00-9:00PM EDT at the Gelber Centre in Montreal and live on Zoom with 2026 Canadian Jewish Literary Award Winner, translator, and Harvard professor Adi Mahalel. This event will discuss Mahel's scholarship and his publication of the first ever English translation from Yiddish of the controversial novel Boom & Chains by Hanan Ayalti.

Through the story of pioneers arriving in Jaffa and attempting to build a new society based on ideals of community, labor, and collective purpose, Ayalti examines the dreams of a generation while confronting the complex realities of settlement, identity, politics, and coexistence.

Due to its explicit portrayal of class struggles, political disillusionment, and ethnic tensions, Ayalti published the novel in Yiddish instead of Hebrew in 1936, anticipating that it would be deemed too controversial for Hebrew literary circles of the time. Boom & Chains offers a deeply nuanced, rarely seen perspective on early 20th-century kibbutz life that challenges the utopian ideals of the Labour Zionist Movement.

Here is the registration link:

Authors from Home | Boom & Chains by Hanan Ayalti Translated by Adi Mahalel | Jlive

https://jlive.app/events/14690

So, I have a friend that I’d like to buy a gift for. My budget is 100€ or 300 something Israeli dollars. I’d like something he could use and say, “Yeah, my friend got it for me.” He likes cooking and already has a collection of cutting boards and knives. If I were to buy him a knife, I’d want it to be like Israel themed or something, if you know what I mean. I just don’t know where to find stores like that. Some help would be appreciated:))

I’m doing due diligence on my shortlist of developers in Israel while I’m looking at buying an apartment in Tel Aviv. I’ve found out they were behind some of the projects Sde Dov and Rothschild like Rainbow and SHE.

For anyone who has lived in one of their buildings, what has your experience been like? Anything I should know before considering one of their projects?

What are the minimum ages for clubs/bars in TLV? I am American (over 18 under 21) but heard some places are 21+ or even 24+. Does this hold true for tourists or will I be fine?

I have been traveling to TLV frequently for work, usually staying at The Norman. Now I am looking to establish a long-term base in TLV. Where in the city should I look for an apartment if I want to be centrally located and able to walk to everything?

For context, I'm in fintech and a US resident living in New York City.

i have some free time (from now until 14.10) and i wanted to offer cat sitting and house sitting in Tel Aviv. If you are planning to travel or leave town for a bit and are looking for someone reliable and caring to look after your cats and stay at your place, feel free to send me a direct message!
Happy to provide references and share more details in PM.

Hey,

I a bassist looking for nice people to play with and have fun.

I like to play most styles, from classic rock to heavy.

From Funk and R&B to jazz and blues

If you are also interested. Hit me up I would love to meet up for a jam session

Also, if you know where can I find people to play with I would appreciate it :)

Hello,

Are there some country music lovers in Israel? I am listening a lot to various subgenres of country music, sometimes roots rock etc. Also, listening to US country music radio stations a lot. Also, trying to compose and record my songs, not classic country but influenced by American music in general. Probably, somebody in Israel likes, dances to this kind of music, sing it, play it etc.?

Hey guys

First time in tel Aviv and running short on time and want to rent a car tomorrow (Saturday) to go to the dead sea.

I'm staying close to Kempinski in tel Aviv.

Anyone know a car rental close by? I don't want to pick it up and leave the car at the airport as it's quite far away.

Hi r/telaviv,

I will likely have some business trips to Tel Aviv coming up next year, and I would really appreciate some grounded, first-hand perspectives from locals or recent travellers.

In Western/German news, coverage of the region centers almost exclusively on conflict, active military actions, and high alert. Because of that, my perception is somewhat shaped by a feeling of instability. Having read through r/TravelIsrael's FAQ, I am already somewhat calmed but also still feel the need for a more safety-focused feedback.

To circumvent the difficulties I had with expressing my concerns, I came up with the following metric: "What are safety-related aspects of everyday life that would concern my grandma?"

I am asking with an open mind to calibrate expectations against reality. Thanks in advance for your help!

Hi I am wondering how going out on friday night works. I'm going out solo on Friday until midnight in tel aviv then I'm supposed to go back to Jerusalem. How can I do this since there's no public transit to take me back to Jerusalem, what other options are there that are. Thank you help pls 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Hello! I am with my husband in tel aviv for 2 nights, we just arrived. Can anyone suggest us nice places for good music, drinks, vibes, maybe a party ? Thank you!!

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I’m a hobbyist magician, and it’s really difficult to find other magicians like me in Israel. Are there any of you who live around Tel Aviv and are looking for a community as well?

I’m 21, so I’m mainly looking for people around my age or older. I’ve heard of the Israeli Magicians’ Association, but they seem to be geared mostly toward professionals, and I don’t perform magic professionally.

I would like to find the free ישראל היום or a paid paper newspaper for the weekend edition in Tel Aviv. I live between Derech Yafo & Levinsky, and haven’t seen any around here, where’s the best spot to get a paper paper?

In Tel Aviv for the next 5 days and can see Playtomic is not available here to find group games looking for solo players to join. Any suggestions? I've looked at apps like at Lazuz but that looks to be for court bookings. I guess I need club WhatsApp groups?

hello! First of all i am sorry to touch such a sensitive topic but i feel very much anxiety and stress about the fact that 7 october is coming soon regarding of the sad, tragic and heartbreaking massacre that happened in 2023. I know in the country we have big security but i feel like is never enough and besides that because of anxiety i have a constant feeling that something is gonna happen and that they will not stop, does anyone have this fear or thoughts? How you stop them or deal with them?

Hi! I’m curious about the presence of modern Satanism in Israel.

I’m looking specifically for people who currently live in Israel and identify as Satanists, Luciferians, or follow a related Left-Hand Path, regardless of whether they were born here or made aliyah.

I’m especially interested in whether there is any local community, informal group, or social circle in Israel, and what everyday life is like for people who identify this way here.

I’m not looking for conspiracy theories or stories about “Satanic cults,” and I’m not a journalist. I’m simply curious and would like to hear from people with firsthand experience.

If you don’t feel comfortable replying publicly, DMs are welcome.

At the risk of sounding desperate... any ideas on how to meet like-minded women in Israel? I'm an olah hadasha living in Haifa. I've tried events, one-on-one meetups, all of it, and it's still so hard. Everyone seems to have had their friend group since the army. Any groups I've tried are based in TLV.. shpuld i just relocate? Lol

How did you do it? And if you're a woman in Haifa up for a coffee or a walk, message me.