Best Bookstores and Libraries in Tel Aviv
Summary: Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in Tel Aviv? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in Tel Aviv.
Tzomet Sfarim
Tzomet Sfarim is a leading bookstore chain in Israel, offering a wide selection of books in Hebrew, English, and other languages, as well as hosting author events and book signings.
Website: www.steimatzky.co.il
Address: Dizengoff Center, Dizengoff St 50, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Steimatzky
Steimatzky, established in 1925, is one of the oldest and most famous bookstore chains in Israel, with a wide range of books and literary events.
Website: www.steimatzky.co.il
Address: 42 Shlomo Ibn Gabirol St, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Books & More
Books & More is a cozy independent bookstore that offers a curated selection of books in English, including second-hand books, and a friendly atmosphere for book lovers.
Address: 31 Ben Yehuda St, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Bookworm
Bookworm is a charming second-hand bookstore that specializes in English-language books, with a wide variety of genres and a knowledgeable staff.
Address: 44 Shlomo Ibn Gabirol St, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Sipur Pashut
Sipur Pashut is an independent bookstore that focuses on literature and the arts, hosting cultural events and offering a unique selection of books in Hebrew and other languages.
Website: www.sipurpashut.com
Address: 36 Shabazi St, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Bialik Library
Bialik Library is a historic public library named after the Hebrew poet Haim Nahman Bialik, offering a vast collection of books and a quiet space for reading and study.
Address: Bialik St 22, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Beit Ariela Public Library
Beit Ariela Public Library is one of the central libraries in Tel Aviv, featuring a large collection of books, periodicals, and digital media, as well as cultural events and exhibitions.
Website: www.tel-aviv.gov.il/libraries
Address: Shaul Hamelech Blvd 25, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Etzel Museum Library
The Etzel Museum Library is part of the Etzel Museum, focusing on the history of the Etzel (Irgun) organization, with a collection of historical documents, books, and photographs.
Address: 2 Rokach Blvd, Tel Aviv-Yafo
Yad Tabenkin Library
Yad Tabenkin Library is a research library specializing in the history of the Labor Movement, the Kibbutz Movement, and social issues, with a rich archive and scholarly resources.
Website: www.yadtabenkin.org.il
Address: Efal St, Ramat Efal, Tel Aviv-Yafo
The National Library of Israel
While not located in Tel Aviv, The National Library of Israel in Jerusalem is worth mentioning as it is the preeminent library in Israel, housing millions of books, rare manuscripts, and extensive digital collections.
Website: www.nli.org.il
Address: Edmond J. Safra Campus, Givat Ram, Jerusalem
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