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10 Places to listen to Live Jazz Music in Budapest

When touring Budapest, you can take a break from your explorations and enjoy some of the best jazz-playing spots the city has to offer. While listening to the live music you can enjoy overlooking the Danube River and the Castle of Buda with a glass of wine or drink in hand.

Hungary‘s capital has the best places to listen to Live Jazz Music. Jazz music relaxes the body and calms the mind creating a great atmosphere.  These spots in Budapest play the best live music by performing jazz bands combined with a cocktail bar and great food.

Tourists can explore the beginnings of jazz in Budapest along with other places to enjoy smooth sounds every night of the week. Here are the top 10 Places to listen to Live Jazz Music in Budapest.

1. IF Café

IF Café is a gem located in the heart of the city on a side street along with other cafes in Budapest. It is packed with local jazz enthusiasts who enjoy the food and drinks at the bar and café. It has a comprehensive menu that includes traditional Hungarian dishes.

The workers are friendly and they offer high standard services as their slogan goes, You will like IF, if you come in. The locals and tourists love the jazz music the place has to offer.

The most interesting part is that it offers the most chances for up-and-coming young artists to create a platform for new talented artists. The locals love the place and crowd the area for a nice relaxing evening.

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address: Budapest, Ráday u. 19, 1092 Hungary

open:Mon- wed;5pm-12am/tHUR-sun;12pm-12am

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2. Columbus Jazz Pub

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Columbus Jazz Pub is an amazing place where good food and live music are combined for a perfect evening. It is located near the Hungarian Parliament 70 meters from Intercontinental Hotel, with panoramic windows, the opposite is Buda Castle.

The interior is beautiful and has a relaxing ambience where you can enjoy light lunch or dinner as you watch the sunset. You can also enjoy great views of the Danube River and the Castle of Buda from the terrace. To make things better, they play great live music with concerts at the floating pub almost every evening.

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address:  Budapest, kikötÅ‘, Vigadó tér 4, 1051 Hungary

open:tue- thur;4-11pm/fri-sun;12-11pm

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3. Merry Ladó

Merry Ladó is one of the most popular restaurants located in Budapest, Dohány, known for traditional dishes such as beef stewed in red wine, roast beef, pork loin fried in panko seeds, and beef goulash soup.

The place features live jazz music that people can enjoy while selecting from a long list of local food and wine. On top of that, the service and quality of the food were excellent. The room is cosy and snug with soft lights for the most relaxing ambience.

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address: Budapest, Dohány u. 50, 1074 Hungary

open:tue-sat;4-11pm

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4. A38 Hajó

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The A38 ship is a local favourite and a concert venue attracting high-profile bands and DJs located on the Danube River in Budapest, Hungary. It is a multipurpose cultural hub on a reconstructed Ukrainian ship, for varied live music and restaurant.

It has three floors to choose from; the upper deck terrace for listening to the latest mellow sounds, the lower deck-level restaurant and the concert and dance hall below.

The music ranges from jazz to pop to rock which you can enjoy while enjoying the best views of the Danube. The place regularly hosts internationally renowned jazz artists and they post all their latest events and performances on their websites.

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practical information

address: Budapest, PetÅ‘fi híd, 1117 Hungary

open:sun 8am-10pm/ mon-sat8am-11pm

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5. Cotton club

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The club is Located just a 5-minute walk from Nyugati railway station combined with a cafe, hotel, restaurant, fitness centre and gallery. Its interior has an American-style decoration furnished with a cosy and intimate setting.

The club regularly hosts live jazz performances at the venue, accompanied by great food from the restaurant and cigars in the cigar room. Usually, a performance is done every night except on Sunday. The club has a very stylish interior where visitors can sip their drinks in a warm ambience.

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practical information

address: Budapest, Jókai u. 26, 1066 Hungary

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6.The Opus Jazz Club

The Opus Jazz Club is a modern restaurant with Good food and a great choice of music bands. It is located in Budapest; Mátyás u. 8, 1093 Hungary It is perfect for a romantic getaway or a holiday vacation with family.

 The venue is designed for concerts and offers Jazz with dining for a reasonable price in unique surroundings. Many upcoming jazz artists perform live music in the club giving them a platform to showcase their talent.

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address:  Budapest, Mátyás u. 8, 1093 Hungary

open:mon-tue 11am-4pm/ wed-fri 11am-11pm/ sat6- 11pm

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7.Budapest Jazz Club

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The Budapest Jazz club is known for hosting world-renowned acts at its elaborate and stylish location; Budapest, Hollán Ernő u. 7, 1136 Hungary. The club supports young talents and hosts professional events of local jazz.

The club has won multiple awards and is the longest-standing jazz club in Budapest. The guests enjoy Great food, lovely helpful staff and excellent music with a cosy bar outside the concert hall.

practical information

address:  Budapest, Hollán ErnÅ‘ u. 7, 1136 Hungary

open:sun-mon4pm-12am/ tue-thur 11.30am-1am/ fri-sat 11.30am-2am

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8. Lumen Kávézó

The Lumen Kávézó, also known as the Lumen café, is located in the dandy Palace District in Budapest. The café offers quick bites, drinks and regular live music. It has a patio where family or friends can just chill and enjoy good food, drinks and good music.

It offers tasty bites, from sandwiches and soups to luscious desserts accompanied by drinks like beer, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. The live jazz music is the highlight of the café as it attracts guests from outside the country and other locals.

practical information

address:  Budapest, Horánszky u. 5, 1085 Hungary

open:sun-sat10am-12am

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9. Café jedermann

Café jedermann is a Berlin-style café in the heart of Budapest with fantastic decor, ambience and café products, part of the building that houses the Goethe Institute. The café hosts informal jazz concerts.

Every Monday, at 8 pm, Kristóf Darvas plays the piano with amazing skills. You can enjoy the jazz music while enjoying the elegant, warm, great service and affordable meals. In the summer season, they have a little back garden open which attacks a lot of visitors.

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practical information

address:  Budapest, Ráday u. 58, 1092 Hungary

open:mon-fri-8am-12am/ sat 9am-1am/ sun 9am-12am

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10.Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace

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Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest is located in Széchenyi István tér 5-6, Budapest. There’s a lobby bar and a brasserie with live jazz, plus a day spa, a gym and an indoor pool. The Lobby bar serves the best Manhattan cocktail and tasteful piano jazz.

The hotel is within good airport proximity and shopping centres. If you wish to stay at the hotel you can make reservations on their website. It overlooks a park on the banks of the Danube River and it is a 4-minute walk from the Széchenyi Lánchíd Bridge.

practical information

address:  Budapest, Széchenyi István tér 5-6, 1051 Hungary

open:sun-sat10am-12am

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Anyone who enjoys jazz music can visit popular jazz spots anytime like the Budapest Jazz Club, Café Jedermann, and Music Pub Restaurant. They all have amazing live music with a wide range of good food, drinks and a calm atmosphere. The city has more in store for you besides jazz, and you can book these walking tours in Budapest with us for the adventure that awaits!