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Bemelmans Bar
The Carlyle hotel's elegant piano bar, painted with whimsical murals by Madeline illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans, with nightly piano and late jazz.
Village Vanguard
A tiny, wedge-shaped basement jazz club on Seventh Avenue South that has hosted the music's greats at the same address since 1935.
At a glance
- Type
- Jazz club
- Area
- West Village, New York, United States
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- villagevanguard.com
Good to know
- Live jazz nightly
- Advance tickets online
Why we recommend it
The Village Vanguard has occupied its basement on Seventh Avenue South since 1935, and the narrow, triangular room with its red walls and photographs of past performers is one of the most revered venues in jazz. Many landmark live albums have been recorded here, and the club still books leading contemporary musicians alongside established names.
The room is small and the focus is entirely on the music, so expect close seating and quiet during sets. Tickets for each run of shows are sold online in advance, and popular weeks sell out, so book early. Arrive in good time before your set to get a better seat.
Village Vanguard FAQs
How long has the Village Vanguard been open?
It has been at 178 Seventh Avenue South since 1935.
How do you get tickets?
Tickets for each act are sold online through the club's website.