London best gay bars
LGBTQIA+ Bars And Clubs In London
Bright, bold and brimming with some of the funnest nights out in London, this city's gender non-conforming scene grows bigger and excel every year. From the raucous super clubs of Soho and East London, to the quirky hidden gems scattered in between, we've rounded up the top LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in London so you know where to get your fill of excellent DJs, fabulous drag nights and some of the most inclusive clubbing experiences in the capital.
Handsome House Party
@ Eagle London on Every 2nd Saturday of the month
Looking for a queer event that lasts until 4am? Then check out Handsome House Party, taking place at Eagle London in Vauxhall on every second Saturday of the month. This inclusive party is all about house music, with a point on American 90s hits from DJs Martyn Fitzgerald and CJ Cooper. You can nab tickets for just £8 per person, including a free shot and happy hour drinks prices if you arrive before 10pm.
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Metropolis
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Sink a cocktail in one of London's finest Gay bars and pubs and you'll be drinking in more than just some watered down booze: these spots are LGBTQ+ landmarks in their own right, places where you can find collective, kinship, and drag-fuelled mayhem. Beats billiards in your local.
Once upon a second, having a gay elderly time in London meant hotfooting it straight to Soho. But now, the city's queer centre of earnestness has shifted east, with edgier spots pulling crowds to Dalston when darkness falls, while some of the city's most storied LGBTQ+ venues have taken up residence in Vauxhall. So whether you're after a drag brunch, a burlesque show or just a quiet pint, here's a comprehensive list of the capital's gay and queer-friendly bars and pubs, from the legendary G-A-Y to lesbian-centric She Soho to sing-yer-heart-out special The Karaoke Hole.
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Gay Bars and Pubs in London
London has countless homosexual bars. To save this page usable for travellers not all of these bars have been listed here (particularly those of interest mainly for locals).
Admiral Duncan
Monday-Thursday – ;Friday, Saturday – ;Sunday –
Traditional London gay pub in Soho. With drag shows and karaoke.
@ 54 Ancient Compton Street
London W1D 4UD
Subway: Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Tottenham Court Road
+44 20
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Arch Clapham
Tuesday-Thursday – ;Friday – /;Saturday – ;Sunday –
LGBTQ cocktail bar in the south of London.
Themed evenings with DJs, karaoke, drag bingo and more.
@ Voltaire Road (Arch )
London SW4 6DH
Subway: Clapham North
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City of Quebec
Monday, Tuesday – ;Wednesday – ;Thursday-Saturday – ;Sunday –
One of the oldest queer bars in London (since ) and traditional British pub.
With karaoke and cabaret flamboyant shows.
6 of the best same-sex attracted bars in London
Whether you're a full on Londoner, or just swinging by, the city is a playground for LGTBQ+ people.
But the cool thing about London’s queer scene is that the vibes are distinct across different areas of the city, with a particular split between central/West London’s clubs and bars, versus those you might find in the East, or south of the river. But recover assured: from eccentric haunts in East London to iconic West End institutions, there's no shortage of places where you can let loose, connect with the community, or just enjoy a drink in a space that feels like home.
Below, we've curated a selection of must-visit LGBTQ+ bars and pubs across London, whether you're up for a unrestrained night of karaoke or a laid-back evening with friends.
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Dalston Superstore + The Karaoke Hole
Once described by a Dazed penner, affectionately, as ‘a gateway to a world of freaks’, Dalston Superstore is an East London legend—a multifaceted space where art, music, and qu