Amsterdam gay zone
Amsterdam’s queer scene rivals that of the greats; up there with Berlin, Madrid, Brighton and more. And we’re not just talking about Reguliersdwarsstraat (Amsterdam’s known Gay Street) – the LGBTQ+ party scene here stretches across the city.
From the city’s epic first gay club Cafe ‘t Mandje to tiny performative bars with karaoke, Amsterdam has it all. Just don’t be surprised to see some open-minded straight people frequent these joints – these are some of the leading clubs in a city famous for its nightlife, after all. Everyone is welcome. So whatever your vibe, here are the leading gay bars and clubs in Amsterdam.
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Derek Roberston is a writer based in Amsterdam. At Moment Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers. Find more in our editorial guidelines.
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drake’s cruising club
Welcome to drake’s Cruising – Amsterdam’s award-winning playground.
A bold, no-judgment zone for gay, bi, and curious men looking for real connections – the kind that don’t desire small talk or endless swiping.
Our space is built for action:
A large, well-designed cruising area, nightclub vibes, and a crowd that’s as diverse as it is adventurous – locals, travelers, and everyone in between. Whether you’re here to explore or you know exactly what you want, Drake’s is the place to do it.
Free lockers and Wi-Fi included.
What you see is what you get — or not. No pressure. No pretense. Just real men, concrete moments, right here, right now.
admission: €13 day ticket | visitors under 26 years old: €5 morning ticket
to enter: show up at the counter on the ground floor and ask for the cinema
minimum age: 18 years
location: damrak 61 – first floor | lm amsterdam
opening times:
MONDAY – SUNDAY –
24TH OF DECEMBER OPEN –
31ST OF DECEMBER Start –
1ST OF JANUARY OPEN –
tuesday promotion
every tuesday it’s grind
Gay Amsterdam Guide
Gay Amsterdam move guide: where to travel, dance, drink and shop
Amsterdam, the city of canals, is not only celebrated for its stunning architecture and cultural heritage but also for its thriving gay scene. The urban area offers a safe and accepting environment for the LGBTQ+ community, making it a popular destination for gay travelers. From mythical bars and clubs to exciting events, this Queer Amsterdam Guide is here to help you identify the best that the city has to offer.
Our Gay Guide to Amsterdam shows you how to plan an unforgettable trip &#;
with tips on the gay scene, the top bars, parties, events, and more.
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The capital of the Netherlands has been a bastion of LGBT+ culture for centuries and has seen its collective survive and thrive despite political and social adversity. Today, Amsterdam is residence to some of the best gay clubs, bars and hotels in the world, offering gay travelers a truly unique and exciting visit. The Netherlands is of course the first country in the world to introduce marriage equality, gay people living in and visiting the
Gay Capital of Europe
Throughout the entire center of Amsterdam you will find gay businesses and institutions. Gay and transgender visitors carry out not have to look for hotels marked with pink or rainbow flags. All hotels, restaurants and bars are very open-minded. The genuine tolerance for homosexuals can be noticed all over the city.
Whether you want to dance with the beautiful people around you, plan to slurp cocktails all night in a terrific bar, or want to spent a night in a bar with friends: the homosexual and lesbian scene of Amsterdam is unprecedented.
Everywhere there's something to see and do in Amsterdam, but most of the queer cafes, bars and stores are in the center of the city, in four popular districts: Amstel, Kerkstraat, Reguliersdwarsstraat, Zeedijk and Warmoesstraat.
Amstel
The gay and sapphic scene around the Amstel (including Rembrandtplein and Halvemaansteeg) has a more traditional character. In the Amstel area (between Muntplein and Amstelstraat) you can find tons of 'brown cafes' that save the traditional Dutch music tradition high, including po