Gay Barcelona

Barcelona's open and liberal attitude unsurprisingly attracts LGBTQ+ travellers from all over the world to this part of northeast Spain. Alongside this generally inclusive culture and a long list of sights to see, from beaches to art and architecture, Barcelona also has a thriving gay scene with plenty to do. At its heart is Eixample, also known as Gayxample or Geixample, where you'll find most of the gay bars, clubs, and cafes. Together with the Gracia district, Eixample provides a safe yet lively space to explore the gay side of Barcelona, whether that's cute independent shops or adult clubs.

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Barcelona Gay Bars

GayMapper brings you information about gay bars and cruising bars in the city. Here are the top choices, read more about these bars or click below to see listings of all gay venues in this city.

Berlin Dark

Men Only, Fetish, Cruising

Berlin Dark is a fetish and cruise club for men only, but every Wednesday they open their doors to everyone. All other nights you'll find yourself part of a crowd of super masculine guys. Be prepared to adhere to a strict dress code, leave any attitude at the door, and experience all sorts of themed events. Explore wherever your imagination can go.

Boyberry

Men Only, Cruising

Boyberry is one of the more laid-back men-only cruising clubs in Barcelona, where you can go for some casual cruising and a few drinks. There are lots of different play areas to explore, plenty of cabins, and adult videos playing around the venue. Boyberry even has an on-site adult shop, so it's well worth a visit no matter the time of day.

El Cangrejo Eixample

Dancing

El Cangrejo is a small but classic late night gay bar with a brilliant energy, the best place to dance to a mix of old and new Spanish music too. Everybody loves to sing along, creating a really fun and welcoming atmosphere where everyone can drink together. Entrance is free and you can stay to party till the early hours with a truly mixed crowd of all ages and genders.

Priscilla Cafe

Drag, Food

Pricilla is located in the heart of Eixample, offering all your favourite things about a Barcelona gay night out all in one place. There's plenty to eat, delicious drinks to sample, and spectacular drag shows to watch. For a more relaxed experience, grab a coffee and just sit back and enjoy the music. As the name suggests, Priscilla Cafe is designed to make you feel like the Queen of the Desert, with unique decoration and a fabulous fun atmosphere.

BOYSBAR BCN

Cocktails, Dancing

Located in the heart of Eixample, Boys Bar has a lot to offer packed into a relatively small space. There's good music to dance to and different themed parties every night to keep things interesting. Delicious cocktails and go-go dancers keep the atmosphere loud and lively, the perfect hangout spot for mixed crowd of Barcelona's most attractive guys.

Candy Darling

Drag, Food

Candy Darling has its roots in queer activism and strives to include all identities. There's something for everyone to enjoy here and a lovely welcoming atmosphere. Sit back and watch shows each night, from drag to circus and burlesque. There's also a mini disco room and all sorts of queer art adorning the walls. To go with your drinks, be sure to try a Bikini Darling, the local name for a ham and cheese toastie that's a speciality here.

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Gay friendly hotels in Barcelona

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4* TWO Hotel Barcelona by Axel

Offering a heated rooftop pool with a large sun terrace, the 4* superior TWO Hotel Barcelona by Axel is located in the heart of the gay district of Barcelona, 2 km from Barceloneta Beach. The hetero-friendly hotel offers a hot tub and on-site private parking. There is also a 24-hour reception and guests can get information on the gay scene and the city at the on-site tour desk. On the rooftop guests will also find the Sky bar, gym, steam bath and a massage room. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and a minibar. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. A safety deposit box and a universal phone charger are also provided. Guests can sample a drink at the rooftop bar, whilst taking in stunning city views or enjoy the delicious cocktails served in the Lounge Bar. A buffet breakfast is available and free high-speed WiFi access is provided throughout. Staff can give information about the surrounding area, which is known as "Gayxample" because of its lively gay nightlife. The hotel is 2 minutes' walk from Rocafort Metro Station and Placa d'Espanya, with direct buses to Barcelona Airport, is a 10-minute walk away. ParalÂ·lel, with bars, restaurants, clubs and theatres is 1.3 km from TWO Hotel Barcelona by Axel.

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4* Axel Hotel Barcelona

The area around the adult only Hotel Axel Barcelona is known as the Geixample because of its lively gay scene. The staff has knowledge of the local gay scene, and the hotel is hetero-friendly too. Offering free Wi-Fi throughout, this design hotel is close to Passeig de Gracia's exclusive boutiques. The Axel Hotel's 500mÂ² Spa Centre includes a hydromassage pool and saunas, and the modern rooms have flat-screen satellite TVs. The Axel's Sky Bar features a large swimming pool, a terrace with a hot tub and a cocktail bar. Here you will find parties, art exhibitions and shows. The Axel Hotel Barcelona & Urban Spa offers easy access to the Ramblas, the Picasso Museum and Gothic Quarter. The hotel occupies an attractive 19th-century building.

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Tours & Experiences in Barcelona

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