Cologne Gay Bars
The gay life in Cologne is centred around two main areas of the city, Rudolfplatz and Heumarkt (or the Old Town.) Heumarkt has had gay venues for many years, and as such attracts a somewhat older crowd than in the area around Rudolfplatz. There are many gay bars and clubs to choose from, depending on your mood or tribe. If you're new to town or just visiting, a bar crawl across an evening or two is definitely a good way to start. Check out our listings below of all gay venues in Cologne, Germany and choose where you'll start!
Bar and Club Suggestions
Exile on Main Street
Young Crowd, Drag
Iron Cocktail Lounge
Young Crowd, Cocktails, Dancing
Rico
Food
Kattwinkel Bar & Cafe
Cocktails, Outdoor Seating
Barcelon Colonia
Cocktails, Outdoor Seating
Zur Kaiserin
Older Crowd, Cocktails, Drag
Excorner
Pub Vibes
Deck 5
Men Only, Cruising
Pullermanns
Men Only, Cruising
Casino-Eck
Drag
Nachteule
Young Crowd
Zum Pitter Cologne
Outdoor Seating, Drag
Baustelle 4U
Pub Vibes
Schampanja
Older Crowd, Pub Vibes
Gay friendly hotels in Cologne
Cologne is wonderfully compact, making it easy to combine sightseeing with the gay nightlife. Many LGBTQ+ venues are clustered around Rudolfplatz and the Belgian Quarter, with another group around Heumarkt in the Old Town, so staying centrally puts plenty within walking distance. You’ll also be well placed for Cologne Cathedral, the Rhine and the city’s shopping streets. GayMapper’s recommended gay-friendly hotels include central, good-value and luxury choices, whether nightlife, sightseeing or a bit of both is your priority.





































