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Helsinki Gay Bars

Helsinki has a fairly small gay scene, but one of the bigger Nordic gay venues with DTM. GayMapper has visited all the gay bars and clubs in Helsinki and found them all welcoming with their own charm and personalities.

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Bar and Club Suggestions

DTM Club

DTM Club

Dancing, Drag

At DTM you can be yourself and party like there's no tomorrow, where every colour of the rainbow is welcome. Dance until 5 in the morning Wednesday to Sunday. A top DJ every night - two on weekends and lots of special events - DTM claims to have the gayest party in Helsinki. Big gay clubs are getting harder to find these days and DTM fits the bill. Happy Hour on Fri & Sat until midnight and Wed, Thu & Sun all night long.
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Hercules Club

Hercules Club

Dancing

Hercules is a great choice for a fun night's dancing in Helsinki. With two dance floors playing different sounds and a large bar area, Hercules is definitely worth a look on your trip to Helsinki. A fun and friendly atmosphere in one of the Nordics largest gay venues. If you get there early, you can often find happy hour deals on drinks. Minimum age of 24 at weekends.
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Fairytale

Fairytale

Cosy

A small and cosy gay bar with popular happy hour specials. Friendly staff who will help you find your way about Helsinki. It's a pretty relaxed atmosphere here, but look out for events such as karaoke evenings and art exhibitions.
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Tours & Experiences in Helsinki

Helsinki is a lovely city to take at an unhurried pace. Visit Suomenlinna, wander around Market Square and Helsinki Cathedral, or cruise through the archipelago. It leaves plenty of time afterwards for a sauna, a drink and whatever the evening brings.

Gay friendly hotels in Helsinki

Helsinki’s LGBTQ+ nightlife is fairly compact, with many gay venues in and around the city centre and a more alternative scene towards Kallio. Staying centrally around Kamppi or the main shopping areas makes sightseeing easy and keeps much of the nightlife within walking distance, while Kallio offers a more neighbourhood feel. GayMapper’s recommended gay-friendly hotels range from good-value central stays to stylish waterfront and luxury options, giving you a convenient base for exploring one of Europe’s most relaxed and welcoming capitals.

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