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Miami Gay Bars

Some of the best parties in the city take place on the iconic Miami Beach, where a huge local LGBTQ+ community welcomes queer visitors, and you can party with crowds of barely dressed people. That being said, if traditional pubs and clubs are more your thing, there are plenty of places in the city to hang out and relax. Centred in South Beach, you'll find everything from pool parties and classy cocktails to underground drag shows and a historic club scene.

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Bar and Club Suggestions

Gramps

Gramps

Gay Friendly, Cocktails, Outdoor Seating

Gramps is a bar and pizza restaurant that embodies the spirit of Miami. Apart from the delicious food (especially legendary New York style pizza), Gramps is popular with LGBTQ+ travellers thanks to its great range of cocktails and fully stocked liquor store. Weekly karaoke nights give you the opportunity to just let your hair down and experience a true Miami night out, or sit back and watch on the patio. Other events range from drag shows to stand-up comedy.
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Bar Gaythering

Bar Gaythering

Bear, Cocktails

The bar in Hotel Gaythering, the self-confessed gayest hotel in Miami Beach, is the best place in town to go for a more stylish night of cocktails. There's something going on pretty much every night of the week, from bingo and karaoke to Bears and hares Fridays, and there are regular happy hours and drinks specials too. The bar serves craft cocktails and beers in an upscale space but at prices you'd expect from your neighbourhood pub.
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Palace

Palace

Drag, Dancing

Palace is the first and only LGBTQ+ bar and restaurant on Ocean Drive, in the heart of South Beach's Art Deco district. It's just across from "the gay beach" so, as night falls, the party moves inside to the dance floors of Palace. A host of talented drag queens keep the party going 7 nights a week, so kick back, relax, and enjoy a super camp show.
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Azucar NightClub

Azucar NightClub

Drag, Dancing

The hub for LGBTQ+ Latin nightlife is Azucar, a place full of energy and great music. The nightclub describes itself as the hottest place to party, a favourite hangout spot for the local Latin community as well as travellers looking to experience a different side of the gay scene. There's an event hosted here most nights, including favourites like karaoke, cabaret, and drag wars. Hot dancers and music from DJs keep the party going.
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Twist

Twist

Dancing

Founded in 1993, Twist is a must-visit destination in South Beach. It describes itself as the hottest and longest running gay club in Miami, bringing people together for a party on three huge dance floors across two levels in the heart of the gay scene. There's never a cover so you can visit at any time to meet the friendliest bartenders, most talented DJs, and the hottest dancers in the city.
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On the Rocks Bar

On the Rocks Bar

Cocktails, Sports, Karaoke

Inside this dark and dingey bar you'll find a charming and truly Miami atmosphere. A quirky collection of lights and decorations hangs behind the bar, and the whole space is completed with wall art and statement pieces. It's designed to be homely, serving traditional beers as well as your favourite cocktails and classic American bar food. Drinks are affordable, there's always a game on the TV, and karaoke and bar games are not to be missed.
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Basement Miami

Basement Miami

Gay Friendly, Dancing

Basement is a cutting-edge venue and a hub for the LGBTQ+ community and its allies alike. As well as the usual drag queens, DJs, and lively dance floor, right next door to the club is a four-lane bowling alley complete with huge LED screen displays plus a state-of-the-art sound and light system. Basement also boasts a full-size ice rink where you can skate along to amazing light shows, a totally reimagined and uniquely modern clubbing experience.
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Tours & Experiences in Miami

Miami is not a city that believes in being understated. Explore the Art Deco streets of South Beach, eat your way through Little Havana or cruise Biscayne Bay, then freshen up and head back out — because Miami after dark is very much part of the experience.

Gay friendly hotels in Miami

For most LGBTQ+ holidaymakers, South Beach is the natural place to stay in Miami. You’ll be close to the beach, Ocean Drive, restaurants and much of the gay nightlife, with the popular gay beach nearby too. Brickell and Downtown offer a more urban Miami experience with excellent hotels but put you further from the South Beach scene. GayMapper’s recommended gay-friendly hotels range from stylish Art Deco stays to rooftop-pool luxury, helping you choose between being close to the beach action or enjoying the city from a little distance.

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