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A cosy and friendly basement bar, popular with a mixed crowd, not far from the main gay area, across the road from Pick Up Bar. Occupying a corner unit, Extratour gay bar in Hamburg has plenty of stools around the bar for socialising, and cosy booths and tables if you're in a group. There's also a dartboard here and a slot machine if you're feeling lucky.

A stylish, cosy and quirky bar, specialising in delicious cocktails with an impressive gin menu and extensive wine list. Especially popular and busy at the weekends, there are occasional dance events here. Located near the main station, a bar has been on the site of M&V since 1953.

A curious mix of ice cream parlour and cocktail bar, Minus offers a pretty unique experience. Very gay friendly, playing mainly house and techno music. From Thursday to Sunday, the bar has no fixed closing time, so if you are heading there late, check before you go!

Probably the most popular gay dance bar in Hamburg, with DJ's playing every night from Wednesday to Saturday. WunderBar gets very busy on Saturdays, attracting crowds with a mix of chart pop, R&B and schlager sounds. Cosy, but smoky, and located near the Reeperbahn red-light district, this bar is popular with locals and tourists alike.

A bit of an institution in Hamburg, Contact Mens Bar, the gay living room is a basement cruising bar in the St Georg area of Hamburg. Known to be welcoming with good value drinks, this bar is popular with locals and visitors alike. Step away from the main bar, and you'll find a cruising room in the back with a dark maze, sling and ***s.

Well-established bar in the red light district that features drag shows, comedy and cabaret. The shows are in German, but even if you don't understand the language, you'll love the atmosphere! Namesake Olivia Jones is the resident drag queen, and provides a welcoming environment for all.