Barbanarama

A favourite cruising spot in Madrid, Boyberry is the place to go for cheap drinks and a super friendly but hot atmosphere. It offers something different to classic dark cruising spaces, bringing a refreshingly modern twist to the scene. Boyberry offers the usual favourites such as peep holes, cabins, and darkroom but alongside these you can find an adult shop and full bar with friendly staff.

Step Madrid (formerly known as The Paso) is an institution on the Chueca gay scene, having been catering to the bear community for years. It's busy all week but particularly at weekends, when a fun and friendly crowd flocks to the bar and music videos are playing on large screens. There's no attitude here so everyone can feel comfortable, including in the small dark room in the back of the bar.

Black & White has been a popular Chueca nightclub since the 80s, earning itself a reputation as the perfect place to meet new guys. It's something of an institution thanks to its friendly crowd and variety of events. You'll find a busy dance floor in the basement, while upstairs there's a stage that regularly hosts drag and adult shows. You can start your night earlier than at the other clubs and party with a younger crowd, especially at weekends.

Relatively new to the gay scene in the lively Chueca neighbourhood, Barbanarama is already popular thanks to cheap but quality cocktails and friendly atmosphere. The latest hits play loudly throughout the night to entertain a diverse mix of people. Everyone is welcome but the bar is especially popular with bearded local guys, giving you a true taste of Madrid's nightlife and its lively clientele.

YOU&ME is a modern dance club and music bar that's only been around in Chueca for a couple of years but is already popular with a generally younger crowd. Whether you're looking for a fun and casual night out to meet new people, or you want to hire somewhere for an extravagant private function, this is the place for you. It's a brilliantly designed space in the heart of the gay scene.

RICK'S is a popular pre-clubbing bar with a Moroccan vibe inspired by the film Casablanca. The walls are filled with quirky themed decoration, the elsewhere in the bar you'll find pool and foosball tables. A mixed aged crowd generally descends on the bar in the early hours for drinks and dancing with a soundtrack of chart-topping music.