London
Gay Travel Guide
London Highlights:
Top Picks for Gay Travellers
Experience the magic of the West End
Enjoy a night of world-class theatre in London’s renowned West End, home to dazzling musicals and plays.
Discover top performances and book your seats now
Discover top performances and book your seats now
Discover London’s gay nightlife
Whether you're exploring Soho’s legendary bars, Vauxhall’s late-night clubs, or the trendy, artistic venues of Shoreditch and Dalston, London’s gay nightlife guarantees an unforgettable night out.
Celebrate Pride in London
Join the colourful celebrations, parties, and cultural events during Pride. In 2025, the iconic Pride Parade will take place on 5th July.
Dive into the world of art at London’s top galleries
Art lovers should not miss the rich collections of The National Gallery and Tate Modern, both offering free admission to their stunning exhibitions. For a more in-depth experience, book a guided tour here.
Visit Queer Britain Museum
Dive into over 100 years of queer life at the UK’s first and only LGBTQ+ museum.
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Experience a royal affair at Buckingham Palace
From July to October, you can explore the magnificent State Rooms and the Palace Garden. Book tickets here.
Enjoy stunning views from the Thames or the London Eye
Admire the city’s skyline on a scenic Thames cruise or take in breathtaking views from the London Eye.
Explore Shoreditch’s artistic side
Dive into East London’s creative scene with its street art, galleries, and unique shops.
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The London Eye Standard Entry Ticket
The London Eye - Champagne Experience (Fast-Track)
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Official National Gallery Highlights Guided Tour
The British Museum - Exclusive Guided Tour
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Need more choices for your stay in London?
The Devil Wears Prada
Dominion Theatre
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Piccadilly Theatre
The Book of Mormon
Prince of Wales Theatre
The Phantom of The Opera
His Majesty's Theatre
Mamma Mia!
Novello Theatre
Tina: The Musical
Aldwych Theatre
The Lion King
Lyceum Theatre
Wicked
Apollo Victoria Theatre
Mrs Doubtfire
Shaftesbury Theatre
ABBA Voyage
ABBA Arena
Back To The Future
Adelphi Theatre
MJ The Musical
Prince Edward Theatre
The Mousetrap
St. Martin’s Theatre
SIX the Musical
Vaudeville Theatre
Hamilton
Victoria Palace Theatre
Hadestown
Lyric Theatre
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Phoenix Theatre
Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical
Shaftesbury Theatre
Gay Nightlife in London
Drink, dance and play at London’s top gay bars, gay clubs and cruising venues
Ku Bar & Klub
30 Lisle St, WC2H 7BA
Popular three-floor LGBTQ+ venue near Leicester Square with a cocktail lounge and basement club featuring top DJs, live shows, and special events.
Popular three-floor LGBTQ+ venue near Leicester Square with a cocktail lounge and basement club featuring top DJs, live shows, and special events.
G-A-Y & Heaven
Under the Arches, Villiers St, WC2N 6NG
Legendary gay club that has hosted top artists like Lady Gaga, Adele, and One Direction, featuring epic G-A-Y nights, live music, and drag artists.
Legendary gay club that has hosted top artists like Lady Gaga, Adele, and One Direction, featuring epic G-A-Y nights, live music, and drag artists.
Village Soho
81 Wardour St, W1D 6QD
One of Soho’s original gay venues spread over three floors, relaxed by day and lively at night with DJs, hot go-go boys, and more.
One of Soho’s original gay venues spread over three floors, relaxed by day and lively at night with DJs, hot go-go boys, and more.
Rupert Street Bar
50 Rupert St, W1D 6DR
One of London’s longest-running bars, featuring top DJs and performers, offering a great spot to relax with cocktails and enjoy the weekend vibes.
One of London’s longest-running bars, featuring top DJs and performers, offering a great spot to relax with cocktails and enjoy the weekend vibes.
Circa Embankment
Hungerford House, Victoria Emb, WC2N 6PA
Large nightclub featuring historic architecture, multiple dance floors, DJs, live music, go-go performers, and a vibrant bar atmosphere.
Large nightclub featuring historic architecture, multiple dance floors, DJs, live music, go-go performers, and a vibrant bar atmosphere.
Comptons of Soho
51-53 Old Compton St, W1D 6HN
Historic charm and a lively street-side crowd await at this iconic two-floor gay pub in the heart of Soho.
Historic charm and a lively street-side crowd await at this iconic two-floor gay pub in the heart of Soho.
Halfway II Heaven
7 Duncannon St, WC2N 4JF
Upstairs bar and downstairs cabaret venue, featuring nightly shows and entertainment every day of the week.
Upstairs bar and downstairs cabaret venue, featuring nightly shows and entertainment every day of the week.
Two Brewers
114 Clapham High St, SW4 7UJ
This legendary Clapham venue offers dazzling drag cabaret, DJs, and late-night fun every night of the year.
This legendary Clapham venue offers dazzling drag cabaret, DJs, and late-night fun every night of the year.
The Divine
33 Stoke Newington Rd, N16 8BJ
Vibrant queer bar and performance venue in Dalston, offering drag shows, live entertainment, and a two-floor disco.
Vibrant queer bar and performance venue in Dalston, offering drag shows, live entertainment, and a two-floor disco.
Eagle
349 Kennington Ln, SE11 5QY
Late-night gay bar and club in Vauxhall with a private beer garden, pool table, happy hour deals, and iconic club nights like Horse Meat Disco.
Late-night gay bar and club in Vauxhall with a private beer garden, pool table, happy hour deals, and iconic club nights like Horse Meat Disco.
The Cock Tavern
340 Kennington Rd, SE11 4LD
Enjoy good wines, quality draught beers, and premium cocktails, all served in a lively atmosphere with DJs and great vibes.
Enjoy good wines, quality draught beers, and premium cocktails, all served in a lively atmosphere with DJs and great vibes.
Pleasuredrome
Arch, 124 Cornwall Rd, SE1 8XE
24/7 men-only cruising venue near Waterloo Station with saunas, a spa pool, private rooms, cinema, massages, and a bar.
24/7 men-only cruising venue near Waterloo Station with saunas, a spa pool, private rooms, cinema, massages, and a bar.
Covent Garden Health Spa
29 Endell St, WC2H 9BA
Premier male-only spa in Covent Garden featuring a sauna, spa pool, steam room, wet room, private cubicles, and massages.
Premier male-only spa in Covent Garden featuring a sauna, spa pool, steam room, wet room, private cubicles, and massages.
Vault 139
139-143 Whitfield St, W1T 5EN
Popular gay cruise bar in Fitzrovia, with a dress code that varies—fully dressed, underwear, or strictly naked.
Popular gay cruise bar in Fitzrovia, with a dress code that varies—fully dressed, underwear, or strictly naked.