Gran Canaria
Gay Travel Guide
Gran Canaria Highlights:
Top Picks for Gay Travellers
Where to stay in Gran Canaria
Stay in the heart of Gran Canaria’s southern coast at Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés, where you'll find golden beaches, lively gay nightlife, and a wide range of accommodation options, from affordable to luxury. Find your perfect hotel here
Discover Gran Canaria’s gay nightlife
Yumbo Centrum is the heart of Gran Canaria’s gay nightlife, with lively bars, clubs, and drag shows. It plays a key role during Maspalomas Pride and Winter Pride, transforming into a colourful festival ground full of music and celebrations.
Join the fiestas
Gran Canaria offers an unbeatable gay event scene, featuring Maspalomas Pride, Winter Pride, Fetish Week, and other celebrations. Plus, the island’s spectacular Carnival season adds even more colour and excitement—there’s always a reason to visit and celebrate!
Experience the beauty of the Maspalomas Dunes
Explore the iconic desert-like landscape and admire the stunning contrast between golden dunes and the blue sea. While cruising is popular here, visitors are encouraged to stay on designated trails to protect the fragile ecosystem.
Soak up the sun at Maspalomas’ gay beach
Enjoy the relaxed, clothing-optional atmosphere at the popular gay beach near kiosks 5 and 6, accessible via scenic paths through the dunes from the Riu Palace hotel or by walking along the beach from the Faro de Maspalomas lighthouse.
Explore the scenic heart of Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria’s mountainous interior offers a serene contrast to its bustling coast. Tejeda, with its almond orchards and charming streets, is perfect for a day trip. Combine your visit with a hike to Roque Nublo for panoramic views of the island. Book a guided adventure
Gran Canaria: Your outdoor gym
Gran Canaria offers endless outdoor activities for sports enthusiasts, from hiking and climbing to surfing and cycling. Find activities here
Visit charming Puerto de Mogán
Enjoy the serene atmosphere of Puerto de Mogán, the “Little Venice” of Gran Canaria, where canals, flower-filled streets, and an idyllic harbour await you.
Discover Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas offers a blend of historic charm and modern energy, from the cobbled streets of Vegueta to the lively Las Canteras Beach. While the city can be busy, it’s still a great place to explore culture, shop, or enjoy local food.
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The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience
The Red Canyon Tour: Small-Group Trip with Local Food Tasting
Full-Day Rainforest Tour with Tasting and Swimming
Top Via Ferrata for Beginners in Gran Canaria
Looking for more experiences?
Seven Hotel & Wellness - Gay Men Only ★★★★
Axel Beach Maspalomas - Adults Only ★★★
Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas - Adults Only ★★★★★
Barceló Margaritas Royal Level - Adults Only ★★★★
Hotel Faro, a Lopesan Collection Hotel - Adults Only ★★★★★
Paradisus by Meliá Gran Canaria – All Inclusive ★★★★★
Hotel Ritual Maspalomas – Adults Only ★★★+
Atlantic Sun Beach - Gay Men Only ★★★
Vista Bonita Gay & Lesbian Only Resort ★★★
Need more choices for your stay in Gran Canaria?
Gay Nightlife in Gran Canaria
Drink, dance, and play at Gran Canaria’s top gay bars, gay clubs, and cruising venues
Tom's Cruising Bar
C.C. Yumbo, 2nd Floor
One of the most popular spots in Yumbo, featuring a darkroom, glory holes, sling area, and terrace. Men-only, with free entrance and no dress code.
One of the most popular spots in Yumbo, featuring a darkroom, glory holes, sling area, and terrace. Men-only, with free entrance and no dress code.
Sparkles Show Bar
C.C. Yumbo, 2nd Floor
Lively drag show bar with nightly performances and karaoke. Enjoy dazzling shows and great drink offers.
Lively drag show bar with nightly performances and karaoke. Enjoy dazzling shows and great drink offers.
Mardi Gras Bar
C.C. Yumbo, Ground Floor
Relaxed atmosphere, high-quality drinks, friendly staff offering exceptional service, great prices, and tasty snacks, making it a perfect spot to people-watch and unwind.
Relaxed atmosphere, high-quality drinks, friendly staff offering exceptional service, great prices, and tasty snacks, making it a perfect spot to people-watch and unwind.
Strong Construction
C.C. Yumbo, Ground Floor
Popular and spacious men-only cruising bar, with most men in fetish gear or naked. One drink included, cash needed for the locker deposit.
Popular and spacious men-only cruising bar, with most men in fetish gear or naked. One drink included, cash needed for the locker deposit.
Ricky's Cabaret Bar
C.C. Yumbo, Ground Floor
The longest-running cabaret bar in Gran Canaria, featuring exciting drag shows every night.
The longest-running cabaret bar in Gran Canaria, featuring exciting drag shows every night.
Mykonos
C.C. Yumbo, 4th Floor
One of the largest gay bars in Yumbo, featuring pop music, video projections, dance floors, and a men-only cruising area.
One of the largest gay bars in Yumbo, featuring pop music, video projections, dance floors, and a men-only cruising area.
Mantrix
C.C. Yumbo, 4th Floor
Late-night dance club with cruising area featuring dark room and private cabins.
Late-night dance club with cruising area featuring dark room and private cabins.
ZOO Cruising Bar
Barbados I, 17 Av. de Tirajana
Dive into 300m² of excitement across 2 floors, featuring a dark room, cubicles, orgy rooms, slings, and a guarded cloakroom – with one drink included in your admission!
Dive into 300m² of excitement across 2 floors, featuring a dark room, cubicles, orgy rooms, slings, and a guarded cloakroom – with one drink included in your admission!
Reds Cruising Club
Barbados II, 17 Av. de Tirajana
Large men-only cruising & fetish club with two floors, featuring a darkroom, private cabins, sling, glory holes, and more. One drink included.
Large men-only cruising & fetish club with two floors, featuring a darkroom, private cabins, sling, glory holes, and more. One drink included.