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Gay Barcelona - Queer and Lesbian Guide
Barcelona is a vibrant and welcoming city, famous for its dynamic and inclusive Gay scene. With its iconic Gayxample district, lively beaches, and festive events enjoy Pride Barcelona and Circuit Festival, it offers a cosmopolitan, festive, and heated atmosphere. A true paradise for travelers in hunt of freedom, diversity, and unforgettable encounters.
Barcelona Gay Guide
Gayxample, Barcelona’s Gay District
Barcelona’s iconic gay district is commonly referred to as Gaixample, a blend of the Catalan words “gai” (gay) and “Eixample” (the name of the city’s central district). However, the English-influenced spelling Gayxample is also widely used, especially in tourist and international contexts.
Gayxample was born in the 1990s with the rise of numerous LGBTQ+ bars, clubs, and businesses. A symbol of tolerance and diversity, it attracts both locals and tourists with its cosmopolitan and festive atmosphere. Today, it is recognized as one of the optimal gay neighborhoods in Europe, reflecting Barcelona’s inclusive and modern spirit.
Where is the Gayxample on the Barcelona map?
Top Gay Saunas in Barcelona
These saunas are mainly
Gay Bars in Barcelona
Most gay bars in Barcelona don't get busy before midnight, usually the best time is between 24:00 and 02:00.
During the Circuit Festival in August partially extended opening hours and days.
Bacon Bear Bar
Daily 18:30/19:00 – 02:30/03:00;Friday, Saturday till 03:00/03:30
Big gay lock for bears and friends.
On Thursdays very accepted Happy Hour from 19:00 till 22:00.
baconbearbar.com
@ C. de Casanova 64
Barcelona 08011
Metro: Universitat, Urgell
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Believe
Daily 23:00 – 05:00;Friday, Saturday till 06:00
Gay prevent at the edge of the Gayxample quarter. With small stage, drag hosts and shows.
Admission: ≈ 12-15 €, incl. 1 drink
thebelieve.club
@ C. de Balmes 56
Barcelona 08007
Metro: Passeig de Gràcia, Universitat
+34 679 11 51 05 (mobile)
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Boxer Cafe Bar
Wednesday-Sunday 18:00/19:00 – 01:30/03:00
Cafe-bar in the Eixample ›with the essence of Boxer‹.
With small street terrace.
instagram.com/BoxerCafeBar
@ C. de la Diputació 167
Barcelona 08001
Metro: Universitat, Urgell
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BoysBar
Tuesday-Thursday 21:00 – 0
6 of the best lgbtq+ bars in Barcelona
Whether you're new to the municipality of Barcelona or a seasoned local, tracking down the right LGBTQ+ notice can be key to not only a wonderful night out, but also finding your community in the city.
From dive bars with a DIY essence to somewhere a small more polished, BCN's got something for most. And so, we've handpicked some of the city's most iconic gay bars and queer hang-outs to suit your mood, whether you want a laid-back sip or a full-on performative extravaganza.
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Candy Darling
If you're searching for a bar with a flair for the dramatic, watch no further than Candy Darling. Located on Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, this vibrant identify, founded by Javier Meneses and Alex Schoihet, pays homage to the iconic actress with its mention and bold personality.
The bar is famous for its expertly crafted cocktails, which you can like while soaking in dwell performances that range from drag shows to circus acts and burlesque. With no reservations required, it's the perfect spontaneous terminate for a night of uninhibited fun. Its proximity to Plaça Universitat makes i
Barcelona Gay Club Guide
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Gay Clubs in Barcelona
This page will give you an essential overview of the Barcelona Gay Club scene with further details of some of the most popular Gay clubs in Barcelona.
For information on Lgbtq+ accommodation and Gay Bars etc see the foot of this page for related links.
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The Arena group of clubs is incredibly popular here and now have 5 clubs in total due to the massive demand. Each caters for slightly alternative tastes, from mainstream cheese to Spanish pop to a lesbian club.
Website:www.arenadisco.com
The Arena clubs are popular with the straight crowd too, especially VIP.
Arena Classic
Diputacio, 233
08011 Barcelona, España.
Metro: Universitat (Red Line , L1) and (Purple Line, L2) 10 minutes
This bar/club plays mostly Spanish pop and reputedly attracts the leading looking boys. It welcomes any sort of irrational clothes and behaviour. It also caters to a s
Gay Barcelona Travel Reference 2025
Upcoming Events in Barcelona
About Barcelona and its gay life
For gay travellers Barcelona has been one of the favourite destinations in Europe for the last decades. The city has this perfect combination of a warm Mediterranean climate, beaches within and close to the city, mountains in the hinterland and the tradition, nightlife, sights and infrastructure of an European metropolis.
Among the things that make Barcelona unique are the many fine examples of Catalan Art Nouveau architecture (Modernisme Català). Barcelona is also a nice place to appreciate the modern plan that had bloomed after the terminate of the Franco dictatorship in Spain.
As you can see on our gay maps, the center of Barcelona's gay scene is in the Eixample district (sometimes called the Gayxample neighborhood, or Gaixample in Catalan) with most of the gay bars, hotels and shops in Barcelona.
Annual highlights and homosexual events in Barcelona are Barcelona Lgbtq+ Pride in July and the Circuit Festival party weeks in August.
For a afternoon at the beach you can move by car or train from Barcelona to the nearby town of Sitges which is quite popular with lgbtq+ men, especial