Views of Lisbon’s historic Alfama district, a surprise at every turn.
Praia 19 – Lisbon’s gay beach just 20-minutes from the city centre.
Set sail for Gay Lisbon. With its amazing balmy climate, upbeat nightlife, beautiful sandy beaches, stunning cultural attractions, narrow winding streets, and friendly Portuguese people, Lisbon is the perfect international gay destination.
Lisbon is small compared with other national capitals, with a city population of around 600,000, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in atmosphere and liveliness. It is also much more affordable, and its gay scene is highly underrated.
Discover the best of gay Lisbon with our guide to the City Of Seven Hills. From the best gay bars to the finest restaurants, plus tips on where to party late into the night or cruise early in the afternoon.
Lisbon’s party scene surprises, with international circuit parties and a distinct Brazilian vibe.
Exploring Lisbon’s Pink Street (which is not actually as gay as it sounds)
Lisbon is divided into several distinct neighbourhoods. Most gay visitors tend to stay close to the lgbt-friendly districts in the gay area of Bairro Alto, Principe Real, and Baixa.
Lisbon’s compact size and excellent public transport system make getting around easy.
From luxury hotels to charming guest houses and apartments, discover our top recommendations.
The Late Birds – A luxurious gay guest house close to the city’s top attractions.
Gay Hotels in Lisbon are cheaper than in other larger European cities, so you can get great deals on some luxury hotels. If you are on a budget, Lisbon has great hostels located in some of the city’s most historic buildings.
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Santa Justa Elevator – this way to heaven… well the gay bars and clubs anyway.
Here are some of our favourite LGBTQ-friendly venues and the best gay bars in Lisbon:
Check out the most popular Lisbon gay saunas.
EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel, 8, Avenida Fontes Pereira de Melo, Coração de Jesus, Santo António, Lisbon, 1069-310, Portugal
This 5-star property offers spacious and elegantly designed suites and rooms that have private bathrooms with a bathtub and shower. Suites include a living room with a workstation. Facilities include LCD TV with cable channels, minibar, and luxury and well-being amenities.
Travessa André Valente 21a, 1200-024 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in Bairro Alto, in the heart of Lisbon Historical center, The Late Birds Lisbon - Gay Men's Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a sun deck and a lounge bar.
Each air-conditioned room at The Late Birds Lisbon includes a computer, a cable channel TV, free WiFi access and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.
Rua Da Oliveira Ao Carmo 1-3, 1200-122 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in the heart of the city, Lisboa Carmo Hotel features luxury rooms with classic and contemporary décor. The upper floors of the hotel offer views of the Tagus River and Lisbon's old town. The popular Bairro Alto district is a 3 minutes' walk away.
The stylish rooms have pastel coloured walls. Each is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have Saint Jorge Castle, city and Tagus River views. An in-room breakfast is available.
HF Fénix Garden, São Mamede, Santo António, Lisbon, 1050-010, Portugal
The stylish Hotel Fenix Garden is situated on the Marquês de Pombal Square in the centre of Lisbon. Eduardo VII Park and Marques Pombal Metro Station are just steps away, while the high-end shops and boutiques of Avenida da Liberdade are at a short walk. The HF Fénix Garden offers bright accommodation with wooden floors. Each air-conditioned room offers free WiFi, a work desk, cable TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
R. do Diário de Notícias 127, 1200-011 Lisboa, Portugal
All units have a cable flat-screen TV. Some units include a dining area and or balcony. There is also a kitchen, fitted with an oven & microwave. as well as a coffee machine. A private bathroom with a bath or shower & free toiletries.
R. do Diário de Notícias 36, 1200-284 Lisboa, Portugal
The apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi, air conditioning
R. das Gáveas 76, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
Each apartment comes with a balcony, a dining area & private bathrooms with shower & free toiletries. The apartments include a double bedroom & the superior apartments have a double sofa-bed in the living room.
R. da Misericórdia 67, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
These modern and spacious apartments are located in a renovated 18th-century building in Lisbon’s Chiado district. All apartments feature a spacious kitchen with a dishwasher and washing machine. Most have a private balcony.
Rua de São Marçal 106, Lisbon 1200-422
● Friendly gay music bar in the Príncipe Real quarter
● Weekend DJs
● Mixed ages
Daily 19:30 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Rosa 157/159, Lisbon 1200-383
● LGBT+ friendly
● Located in the quieter part of Bairro Alto
Wednesday, Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00;
Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 41, Lisbon 1200-106
● Popular spot at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Mixed clientele
Tuesday-Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00
Travessa da Água da Flor 17, Lisbon 1200-339
● LGBT-friendly bar
● Offers music, books, drinks and a friendly atmosphere
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Barroca 6-12, Lisbon 1200-862
● LGBT-friendly music bar in a former bakery
● Located in Bairro Alto
Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua das Salgadeiras 28, Lisbon 1200
● LGBTQ-friendly music lounge bar
● Small dancefloor
Wednesday, Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua da Palmeira 43 A, Lisbon 1200-312
● Bears-friendly music lounge bar
● Located in Príncipe Real quarter
Monday-Thursday 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 03:00; Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 33, Lisbon 1200-047
● Small gay cocktail bar at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Street crowded with people at night, especially on weekends
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua Ruben António Leitão 2A, Lisbon 1200-392
● Big gay bar for bears, chubbies, mature guys and friends
● Hosts annual Lisbon Bear Pride and co-runs Villa 3 Caparica resort
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua Manuel Bernardes 2B, Lisbon 1200
● Small bears-friendly bar with dark cruising area
● Busiest after midnight
● Minimum consumption: €5
Rua da Imprensa Nacional 104 B, Lisbon 1250-127
● Gay club with exciting shows and a lot of Pop music.
● On Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy a second dancefloor with House, Techno, and Commercial remixes starting around 03:00.
● Friendly staff and a young crowd on Fridays.
● Admission: 12-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday-Saturday 24:00 – 05:00/06:00
Rua Cecilio de Sousa 84, Lisbon 1200-102
● Situated in the vibrant Príncipe Real quarter.
● Features House, Techno, Commercial remixes, and Pop music.
● Reopened in November 2022.
● Admission: 15 €.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 24:00 – 06:00
Rua Nogueira e Sousa 11, Lisbon 1150-237
● Small, straightforward gay cruise bar
● Features (un)dress codes, lockers, two cabins, and a sling
● Slightly off the beaten path
● Admission: 10 €, includes 6 € for drinks
Rua da Palmeira 38, Lisbon 1200-313
● A beloved gay bar known for its drag shows, DJs, and dancefloor.
● A staple in Lisbon's nightlife for over 45 years.
Daily till 05:00/06:00
Rua de São Bento 157, Lisbon 1200-817
● LGBT-friendly club spinning Pop, R'n'B, and Funk tunes.
● Attracts a mix of young and middle-aged clientele.
● Admission: 10-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday 23:30 – 05:00; Friday, Saturday 24:00 – 06:00
Miguel Pais 39 1200-172 Lisboa Portugal
● gay cruising club + men's fetish & sex shop ● Bar with drinks & snacks. Play area with cruising zone, sling, cabins, glory holes, dark room. Lockers, condoms, lube, douche.
Mon – Thurs: 17h-02h Fri & Sat: 17h-03h Sun: 17h-02h
Dining out in Lisbon offers visitors delicious dishes full of rich flavours and food steeped in the city’s traditions and culture. Lunch is an inexpensive affair, with many restaurants offering keenly priced “prato do dia” (dish of the day). Dinnertime falls between 7.30 pm and 10.30 pm, with locals dining even later, particularly at weekends.
Caparica beach with Lisbon city in the background, just 20-minutes escape!
It can get very hot in Lisbon during the Summer months, so if you want to escape the hassle and the heat of Lisbon on a hot summer day, why not try the beaches of Costa da Caparica, just across the Tejo river.
The ocean is tantalisingly close wherever you are in Lisbon, so it’s easy to supplement a trip here with some beach time.
Tourists tend to head west to the elegant resorts of Cascais and Estoril, while locals prefer to head south to the more casual and natural beaches of Costa da Caparica, a hotspot in the gay guide.
Lisbon Pride is a two week affair with a parade, festival, parties and cultural events.
Lisbon’s event scene is as fabulous and varied as the city itself and includes several events, circuit parties, a colourful pride parade and festival and several epic cultural celebrations.
Here’s a relaxed yet fulfilling itinerary to experience Lisbon’s charm over a weekend, with a mix of cultural highlights, local experiences, and some unique activities:
Morning – Belém District:
Afternoon
Evening
Morning – Alfama
Afternoon
Evening
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Lisbon is a year-round destination, blessed with a milder climate than most of its European sister capitals.
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