Best gay bars and clubs in amsterdam
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Visiting Amsterdam and want to locate the best queer venues in the city? Already a local and looking for somewhere to be yourself? Below, we've rounded up just a scant of our favourite LGBTQIA+ bars, clubs and parties to help you detect the perfect spot, whether you're after a cosy beer in a historic bar, or a drag-queen knees-up with happy hour cocktails.
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Pamela
A self-professed safe haven for the community, clad with an interior of green, red, purple, pink and light, Pamela is full to the brim with technicolour works of art and quirky vintage furniture. A space dedicated both to the queer and BIPOC community, Pamela's been on the scene since 2020, bringing with it an extensive menu of cocktails, tasty food and an even tastier lineup of multi-genre entertainment.
Jacob van Lennepstraat 86, Amsterdam – pamela.amsterdam
Lellebel
Punters have been established to refer to this bar as a 'queer grunge dive bar'. Blink and you'll miss it - De Lellebel is tiny. But the fun makes up for it; running all week, swing by for everything from karaok
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Amsterdam, the “Venice of the North,” isn’t just known for its iconic canals, charming bridges, and rich culture—it’s also a mecca for the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you’re a gay traveler visiting for the first period or a seasoned local seeking same-sex connections, Amsterdam’s gay bars, nightlife, and queer-friendly venues promise lasting experiences. From Nieuwmarkt and the Red Light District to De Pijp and Jordaan, there’s a place for everyone to gyrate , drink, and feel at home among same-sex communities.
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Best Gay Bars and Clubs in Amsterdam
1. PRIK – Where Cocktails & Dance Meet
Address: Spuistraat 109, 1012 SV Amsterdam
PRIK is one of the most famous gay bars in Amsterdam, known for its laid-back atmosphere during the day and high-energy dance parties at evening. The drink specials are unbeatable, and on weekends, the bar transforms into a mini gay club, drawing a crowd of locals and gay travelers alike. Don't forget to endeavor their signature cocktails—especially t
Amsterdam’s queer scene rivals that of the greats; up there with Berlin, Madrid, Brighton and more. And we’re not just talking about Reguliersdwarsstraat (Amsterdam’s renowned Gay Street) – the LGBTQ+ party scene here stretches across the city.
From the city’s famous first gay club Cafe ‘t Mandje to tiny queenly bars with karaoke, Amsterdam has it all. Just don’t be surprised to see some open-minded straight people frequent these joints – these are some of the finest clubs in a city famous for its nightlife, after all. Everyone is welcome. So whatever your vibe, here are the finest gay bars and clubs in Amsterdam.
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Derek Roberston is a writer based in Amsterdam. At Occasion Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers. Find more in our editorial guidelines.
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Gay Bars in Amsterdam
Bears Amsterdam
Monday-Wednesday 18:00 – 24:00;Thursday 13:00 – 01:00;Friday, Saturday 13:00 – 02:00;Sunday 13:00 – 01:00
The former bar ›The Web‹, since May 2025 the new honey pot for bears and friends in the center of Amsterdam.
bearsamsterdam.com
@ Sint Jacobsstraat 6
Amsterdam 1012 NC
+31 20 623 6758
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Blend
Monday-Thursday 16:00 – 03:00;Friday, Saturday 14:00 – 04:00;Sunday 14:00 – 03:00
Bar in Amsterdam's celebrated gay street, with flamboyant shows and bingo nights.
facebook.com/barBLENDnl
@ Reguliersdwarsstraat 41
Amsterdam 1016 BR
+31 6 2955 7092 (mobile)
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Brug34
Monday-Wednesday 08:00 – 21:00;Thursday 08:00 – 24:00;Friday 08:00 – 02:00;Saturday 09:00 – 02:00;Sunday 09:00 – 21:00
LGBT-friendly cafe-bar for breakfast and snacks, coffee and wine.
www.brug34.nl
@ Utrechtsestraat 19
Amsterdam 1017 VH
Tram: Rembrandtplein, Keizersgracht
+31 20 223 6793
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Monday-Thursday 21:00 – 04:00;F
The Amsterdam gay club scene is vibrant and thriving, with plenty of options to choose from. Many clubs are exclusively gay, while other clubs host regular or semi-regular gay nights. The list here is a selection of the best queer clubs Amsterdam has to offer, so your night on the town can be spent at just the right spot.
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Church - The most popular gay club in Amsterdam
Church is one of the most well-respected cruise clubs in Amsterdam’s gay scene. Split over two floors, Church offers a great bar and dance floor as well as confidential rooms, showers and almost anything else a playful thought might desire. The club hosts regular theme nights, including Wednesday’s naked evening when the only clothes permitted are shoes. Check their website to hold up to dine with theme nights and entrance fees. Church can be found quite complete to Leidseplein, a short walk from the Amistad queer hotel.
Address: Kerkstraat 52
Web: http://www.clubchurch.nl/
De Trut - A well established Amsterdam gay club
Another mainstay gay club in Amsterdam, De Trut has been around since the 80s and has always been a scene favourite thanks to its non-commercial