Lisbon gay bars
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Maxime Hotel
Hotel. ***, from 100 €
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Cabaret themed hotel in the center of Lisbon, seal to the Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real quarter. Friendly, helpful staff.
@ Praça da Alegria 58
Lisbon 1250-004
Metro: Avenida
About Lisbon and its gay life
Since the 1990s Lisbon (Lisboa) became one of the unused hot spots for travellers in Europe. It was European Capital of Identity in 1994, in 1998 the Society Expo was held in Lisbon and in 2004 the European Football Championship.
Vivid, tiny and steep historical streets, modernised areas, an extensive nightlife till early morning and a fresh breeze from the sea even in sizzling summers make Lisbon a pleasant place for relaxing, sightseeing and going out altogether.
Lisbon's gay scene also became very European. Especially in the Príncipe Real area and in the old Bairro Alto quarter you can find a very visible gay experience at night. In Bairro Alto it is pleasantly hard to say which bars are same-sex attracted or gay-friendly or hetero-friendly or whatever.
Annual same-sex attracted highlights and vast events in Lisbon
Lex's Guide to Gender non-conforming Lisbon, Portugal Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars and Clubs
Craving a queer night out in Lisbon? Gaze no further! Catch your dancing shoes and get ready to explore the best lesbian, homosexual, and queer bars, clubs, and parties Lisbon has to offer in iconic areas like Barrio Alto, Principe, Chiado, and beyond! Love a stroll along the avenida, hold a drink at a friendly Portuguese bar, or gyrate at some of the best male lover clubs in Lisbon. Here's our list of must attend queer bars and clubs in Lisbon.
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1. XXL Lisbon Club
Address: CC execute Tijolo 8, 1200-408 Lisboa, Portugal
XXL Lisbon Club stands as a beacon for the bear and leather communities, offering a space where masculinity meets celebration. The club's mantra, "O que se passa aqui, fica aqui" ("What happens here, stays here"), encapsulates its vow to providing a safe and liberating environment. Regular themed nights, including "Underwear Parties" and "Bear Weekends," ensure that there's always something exciting on the horizon. With its pulsating beats and welcoming crowd, XXL is a m
Lisbon
Lisbon, the vibrant capital of Portugal, stands as the nation’s largest municipality, a blend of historical charm and modern dynamism. Perched upon seven hills overlooking the majestic Tagus River, Lisbon offers a picturesque landscape of colourful buildings, winding cobblestone streets, and breathtaking viewpoints. This historic city, with roots stretching back centuries, pulsates with a lively force, where traditional Fado melody echoes through the Alfama district and contemporary art flourishes in the trendy neighbourhoods. Lisbon is not only the political heart of Portugal but also a cultural hub, attracting visitors with its prosperous heritage, delectable cuisine, and warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Lisbon | Porto
Also see the google maps list – Lisbon – which includes the LGBT venues
Restaurants
A Cevichera – Lisbon
R. Dom Pedro V 129, 1250-096 Lisboa, Portugal
acevicheria.pt
Well worth it just for the octopus on the ceiling to be honest but the meal is also amazing. This chef has a rare restaurants although the Asian one (O Asiático) I think closed during covid as it’s no longer listed on the chef’s website. He has a number of others t
Gay Bars in Lisbon
The optimal time to go out to the bars in the Bairro Alto quarter – where it is pleasantly difficult to tell which bar is gay or gay-friendly or ›hetero-friendly‹ or whatever – is between 23:00 and 02:00. The bars in the Príncipe Real area tend to be more late-night and more exclusively gay.
Official opening hours should not be taken too seriously. On quiet days some bars might close earlier or don't open at all without any further notice.
Bar 106
Tuesday-Thursday 19:30 – 02:00;Friday, Saturday 19:30 – 03:00;Sunday 19:30 – 02:00
Friendly gay music bar in the Príncipe Real quarter. At weekend with DJs.
Mixed ages.
instagram.com/bar106lx
@ Rua de São Marçal 106
Lisbon 1200-422
+351 21 609 9895
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Construction Bar
Wednesday, Thursday 20:00 – 02:00;Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00;Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Bar for LGBTs and friends in the upper (and quieter) part of the Bairro Alto.
instagram.com/construction_bar
@ Rua da Rosa 157/159
Lisbon 1200-383
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Espaço 40 e 1
Wednesday, Thursday 21:00 – 0