Gay venues cape town
LGBTQ+ Travel Guide to South Africa
Interesting Cities to Visit in South Africa
CAPE TOWN
Cape Town has probably the largest and most diverse LGBTQ+ scene found in South Africa, albeit still small compared to other capital cities. The highest concentration of nightlife is found in the Waterkant area. There is a mixture of LGBTQ+ nightlife in Cape Town, from smaller bars, where locals meet for a casual brew, to the two popular twirl clubs, Pink Panther and Crew Bar.
Cape Town’s most popular tourist attractions include the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, a large shopping and dining venue; the iconic Table Mountain—the top of which can be reached either by hiking or cable car; and the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
Cape Town also has an annual Pride, which takes place around the end of February. This is a very diverse event, with all subsections of the LGBTQ+ community being very successfully represented.
JOHANNESBURG
Johannesburg is the largest capital in South Africa, and has a large LGBTQ+ community. While Cape Town takes the crown as the ‘gay-capital&
Nightlife: Gay & queer friendly bars and clubs in Cape Town
Being one of the gay capitals in the earth, Cape Town boasts many gay and gay friendly clubs and bars. Cape Town gives you an overview
Being one of the homosexual capitals in the world, Cape Town boasts many homosexual and gay warm clubs and bars. gives you an overview.
The Bronx Action Bar (reopened)
The oldest and most popular Homosexual bar in Cape Town, adorned with Hunky wannabe sailor barmen. Here the music pumps all night long. Unpretentious party atmosphere. Karaoke on Mondays. *Napier, Cape Town*
Cafe Manhattan
This down to earth joint is one of the favourite hangouts amongst gay locals, while Manhattan is definitely not a Lgbtq+ Only Venue. Keywords: Down to soil, relaxed and approachable. Part of Cape Quarter. Ladies blackout on the last Thursday of each month. *74 Waterkant Street,Cape Town (+ 27 21 )*
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Cape Town's one and only gay men's leather, rubber, uniform and Jean cruise lock. Upstairs maze darkrooms, slings, videos and outdoor deck. Strict dress code. * 16 Hudson St, De Waterkant, Cape Town (+27
Gay Cape Town &#; the best gay hotels, bars, clubs &#; more
Cape Town is breathtaking from above. Hell, it’s breathtaking from all angles and has to be a contender for one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Flanked by the impressive Table Mountain, the city curves around the coast like a loving hug, which fits with the city’s moniker: “the mother city.” Highest travel authorities like The Guardian, The New York Times, and TripAdvisor contain named Cape Town a top destination, and we couldn’t agree more. It’s an incredibly diverse, gay-friendly city and it will blow you away with its beauty, the welcoming attitude of its residents, and the pure range of attractions and outdoor activities available, from hiking to shark diving to helicopter rides to wine drinking—yes, that counts as an outdoor activity if you do it at one of the many wineries surrounding Cape Town.
Table of Contents
1. General Tips
2. Transportation & Airport Transfer
3. Gay Hotels in Cape Town
4. Sightseeing & Activities in Cape Town
5. Restaurants and Cafes
6. Cape Town Gay Bars and Clubs
7. Cape Town Gay Sa
Cape Town may be a lot smaller than other cities in South Africa, like Johannesburg, but when it comes to lgbtq+ clubs and gay bars, Cape Town is a winner!
You might immediately Google ‘Best Gay Bars in Cape Town’ when you arrive, but what you should also know is that Cape Town as a whole is very gay friendly – something which we found very true during Cape Town Pride.
This means that a lot of bars that aren’t ‘officially gay bars’ in Cape Town will still have a very mixed and diverse crowd. This is especially genuine if you head to the touristy bars on Long Street.
That being said, when it comes to gay clubs and homosexual bars in Cape Town, you will be pleased to know that there is a good selection of options! Take a look at our up to date list below and let us recognize where you end up!
Gay Bars in Cape Town
If you are looking for the gay area in Cape Town, the majority of the gay scene is focused around the De Waterkant area. We’ve included addresses for each bar so you can see which fall into this area and which are a little more further afie