Gay pub amsterdam
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 notable Gay Street) – the LGBTQ+ party scene here stretches across the city.
From the city’s celebrated first gay club Cafe ‘t Mandje to tiny kingly 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 leading clubs in a city famous for its nightlife, after all. Everyone is welcome. So whatever your vibe, here are the optimal gay bars and clubs in Amsterdam.
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Derek Roberston is a writer based in Amsterdam. At Moment Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers. Find more in our editorial guidelines.
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drake’s cruising club
Welcome to drake’s Cruising – Amsterdam’s award-winning playground.
A bold, no-judgment zone for gay, bi, and curious men looking for real connections – the kind that don’t desire small talk or endless swiping.
Our space is built for action:
A large, well-designed cruising area, nightclub vibes, and a crowd that’s as diverse as it is adventurous – locals, travelers, and everyone in between. Whether you’re here to explore or you know exactly what you want, Drake’s is the place to do it.
Free lockers and Wi-Fi included.
What you see is what you get — or not. No pressure. No pretense. Just real men, genuine moments, right here, right now.
admission: €13 day ticket | visitors under 26 years old: €5 time ticket
to enter: show up at the counter on the ground floor and ask for the cinema
minimum age: 18 years
location: damrak 61 – first floor | lm amsterdam
opening times:
MONDAY – SUNDAY –
24TH OF DECEMBER OPEN –
31ST OF DECEMBER Clear –
1ST OF JANUARY OPEN –
tuesday promotion
every tuesday it’s grind
Gay Bars in Amsterdam
Bears Amsterdam
Monday-Wednesday – ;Thursday – ;Friday, Saturday – ;Sunday –
The former bar ›The Web‹, since May the new honey pot for bears and friends in the center of Amsterdam.
@ Sint Jacobsstraat 6
Amsterdam NC
+31 20
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Blend
Monday-Thursday – ;Friday, Saturday – ;Sunday –
Bar in Amsterdam's celebrated gay street, with drag shows and bingo nights.
@ Reguliersdwarsstraat 41
Amsterdam BR
+31 6 (mobile)
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Brug34
Monday-Wednesday – ;Thursday – ;Friday – ;Saturday – ;Sunday –
LGBT-friendly cafe-bar for breakfast and snacks, coffee and wine.
@ Utrechtsestraat 19
Amsterdam VH
Tram: Rembrandtplein, Keizersgracht
+31 20
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Exit
Monday-Thursday – ;Friday, Saturday – ;Sunday –
Gay bar in 'après-ski' style, next to Club NYX.
Mixed clientele.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Bears Amsterdam, we believe safe sex is important — especially if you have sex with multiple partners. That’s why, since , we’ve been offering free condoms. You can find them near the coat inspect. We also regularly provide brochures and flyers with information about safe sex.
Still, it remains your possess responsibility to protect yourself and others. That’s why we always recommend:
→ Employ a condom with enough water- or silicone-based lubricant.
→ Get tested regularly for STIs, especially if you have multiple partners — ideally at least twice a year.
→ Think you might have contracted something? Get tested immediately — don’t wait for your next check-up.
Where can you go?
The website MANtotMAN by Soa Aids Nederland bids information specifically for men who have sex with men. You can also arrange a free and anonymous HIV/STI test in Amsterdam or Rotterdam there.
Do you live somewhere else?
Then visit one of the 50 local Public Health Services (GGDs). Ask for the social nurse for STIs and HIV. They can test you for free (and anonymously), or re