Stockholm, the capital of ABBA country, is one of the most welcoming European cities for the LGBT community and a gay location featuring a diverse and colorful gay scene, ideal destination not only to gay couples but single gay travelers as well.
There are no specific gay districts and neighborhoods in Stockholm, but most places of interest, cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs are mainly situated in the areas of Södermalm and Gamla Stan in the Old town. The big and active gay community of Stockholm resulted in the proper organization of the gay nightlife, leading to the creation of several gay meeting points around the city!
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Hotels for Gay Travellers in Stockholm
In addition to featuring a wide diversity of exclusively gay hotels, Stockholm is also the home of numerous gay-friendly hotels ranging from small boutique to 5-Star chains! Mostgay and gay-friendly hotels are located in the city center close to the gay scene, centered in Gamla Stan (the Old Town) and Södermalm, as well as Kungsholmen.
The Top Gay Places in Stockholm
Stockholm is a big gay hotspot, however, there are some bars, cafes, and clubs attracting only gay customers. These hotspots are usually located around the city's center! Gay Stockholmers are frequent visitors of local gay bars and clubs, but Stockholm's wide cultural acceptance of homosexuality means they're often as comfortable in straight clubs.
Gay tourists can find a variety of places to visit, from exclusive men's bathhouses & saunas, cruising areas to private cinema lounges.
During summer months, there are many traditional open-air waterside bars and cafes, with fantastic city views, perfect for relaxing and enjoying an ice cold drink under the sun!
It is only natural for Stockholm to be considered as the most gay friendly city in Sweden since it has the biggest and most active LGBT community in the country.
The locals are friendly and welcome people, the majority of whom support all the gay rights, including gay marriage and child adoption. Public shows of affection are totally acceptable!
Keep in mind that you will meet many gay people in every corner of the city. There are many places which are granted as gay-only and the majority of their visitors are gay.
The gay hotspots of Stockholm are the gay clubs Wonk Stockholm, King Kong and Patricia as well as the gay bars n' restaurants Torget, B1:an, The Secret Garden and Side Track!
If you want to explore the more underground gay scene of Stockholm, visit the clubs SLM Stockholm and The Basement!
Stockholm hosts several gay events & festivals while parties are organized every day by the local gay clubs & bars. Candy at Le Bon Palais is a popular gay dance party taking place every Friday!
Gay people from all Sweden are gathered to celebrate together the beautiful gay event Stockholm Pride. Baltic Battle is currently the most popular gay fetish party in Stockholm.
Even though there is not any exclusively gay accommodation in Stockholm, you will not have difficulty on finding gay-friendly hotels which will surely leave you satisfied.
Our Travel by Interest Experts have created this dedicated gay travel guide, to help you easily plan your next gay holidays and discover all the places you want to see and all the things you want to do. You can find here the top gay bars, gay events, and other gay hots-pots, as well as gay-friendly Hotels to stay!