Visit gay and LGBTQ+ bars in London guarantee a good time all year round, but especially during Pride month.
Today, I'm talking in detail about these must-see places in London.
London gay bar: article summary
Gay bar in London: Dalston Superstore
Casual brunches by day, raucous entertainment by night: Dalston Superstore is your go-to destination for great food and dazzling parties on Kingsland High Street in Dalston.
Head first to the bar and restaurant, then end the evening on the basement dance floor amid a lively and diverse LGBTQ+ crowd.
How to get there?
To get there, the station is Dalston Kingsland.
Karaoke Hole
Is singing familiar tunes your idea of a fun night out? The Karaoke Hole is Dalston Superstore's little sister venue and combines the excitement of drag shows with karaoke, inviting revelers to become kings of the stage themselves.
They also organize evening entertainment and pizza parties.
How to get there?
To find this location, you need to get to Dalston Kingsland station. It's just a few minutes away.
London gay bar: The Glory
This one is a must in this selection of London's best LGBTQ+ bars and pubs.
The Glory prides itself on being one of London's best gay bars/LGBTQ+ venues/nightclubs.
You can find drag shows and LGBTQ+ art events taking place here almost every night, as well as special weekend evenings.
How to get there?
To get there, the station is Haggerston.
Comptons of Soho
Comprising two bars and a quieter lounge area, the Comptons pub at Soho has been a fixture on the city's gay scene since 1986.
With weekly pub quizzes and lively DJ nights, this place is surely a favorite of Soho residents and beyond.
How to get there?
The nearest stations are Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus.
Gay bar in London: She Soho
As its name suggests, She Soho is London's place for queer women, a basement bar and after-hours club.
Although the space is very much centred on women, men are also allowed to enjoy a fun evening here.
Come here for DJ nights, drag king cabaret, burlesque and social events.
How to get there?
The nearest stations are Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus.
Royale Vauxhall Tavern
The Royal Vauxhall Tavern has a long and proud history as a party destination for celebrities, drag queens and big names in the LGBTQ+ community.
The site's first drag shows date back to the post-World War II era. More recently, in 2015, it became the UK's first listed building. because of its importance to the LGBTQ+ community.
This is also where you'll find some of the city's best drag events.
How to get there?
To get there, take the train to Vauxhall station.
Gay bar in London: Soho's GAY Bar
Soho's GAY Bar is perhaps one of London's best-known LGBTQ+ bars. Start your evening in this three-storey party bar with music and a drink or two, and finish off at the GA-Y late-night club just around the corner.
How to get there?
To get there, the nearest stations are Leicester Square and Covent Garden.
Ku Bar
These sister venues, managed by the Ku Group, are among London's most famous LGBTQ+ nightlife venues.
Ku Bar in Leicester Square and Little Ku in Soho are both bars serving cocktails and champagne, as well as DJ entertainment and parties in dimly lit basements.
How to get there?
To get there, take public transport to Leicester Square or Piccadilly Circus.
London gay bar: Rupert Street Bar
Rupert Street Bar is a lively spot for a cocktail party before hitting the Soho clubs later in the night.
With its large windows, the bar is a fantastic place for people-watching, and the best kind, is that their happy hour starts at noon on Saturdays and Sundays!
How to get there?
The nearest train stations are Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus.
There are plenty of gay and LGBT+ bars to discover in London. During your stay, if you want to have some fun, I advise you to visit these festive places.
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