LGBTQ+ Europe, Netherlands, Amsterdam
Don't be complacent about rights affecting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (or Queer) (LGBTQ) people. Rights vary greatly by country or legal jurisdiction – encompassing everything from the legal recognition of same-sex marriage to the death penalty for homosexuality. According to Wikipedia as of July 2020, the penal codes of nine United Nations-recognised countries, Afghanistan, Brunei, Iran, Iraq, Mauritania, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, and Yemen, impose the death penalty for homosexuality.
So this was the first country in the world to offer a really hard law to protect gay men and the wider LGBT+ community and a country known for being the most liberal in in Europe in wider life style issues. So you name it, from sex to personal choice on taking drugs, the Netherlands and Amsterdam, especially, has been Europe’s trailblazer for decades. The gay scene being founded so early on and so liberal is simply a must-visit destination for the international gay traveller. The city even has a Sex Museum
Foreign tourists who visit will not be disappointed…go in with barges and long poles as Amsterdam hosts one of the most spectacular LGBT+ celebrations in Europe – Amsterdam pride 2019 all on the canal with barge floats with Sat 3 Aug the high point of the event.We have 15 LGBTQ+ Prides/Events/Festivals listing in 2025 in Netherlands.
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UruguayNext LGBTQ+ 10 prides/events
Amsterdam Pride 2025
26 July 2025 at Amsterdam
26 July 2025 at Amsterdam
Milkshake Festival Amsterdam 2025
26 July 2025 at Westerpark
26 July 2025 at Westerpark
Valtifest 2025
23 August 2025 at Kaap Amsterdam
23 August 2025 at Kaap Amsterdam
Leather Pride Amsterdam 2025
16 October 2025 at CIty Amsterdam
16 October 2025 at CIty Amsterdam
Wasteland Amsterdam 2025
29 November 2025 at Northsea Venue, Hemkade 48
29 November 2025 at Northsea Venue, Hemkade 48
WorldPride Amsterdam 2026
25 July 2026 at Amsterdam
25 July 2026 at Amsterdam
Venues
LGBTQ+ Venues in Amsterdam
Our building has been facing one of the famous Amsterdam canals since 1640. Right across the oldest church of Amsterdam, you'll find us in the midst of one of the busiest and entertaining area's of [...]
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Amistad Hotel is one of the top locations in the city centre of Amsterdam you will find Amistad B&B (Bed & Breakfast). Housed in a beautifully decorated and traditional 400-year-old Dutch town house, [...]
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Hotel Downtown is not exclusively gay, but is certainly gay friendly. Amsterdam Downtown Hotel has a 24-hour reception, an elevator, all you can eat breakfast buffet, friendly receptionists who will [...]
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Amsterdam Hostel OrfeoMixed Hostel
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Updated: 07 Apr 2024
Leidsekruisstraat 12-14, 1017 RH, Amsterdam
Your stay in Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo will surely be something to remember. Book now and spend your nights in the comfort of our hostel’s rooms with pristine sheets and relaxing beds.Pick your budget [...]
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Welcome to Bar Bitterbal Are you ready to try over 25 varieties and curious to know what all the fuss is about? You’ve come to the right place! We are Bar Bitterbal, the first place with the largest [...]
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Bear-NecessityLGBTQ+ Night club
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Updated: 15 Jan 2025
Oostelijke Handelskade 4 1019 BM, Amsterdam
Everybody is welcome to our attitude free party! Bear-Necessity has established itself as one of Amsterdam’s most popular parties, attracting bears and their admirers from Amsterdam, as well as from [...]
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Café 't Mandje (meaning "little basket") was opened in 1927 by the legendary Bet van Beeren. Eldest daughter of a family of 14, born in 1902 in De Jordaan, lesbian Bet was a pioneer in human rights, [...]
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Ecomama is a hostel in the heart of Amsterdam. Times are changing and so are we. When travelling, we like to feel relaxed, connect and make a positive impact. At Ecomama, you can do just that. We [...]
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When we saw this old, 1920’s laboratory sitting empty on the banks of the River IJ, we just knew we had to bring it back to life! Simple but stylish Dutch design lets the building’s original features [...]
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Club Church is a premier cruise club since 2008! Church is not just a gay cruise club, it is also a safe and sexy space for many marginalized (sexual) groups, transcending the traditional boundaries [...]
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Club NYX, the Greek goddess of the night, was the daughter of Chaos. She was the mother of several children like Oneiroi (dreams) and Philotes (friendship). Club Nyx is a home for everyone. Our [...]
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Gay party night from the Rapido team. FunHouse party takes place at WesterUnie club and is just as sexy and intense as other Rapido events. The WesterUnie is a raw, industrial club in the middle of [...]
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Staying at Cocomama feels as safe and familiar as hanging out at mom's, but then in the heart of Amsterdam with other international trotters like you. It's a combination of the luxury and comfort of [...]
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Dragshowbar Lellebel, Established since 1997, it has been a pioneer for the LGBTQIAA+ community. And it continues to do so. A star-studded Drag bar, the only one in The Netherlands. A drag bar [...]
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Cruisy men-only. Completely renovated 2020, Slings, cabins, glory holes, orgy attic, benches, bathtub, slur ramp (sucktorarium). Dirty Dicks is for sure the most sleaze pit of Amsterdam with loads [...]
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Downtown is located in the oldest existing building of Reguliersdwarsstraat, dating back to 1642. It's a fine example of a typical 17th century Dutch house with a store front. Downtown is a cosy [...]
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Cruisy men-only Club. Completely renovated 2020, Bar, Club, Lounge area, weekends live DJ’s big light-, sound- and visual system. Glory holes, slings, cabins, benches and wet area. Can get [...]
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Generator AmsterdamMixed Bar, Self Catering
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Updated: 30 Sep 2023
Mauritskade 57, 1092 AD, Amsterdam
Generator Amsterdam is located in the up-and-coming eastern side of the city, overlooking Oosterpark. This former zoological university building can accommodate 564 guests in 168 twin and quadruple [...]
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Golden Bear hotelLGBTQ+ Hotel
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Updated: 09 Sep 2023
Kerkstraat 37, Amsterdam City Centre, 1017 GB, Amsterdam
The Golden Bear was once one of the most beloved Amsterdam gay hotels. The Golden Bear hotel is the city centre of Amsterdam, located by the famous Leidseplein is our Quentin Golden Bear hotel. If [...]
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The Homomonument symbolizes the long road of gay emancipation in the Netherlands and far beyond. It consists of three triangles of Rosa Porino Granite that together form one large triangle. The three [...]
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Hostelle – the female only hostel in Amsterdam Hostelle is the first and only all-female hostel in Amsterdam. Hostelle was started with the idea to provide a safe and fun place for women who are [...]
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Hotel CC is situated in the Warmoesstraat the historical and heritage centre of Amsterdam. Central Station is only 3 minutes walk from the hotel. Major tourist attractions such as the Dam Square-the [...]
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Hotel MercierLGBTQ+ Hotel
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Updated: 07 Apr 2024
Rozenstraat 12, Amsterdam City Centre, 1016 NX, Amsterdam
Hotel Mercier is a classic, retro and elegant. Step inside Hotel Mercier and feel at home. History relives at the straight friendly hotel with 48 rooms. The authentic style is shown in the interior. [...]
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With Amsterdam Central Station (Thalys, Eurostar, trams and metro) within walking distance and the nearby points of interest in the historic centre (the red light district, Anne Frank House and the [...]
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ibis Amsterdam Centre StoperaMixed Hotel
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Updated: 11 Dec 2024
Valkenburgerstraat 681011 LZ, Amsterdam
ibis Amsterdam Centre Stopera is a popular hotel on Travel Gay. The Ibis Centre Stopera is located near the metro station, 10 minutes to Dam Square, Rembrandt Square, and 20 minutes to Café ’t [...]
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Inntel Hotels Amsterdam CentreMixed Hotel
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Updated: 09 Oct 2024
Nieuwezijds Kolk 19, 1012 PV, Amsterdam
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Center is a 4-star hotel in the heart of Amsterdam and is very central and popular with gay travellers, with a contemporary view of the city. Within walking distance of the [...]
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Meininger Hotel Amsterdam AmstelMixed B&B
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Updated: 04 Sep 2024
Julianaplein 6, 1097 DN, Amsterdam
Meininger Hotel Amsterdam Amstel, no matter whether a business trip, family holiday, class trip or an individual city break - all guests find what they are looking for at the MEININGER Hotel [...]
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MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City WestLGBTQ+ B&B
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Updated: 23 Sep 2023
Orlyplein 1 - 67, 1043 DR, Amsterdam
MEININGER hotels are the ideal home-base for city break travellers to explore the whole city. So it is good that MEININGER has comfortable shared rooms and a delicious breakfast ready for guests, and [...]
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PRIK is hidden in the heart of Amsterdam and offers a friendly, no-nonsense environment where you can come and relax either indoors or on their lovely terrace. The menu consists of yummy bites and [...]
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Quentin Golden Bear HotelLGBTQ+ Hotel
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Updated: 02 May 2024
Kerkstraat 37, Amsterdam City Centre, 1017 GB, Amsterdam
Quentin Golden Bear Hotel is right in the centre of Amsterdam. All of them will provide you with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each room, except the Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom, [...]
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Sauna Nieuwezijds will be closed for renovations from midnight on the 6th of October until midday on the 26th of October. We apologise for the inconvenience! A stylish and cruisy sauna in the [...]
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Sex Museum in Amsterdam is a museum about a sensitive area of human sexuality is located in the busiest spot of Amsterdam, at the Damrak street, just in front of the Central Station, in the real [...]
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Soho Amsterdam is a charming and vibrant club. Through its many activities, there's always something going on. Exotic, passionate, and friendly staff serve you drinks and entertainment. A place to [...]
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Spijker Bar is the oldest, friendliest and attitude free gay bar in Amsterdam! Spijker Bar have served the gay community since 1978. Cosy bar, popular with a mix of local residents and visitors to [...]
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Stayokay Amsterdam Vondelpark is one of the largest and most up-to-date hostels in Europe. It has a unique location in the middle of the famous Vondelpark – a stone’s throw from the city’s shopping [...]
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Taboo is a popular gay bar in the main gay street of Amsterdam. We serve coffee, cocktails and play music videos. We have two daily happy hours 6-7pm & 1-2am Intimate Gay bar in the [...]
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The Bulldog HostelMixed Bar, Hostel
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Updated: 09 Oct 2024
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 216 – 2201012 GJ, Amsterdam
The Bulldog Hostel is the world’s first 5-star hostel. Wake up in one of the highest rated hostels in the world, located next to the Red Light District In a unique canal house Lounge Bar and [...]
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As The Cuckoo's Nest is a regular café/bar which happens to have a darkroom, there's no entrance fee. As we do need to make money to stay in business and keep the bar and darkroom clean and in [...]
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The Queen's Head is located at the edge of Amsterdam's famous red-light district, Café the Queen’s Head is one of Amsterdam's oldest gay bars and still going strong! The Queen's Head organises many [...]
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The Sixteen hotel offers 9 different styled rooms; vintage and design, comfort and fun, electric and funky. This boutique-style hotel is located in a 16th century canal house, a 5-minute walk from [...]
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The Web Bar Amsterdam Cosy, be yourself, Erotic For years, The WEB is a well established gay bar based in the heart of central Amsterdam. A place to feel comfortable, where you can be yourself while [...]
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Venustempel Sex MuseumLGBTQ+ Friendly Business
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Updated: 12 Aug 2024
Damrak 18,1012 LH, Amsterdam
Venustempel Sex Museum is located in the centre of Amsterdam, the Venustempel (temple of Venus) is the world's first and oldest sex museum. The museum looks at many aspects of sensual love through [...]
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Vereniging De Trut is a non-commercial dike and faggot disco, De Trut was founded in the early eighties. Profit was never the main goal of De Trut. From its beginning until the present, good [...]
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