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Christmas & New Year
in Lisbon 2025 | 2026
Come to Lisbon for some Festive fun and wish all those hot Portuguese guys a Feliz Natal (Merry Christmas) and Feliz Ano Novo (Happy New Year).
Christmas & New Year in Lisbon 2025 | 2026
Come to Lisbon for some Festive fun and wish all those hot Portuguese guys a Feliz Natal (Merry Christmas) and Feliz Ano Novo (Happy New Year)! Lisbon is a city full of traditions, and those traditions come alive even more in the lead up to Christmas and New Year.
- For those looking for a treat this Christmas in Lisbon, consider the Valverde Hotel a 25 room perfectly preserved 19th-century townhouse turned boutique hotel, truly sublime and beautifully decorated for the holiday season.
The Christmas Markets
The streets of Lisbon come alive in the winter with lights, music and attractions, perfect for browsing in the warm Portuguese winter.
- Wonderland Lisboa – Awaiting dates – From Monday to Thursday – 12 pm to 9 pm, 12 pm on Friday and Saturday.
The Christmas spirit fills the Parque Eduardo VII, transforming it into a “Wonderland”! As usual, the Ferris wheel will be there to offer spectacular views over the city, alongside an ice rink. Other attractions include live performances and a Santa village. Admission to Wonderland Lisboa is free, with charges for the various attractions.- Christmas Market At Campo Pequeno – Awaiting dates – Typically the first and second weekends in December – Browse from over 100 different exhibitors selling a wide range of gift items, from vintage clothes and jewellery to collector toys and more. All items are of Portuguese origin.
- Óbidos Vila Natal – Awaiting dates, Typically from the 6th of December until the Epiphany – One hour’s drive north of Lisbon, you will find Óbidos, a quaint little village that turns into a Christmas wonderland during December. The town is famous for its Medieval Castle, which provides the perfect backdrop for the market, skating rink and fairground. You should also try their delicious Ginja, a festive sour cherry liqueur.
- Rossio Square Christmas Market – Rossio Mercado de Natal – Awaiting dates – Late November, Daily from 12 pm to 8 pm.
Discover an eclectic mix of handmade gifts and local and regional products in the heart of Lisbon, in Baixa, near the Barrio Alto. Enjoy a glass of delicious hot wine in between your shopping expeditions. Rossio Square is the market to visit for authentic Portuguese treats.Where to stay
- Brown’s | Central Hotel is a charming 4-star hotel with a Superb rating in the heart of Lisbon with delicious breakfast options and unique decor.
- Check out the top hotels closest to Lisbon’s gay bars.
Gay Lisbon
- Gay bars in Lisbon line the streets of the Principe Real area and Barrio Alto. Most of the bars in Principe Real get busier earlier than in Barrio Alto, where the scene is mixed with an anything-go attitude. It takes about ten minutes-drive to get between the two barrios.
- Begin your evening at Side Bar and try one of their delicious cocktails. Bearded, beary and hunky guys and their friends and admirers congregate at TR3S Lisboa one of gay Lisbon’s busiest venues. Other options include Shelter Bar, another popular bear haunt with fun dance nights.
- Staying at the Memmo Príncipe Real, close to the centre of Lisbon’s gay nightlife scene. The design hotel is tucked away in a quiet corner, with large rooms and high-end amenities.
Dining out
Party after a great meal. These are our favourite restaurants in the gay district.
- A Cevicheria is an intimate restaurant service delicious ceviche and seafood dishes with an Asian twist. Try their pisco sours.
- K.O.B. is perfect for meat lovers. The restaurant has a fabulous art deco interior and an excellent wine list.
- La Paparrucha offers breathtaking views and a modern take on the Argentinian grill.
- Tapisco Lisboa A blend of Spanish tapas and Portuguese pestiscos, Tapisco is all about sharing food at the table.
Late Night & New Year Parties
- New year’s in Lisbon has many names, Le Réveillon, São Silvestre, and Passagem de Ano. Midnight fireworks welcome the new year across the city.
- The biggest and most popular party and fireworks display happen at Praça do Comércio (Terreiro Do Paco), the big square in Lisbon. Entry is free, and there’s live music from around 10 pm. Belém is another popular destination and is less hectic than Praça do Comércio.
- Trumps, the best and biggest gay club in Lisbon, is at the heart of the lively gay quarter, Príncipe Real. The club is famous for its drag performers and go-go boys and gets busy from 2 am, after the bars have closed. Running for over 35 years, the club is a Lisbon institution.
- Finalmente is poplar with more laid back. Thanks to the club’s raised dance floor, this small but legendary club is popular with those exhibitionists who love to dance.
- Discover the best places to party, stay and play with our Gay Guide to Lisbon.
Recommended Hotels in Lisbon
The following hotels all close to the city’s top attractions and Christmas markets
Lisboa Carmo Hotel, The Lumiares Hotel & Spa HF Fenix Garden, The Late Birds Lisbon
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The gay bars are a little spread out but taxis are cheap, we have chosen Hotels close to the gay bars that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner .
EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel, 8, Avenida Fontes Pereira de Melo, Coração de Jesus, Santo António, Lisbon, 1069-310, Portugal
This 5-star property offers spacious and elegantly designed suites and rooms that have private bathrooms with a bathtub and shower. Suites include a living room with a workstation. Facilities include LCD TV with cable channels, minibar, and luxury and well-being amenities.
Travessa André Valente 21a, 1200-024 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in Bairro Alto, in the heart of Lisbon Historical center, The Late Birds Lisbon - Gay Men's Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a sun deck and a lounge bar.
Each air-conditioned room at The Late Birds Lisbon includes a computer, a cable channel TV, free WiFi access and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.
Rua Da Oliveira Ao Carmo 1-3, 1200-122 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in the heart of the city, Lisboa Carmo Hotel features luxury rooms with classic and contemporary décor. The upper floors of the hotel offer views of the Tagus River and Lisbon's old town. The popular Bairro Alto district is a 3 minutes' walk away.
The stylish rooms have pastel coloured walls. Each is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have Saint Jorge Castle, city and Tagus River views. An in-room breakfast is available.
HF Fénix Garden, São Mamede, Santo António, Lisbon, 1050-010, Portugal
The stylish Hotel Fenix Garden is situated on the Marquês de Pombal Square in the centre of Lisbon. Eduardo VII Park and Marques Pombal Metro Station are just steps away, while the high-end shops and boutiques of Avenida da Liberdade are at a short walk. The HF Fénix Garden offers bright accommodation with wooden floors. Each air-conditioned room offers free WiFi, a work desk, cable TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
R. do Diário de Notícias 127, 1200-011 Lisboa, Portugal
All units have a cable flat-screen TV. Some units include a dining area and or balcony. There is also a kitchen, fitted with an oven & microwave. as well as a coffee machine. A private bathroom with a bath or shower & free toiletries.
R. do Diário de Notícias 36, 1200-284 Lisboa, Portugal
The apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi, air conditioning
R. das Gáveas 76, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
Each apartment comes with a balcony, a dining area & private bathrooms with shower & free toiletries. The apartments include a double bedroom & the superior apartments have a double sofa-bed in the living room.
R. da Misericórdia 67, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
These modern and spacious apartments are located in a renovated 18th-century building in Lisbon’s Chiado district. All apartments feature a spacious kitchen with a dishwasher and washing machine. Most have a private balcony.
Rua de São Marçal 106, Lisbon 1200-422
● Friendly gay music bar in the Príncipe Real quarter
● Weekend DJs
● Mixed ages
Daily 19:30 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Rosa 157/159, Lisbon 1200-383
● LGBT+ friendly
● Located in the quieter part of Bairro Alto
Wednesday, Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00;
Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 41, Lisbon 1200-106
● Popular spot at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Mixed clientele
Tuesday-Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00
Travessa da Água da Flor 17, Lisbon 1200-339
● LGBT-friendly bar
● Offers music, books, drinks and a friendly atmosphere
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Barroca 6-12, Lisbon 1200-862
● LGBT-friendly music bar in a former bakery
● Located in Bairro Alto
Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua das Salgadeiras 28, Lisbon 1200
● LGBTQ-friendly music lounge bar
● Small dancefloor
Wednesday, Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua da Palmeira 43 A, Lisbon 1200-312
● Bears-friendly music lounge bar
● Located in Príncipe Real quarter
Monday-Thursday 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 03:00; Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 33, Lisbon 1200-047
● Small gay cocktail bar at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Street crowded with people at night, especially on weekends
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua Ruben António Leitão 2A, Lisbon 1200-392
● Big gay bar for bears, chubbies, mature guys and friends
● Hosts annual Lisbon Bear Pride and co-runs Villa 3 Caparica resort
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua Manuel Bernardes 2B, Lisbon 1200
● Small bears-friendly bar with dark cruising area
● Busiest after midnight
● Minimum consumption: €5
Tuesday-Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 21:00 – 03:00; Sunday 20:00 – 02:00
Rua da Imprensa Nacional 104 B, Lisbon 1250-127
● Gay club with exciting shows and a lot of Pop music.
● On Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy a second dancefloor with House, Techno, and Commercial remixes starting around 03:00.
● Friendly staff and a young crowd on Fridays.
● Admission: 12-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday-Saturday 24:00 – 05:00/06:00
Rua Cecilio de Sousa 84, Lisbon 1200-102
● Situated in the vibrant Príncipe Real quarter.
● Features House, Techno, Commercial remixes, and Pop music.
● Reopened in November 2022.
● Admission: 15 €.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 24:00 – 06:00
Rua Nogueira e Sousa 11, Lisbon 1150-237
● Small, straightforward gay cruise bar
● Features (un)dress codes, lockers, two cabins, and a sling
● Slightly off the beaten path
● Admission: 10 €, includes 6 € for drinks
Sunday to Thursday from 3pm to 2am
Friday and Saturday from 3pm to 3am
Rua da Palmeira 38, Lisbon 1200-313
● A beloved gay bar known for its drag shows, DJs, and dancefloor.
● A staple in Lisbon's nightlife for over 45 years.
Daily till 05:00/06:00
Rua de São Bento 157, Lisbon 1200-817
● LGBT-friendly club spinning Pop, R'n'B, and Funk tunes.
● Attracts a mix of young and middle-aged clientele.
● Admission: 10-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday 23:30 – 05:00; Friday, Saturday 24:00 – 06:00
Miguel Pais 39 1200-172 Lisboa Portugal
● gay cruising club + men's fetish & sex shop ● Bar with drinks & snacks. Play area with cruising zone, sling, cabins, glory holes, dark room. Lockers, condoms, lube, douche.
Mon – Thurs: 17h-02h Fri & Sat: 17h-03h Sun: 17h-02h
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EPIC SANA Marquês
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-star, heated infinity pool.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Bathtub, shower, workstation.
- Luxurious stay with panoramic pool views, perfect for business and leisure travelers.
Lisboa Carmo Hotel
4 Star, Homely
- 4-star, city heart, Tagus River views.
- Close to the gay district.
- Air conditioning, flat-screen TV.
- Elegant comfort in a prime location, ideal for exploring Lisbon’s rich culture.
The Late Birds Lisbon
4 Star, Gay Resort
- 4-star, gay resort, Bairro Alto.
- In the heart of the gay district.
- Computer, cable TV.
- Exclusive, gay-friendly retreat with outdoor pool, perfect for socializing and relaxation.
HF Fenix Garden
3 Star, Great Value
- 3-star, Marquês de Pombal Square.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Air-conditioned, free WiFi, cable TV.
- Affordable chic in central Lisbon, steps from major attractions and shopping avenues.
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Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Lisbon
Lisbon is generally considered to be an open and LGBTQ+ friendly city. The LGBTQ+ community in Lisbon has a visible presence, and there are several neighborhoods, events, and venues that cater to and celebrate the community.
Principe Real | In the heart of gay Lisbon
Photo: Principe Real is home to some of Lisbon’s most popular gay bars
- Príncipe Real is often considered one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly neighborhoods in Lisbon.
- It has a reputation for being inclusive and welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community.
- Many LGBTQ+-oriented businesses, including bars, cafes, and shops, can be found here.
- Discover the best things to see and do in Principe Real
Bairro Alto
Bairro Alto is a popular nightlife district with a variety of bars and clubs, it’s known for its vibrant atmosphere.
Alfama
Alfama is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Lisbon, famous for its narrow alleys & historic buildings.
Baixa
Baixa is the historic downtown area of Lisbon, noted for its grand plazas, elegant squares, and wide boulevards.
Avenida da Liberdade
One of the most prestigious & famous avenues in Lisbon, home to upscale shops & luxury hotels.
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