Miami Gay Scene

Miami is considered one of the most gay-friendly cities in the world and the gay scene is in a constant state of flux. The Miami beach area still holds its allure and energy, but gay bars and restaurants have spread out across the city to the shores and the upper east side offering a more relaxed vibe.

Miami Gay Districts / Neighbourhoods

• South Beach – the bustling home of the gay scene in the city with its epicentre at Collins and Washington Avenues and Alton and Lincoln roads. Miami Beach is a city on a barrier island, separated from Miami proper by Biscayne Bay. South Beach takes up its southernmost two miles.
  TIP – Businesses in Miami open and close frequently.  The hot Saturday night club this year may not be hot on the same nights or in the same ways next year.
• Coconut Grove – directly south of downtown and east of Coral Gables, this area was the original home of Miami’s gay scene since the 1960s. Its prized location at the waterfront make Coconut Grove a busy destination year-round.
• Miami Shores & Upper East Side – discover the Design District, Edgewater and Belle Meade with great bars, galleries, boutiques and restaurants offering impressive views along Biscayne Bay.

Gay Bars

• Palace Bar– Going strong for almost 3 decades, Palace bar and restaurant is home to some great drag shows. Don’t miss Sunday brunch.
• Bar Gaythering – The hotel bar is home to some great theme nights Hares and is just two blocks from Lincoln Road. Enjoy meticulously crafted cocktails like the “Milton Coupe” or ” Alexander Beaverhausen” in either your swankiest or in beach shorts – you decide. There’s something different going on every night of the week, from Karaoke Monday’s hosted by Fantasia to Bears & Hares Fridays @ Gaythering.
• Gramps – Head to the colourful Wynwood Arts District, Gramps is a gay-friendly and hip Wynwood dance spot to enjoy delicious local beers and fantastic cocktails. They play a variety of music ranging from rock to EDM.
• Azucar –High-energy gay Latin nightspot with a drag wars show, cabaret nights, dancers & music by DJs. just off Coral Way Azucar is a home for Miami’s Latin LGBT population. The curious should check out Sunday night’s sultry noche de cabaret.
• WaterLOO – relaxed and comfortable vibe, stop by this newly opened lounge on Washington Ave. The space—which has a long bar along with comfy couch-like seating—feels like you could be hanging out in a friend’s living room. The party amps up on weekends.

Gay Clubs

• Twist – Famous South beach club, Twist is actually 7 bars in one, each bar having its own atmosphere and décor. You can literally “bar hop” without ever leaving this two story club.   Located on Washington Avenue, their motto is their mantra, “Never a cover, always a groove, 7 nights a week, every week of the year”.
• Score – Score remains the quintessential, gay nightclub experience for both locals and visitors.

Cruising

Club Aqua Miami (2991 Coral Way), 24-hours, men’s club, gym, steam and saunas, Jacuzzi, private cubicles, outdoor pool, patio and maze. Free admission 24/7 for 18-24 year-olds, Friday DJs and dancers, Sunday afternoons complimentary poolside BBQ, with drinks.