LGBTQ+ guide to Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a welcoming destination for LGBTQ+ travelers, with a long history of tolerance and acceptance. The city is home to a thriving gay scene, with numerous bars, clubs, and events, including the famous Amsterdam Pride canal parade. From its gay-friendly accommodations to its inclusive attitude, Amsterdam is an ideal destination for LGBTQ+ travelers looking to explore a city that values diversity and equality.

Top LGBTQ+ venues in Amsterdam

Amistad — bar
De Trut — bar
Bears Amsterdam — bar
Bridges — restaurant
Bananenbar — bar
The Bluenose Pub — restaurant
Bar Moustache — restaurant
VanOost Restaurant — restaurant
Superball Amsterdam — other
2Pr — bar

Upcoming LGBTQ+ events in Amsterdam

BECOMING ageless — 2026-11-27
Pornceptual — 2026-12-11
WTF Queer Wednesday — 2026-10-28
Mates & Mascara — 2026-10-11
Whoop Whoop Whoop, Soup Soup Soup! — 2026-10-21
KALEIDO Presents: KIKI Collective — 2026-10-10
Feestelijke opening: Queer Amsterdam — 2026-11-14
Amsterdam Leather & Fetish Pride — 2026-10-15
Digital Detox Hangout — 2026-11-15
Het Regenboog Huiskamer Danspaleis — 2026-10-08

Plan your trip

Check the country safety guide before you go, and browse queer-friendly hotels and queer villages for a place to stay.