Patroc Amsterdam Gay Guide 2021
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Accommodation Tips
Amistad Hotel
Hotel, gay-friendly. **, 50–200 €
Small gay-oriented hotel in the historic center of Amsterdam.
Very clean and recently renovated and modernized in 2018.
Fabulous breakfast till 12:00.
Very clean and recently renovated and modernized in 2018.
Fabulous breakfast till 12:00.
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Kerkstraat 42
Amsterdam 1017 GM
Amsterdam 1017 GM
Tram: Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht
Hotel Amstelzicht
Hotel. ***, from 80 €
Small hotel at the Amstel, very close to the gay bars in Amsterdam's main gay area around Reguliersdwarsstraat & Amstel.
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Amstel 104
Amsterdam 1017 AD
Amsterdam 1017 AD
Tram: Rembrandtplein
Cafes
Brug34
LGBT-friendly cafe-bar for breakfast and snacks, coffee and wine.
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Utrechtsestraat 19
Amsterdam 1017 VH
Amsterdam 1017 VH
Tram: Rembrandtplein, Keizersgracht
Mankind
LGBT-friendly pub with canal-side terrace.
Beer, sandwiches and various other dishes.
Located between the Museum quarter and the Spiegel quarter with its antique shops.
Beer, sandwiches and various other dishes.
Located between the Museum quarter and the Spiegel quarter with its antique shops.
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Weteringstraat 60
Amsterdam 1017 SP
Amsterdam 1017 SP
Tram: Weteringcirquit, Spiegelgracht
Bars & Pubs
Important note: Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, some places might be closed or opening hours may have changed. Please check the websites and Facebook pages of the respective venues for the latest information.
Amstel Fiftyfour
Gay and lesbian music bar. Occasionally with drag shows.
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Amstel 54
Amsterdam 1017 AB
Amsterdam 1017 AB
+31 6 12232254 (mobile)
Bar Blend
New bar in Amsterdam's famous gay street.
With drag shows and bingo nights.
With drag shows and bingo nights.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 41
Amsterdam 1016 BR
Amsterdam 1016 BR
+31 6 29557092 (mobile)
Blend XL
New LGBT-friendly pop-up club in Amsterdam's gay street Reguliersdwarsstraat.
Spacious bar with big dance floor, live DJs and entertainment.
Spacious bar with big dance floor, live DJs and entertainment.
@ Club Nyx
Reguliersdwarsstraat 44
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Tram: Koningsplein
Brug34
LGBT-friendly cafe-bar for breakfast and snacks, coffee and wine.
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Utrechtsestraat 19
Amsterdam 1017 VH
Amsterdam 1017 VH
Tram: Rembrandtplein, Keizersgracht
Café 't Mandje
The grande dame of Amsterdam's gay & lesbian nightlife. It was the first gay bar in the Netherlands (and one of the first in the world) when it was opened in 1927. Reopened in 2008 with a preserved interior, 't Mandje today is a small cozy bar with a mixed clientele. Music: Dutch ›Schlager‹, chansons, Pop.
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Zeedijk 63
Amsterdam 1012 AS
Amsterdam 1012 AS
Exit Après Chique
Gay bar in 'après-ski' style, next to Club NYX.
Mixed clientele.
Mixed clientele.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 42a
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Tram: Koningsplein
+31 682363649 (mobile)
Fame
Small gay bar by the Amstel river in the center of Amsterdam.
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Amstel 50
Amsterdam 1017 AB
Amsterdam 1017 AB
Lellebel
Small bar with local drag shows and karaoke.
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Utrechtsestraat 4
Amsterdam 1017 VN
Amsterdam 1017 VN
Montmartre
Popular Dutch Pop and Schlager music pub.
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Halvemaansteeg 17
Amsterdam 1017 CR
Amsterdam 1017 CR
+31 6 52004763 (mobile)
Prik
Popular gay cocktail bar. Modern and friendly atmosphere. Snacks available.
Gets busy early.
Gets busy early.
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Spuistraat 109
Amsterdam 1012 SV
Amsterdam 1012 SV
Tram: Nieuwezijds Kolk
Reality
Reopened September 2021, 19:00 – 24:00
Small gay bar for black and coloured men & friends.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 129
Amsterdam 1017 BL
Amsterdam 1017 BL
+31 6 24217946 (mobile)
SoHo
Reopened April 2021
Big gay lounge bar with London pub style.
In good weather with street terrace.
In good weather with street terrace.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 36
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Spijkerbar
Reopened 2021
Traditional gay jeans bar with pool table.
›Separating the men from the boys for over 40 years.‹
›Separating the men from the boys for over 40 years.‹
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Kerkstraat 4
Amsterdam 1017 GL
Amsterdam 1017 GL
+31 6 15505446 (mobile)
Taboo
Very busy gay bar in the Reguliersdwarsstraat. Mixed ages.
With weekly drag shows and popular street terrace.
With weekly drag shows and popular street terrace.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 45
Amsterdam 1017 BK
Amsterdam 1017 BK
+31 6 87863444 (mobile)
Taboo Kantine
Bar with street terrace and snacks, right next to the Taboo bar.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 43
Amsterdam 1017 BK
Amsterdam 1017 BK
+31 6 87863444 (mobile)
The Queen's Head
Friendly gay bar with weekly drag shows and eccentric bingo shows.
On weekends with DJs.
In the back cozy nook with canal view.
On weekends with DJs.
In the back cozy nook with canal view.
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Zeedijk 20
Amsterdam 1012 AZ
Amsterdam 1012 AZ
+31 20 420 2475, +31 6 19382899 (mobile)
Clubs & Parties
See also our overview of upcoming Irregular Parties and Events in Amsterdam.
Important note: Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, some places might be closed or opening hours may have changed. Please check the websites and Facebook pages of the respective venues for the latest information.
3x NYX
Big club with several dancefloors, bars and lounge areas.
Mixed young clientele. Music: Pop, Urban and House.
Admission: 10-13 €
Mixed young clientele. Music: Pop, Urban and House.
Admission: 10-13 €
@ Club Nyx
Reguliersdwarsstraat 42
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Tram: Koningsplein
Blend XL
New LGBT-friendly pop-up club in Amsterdam's gay street Reguliersdwarsstraat.
Spacious bar with big dance floor, live DJs and entertainment.
Spacious bar with big dance floor, live DJs and entertainment.
@ Club Nyx
Reguliersdwarsstraat 44
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Tram: Koningsplein
De Trut
Very popular ›non-commercial dike and faggot disco‹ with a mixed clientele.
Limited capacity – it is advised to queue by 21:30 to get in.
Limited capacity – it is advised to queue by 21:30 to get in.
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Bilderdijkstraat 165 E
Amsterdam 1053 KP
Amsterdam 1053 KP
Tram: Bilderdijkstraat/Kinkerstraat
Cruising & Fetish
Important note: Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, some places might be closed or opening hours may have changed. Please check the websites and Facebook pages of the respective venues for the latest information.
Church
Reopening 6 October 2021
2 floors of dance and play space. Different theme nights six times a week – check the program on the Church website.
Admission: 7-15 €
Admission: 7-15 €
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Kerkstraat 52
Amsterdam 1017 GM
Amsterdam 1017 GM
Cuckoo's Nest
Started 1984 as a leather bar, now without fetish and dresscodes.
The cruising labyrinth in the basement is quite busy at late evening.
Minimum consumption: 1 drink
The cruising labyrinth in the basement is quite busy at late evening.
Minimum consumption: 1 drink
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Nieuwezijds Kolk 6
Amsterdam 1012 PV
Amsterdam 1012 PV
Dirty Dicks
Small gay cruise bar. A bit fetish-oriented, but without dresscodes (except for special parties).
Minimum consumption: 1-2 drinks
Minimum consumption: 1-2 drinks
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Warmoesstraat 86
Amsterdam 1012 JH
Amsterdam 1012 JH
Eagle Amsterdam
Reopening Saturday 25 September 2021, 16:00
Gay cruise bar. Traditionally associated with leather and denim, but open to all types of gays.
Minimum consumption: 1 drink
Minimum consumption: 1 drink
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Warmoesstraat 90
Amsterdam 1012 JH
Amsterdam 1012 JH
The Web
Gay bar in the center of Amsterdam. Some cruising upstairs.
Minimum consumption: 1 drink
Minimum consumption: 1 drink
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Sint Jacobsstraat 6
Amsterdam 1012 NC
Amsterdam 1012 NC
Saunas
Important note: Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, some places might be closed or opening hours may have changed. Please check the websites and Facebook pages of the respective venues for the latest information.
Sauna Nieuwezijds
Modern, clean and well maintained. With spacious lounge bar.
Mixed ages.
Located in the center of Amsterdam, close to the central station.
ID card needed to access the sauna.
Admission: 22.50 €, incl. 1st drink (16 € up to 26 years)
Mixed ages.
Located in the center of Amsterdam, close to the central station.
ID card needed to access the sauna.
Admission: 22.50 €, incl. 1st drink (16 € up to 26 years)
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Nieuwezijds Armsteeg 95
Amsterdam 1012 NB
Amsterdam 1012 NB
Tram, Bus: Nieuwezijds Kolk
Shops
Artem Bodywear
Fashionable underwear and beachwear for men.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 39
Amsterdam 1017 BK
Amsterdam 1017 BK
Black Body
Fetish shop for men: underwear, sportswear, rubber, leather etc.
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Kerkstraat 173
Amsterdam 1017 GH
Amsterdam 1017 GH
Tram: Keizersgracht
+31 20 626 2553, +31 683863467 (mobile)
Gays & Gadgets / Underground
Daily 12:00 – 19:00
Gifts, gadgets, cards and party tickets. Gay magazines, flyers and discount cards.
In the basement with fetish shop Underground.
In the basement with fetish shop Underground.
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Spuistraat 44
Amsterdam 1012 TV
Amsterdam 1012 TV
Tram: Nieuwezijds Kolk
Mister B
Famous shop for leather and rubber gear, erotic toys etc.
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Prinsengracht 192
Amsterdam 1016 GW
Amsterdam 1016 GW
Tram, Bus: Westermarkt
Pink Point
Reopened May 2021, Monday-Saturday 10:00 – 18:00, Sunday 12:00 – 18:00, extended opening hours during special events
Gay and lesbian information and souvenir kiosk at the Homomonument in Amsterdam.
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Westermarkt
Amsterdam 1016 DH
Amsterdam 1016 DH
RoB Amsterdam
Famous shop for leather gear and toys in the center of Amsterdam.
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Warmoesstraat 71
Amsterdam 1012 HX
Amsterdam 1012 HX
Shirt Shop
Daily 13:00 – 18:45/19:00
Shirts, T-shirts, trousers and underwear for men.
Not for brand addicts – the shop focuses on design and quality.
Not for brand addicts – the shop focuses on design and quality.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 64
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM