Patroc Amsterdam Gay Guide 2026
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Accommodation Tips
Hotel Amstelzicht
Hotel. ***, from 100 €
Small hotel at the Amstel, very close to the gay bars in Amsterdam's main gay area around Reguliersdwarsstraat and Amstel.
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Amstel 104
Amsterdam 1017 AD
Amsterdam 1017 AD
Tram: Rembrandtplein
Hotel Motel One Amsterdam-Waterlooplein
Hotel. ***, from 120 €
Modern, clean and good value for money. Conveniently located in the center of Amsterdam.
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Valkenburgerstraat 90
Amsterdam 1011 LZ
Amsterdam 1011 LZ
Bars & Pubs
Bears Amsterdam
The former bar ›The Web‹, since May 2025 the new honey pot for bears and friends in the center of Amsterdam.
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Sint Jacobsstraat 6
Amsterdam 1012 NC
Amsterdam 1012 NC
Blend
Bar in Amsterdam's famous gay street, with drag shows and bingo nights.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 41
Amsterdam 1016 BR
Amsterdam 1016 BR
+31 6 2955 7092 (mobile)
Blend XL
LGBT-oriented, spacious bar with dance floor, DJs and entertainment.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 44
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Tram: Koningsplein
+31 6 2955 7092 (mobile)
Exit
Gay-oriented bar in 'après-ski' style, next to Club NYX.
Mixed clientele. Busiest after 01:00.
Mixed clientele. Busiest after 01:00.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 42a
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Tram: Koningsplein
Lellebel
Small bar and safe space for the queer community in Amsterdam.
Trans/queer womyn owned and operated.
See the Lellebel website for upcoming LGBTQ oriented events such as karaoke nights, drag shows and comedy.
Trans/queer womyn owned and operated.
See the Lellebel website for upcoming LGBTQ oriented events such as karaoke nights, drag shows and comedy.
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Utrechtsestraat 4
Amsterdam 1017 VN
Amsterdam 1017 VN
Montmartre
Dutch Pop and Schlager music pub.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 48
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
+31 6 5200 4763 (mobile)
Pamela
Queer bar with street terrace, dinner parties, readings, exhibitions and DJs.
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Jacob van Lennepstraat 86 H
Amsterdam 1053 HM
Amsterdam 1053 HM
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
+31 6 1965 3239 (mobile)
SoHo
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
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 8786 3444 (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
Clubs & Parties
See also our overview of upcoming Irregular Parties and Events in Amsterdam.
3x NYX
Saturday 23:00 – 05:00
Big club with several dancefloors, bars and lounge areas.
Mixed young clientele. Music: Pop, Urban and House.
Admission: from 14 €
Mixed young clientele. Music: Pop, Urban and House.
Admission: from 14 €
@ Club Nyx
Reguliersdwarsstraat 42
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Amsterdam 1017 BM
Tram: Koningsplein
De Trut
Sunday 22:00 – 03:00 (entry till approx. 23:00)
Very popular ›non-commercial dike and faggot disco‹ with a mixed clientele.
Cheap drinks and admission.
Limited capacity – it is advised to queue by 21:30 to get in.
Admission: 3 €
Cheap drinks and admission.
Limited capacity – it is advised to queue by 21:30 to get in.
Admission: 3 €
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Bilderdijkstraat 165 E
Amsterdam 1053 KP
Amsterdam 1053 KP
Tram: Bilderdijkstraat/Kinkerstraat
Cruising & Fetish
Eagle Amsterdam
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
Club Church
Two floors of dance and play space. Different theme nights several times a week – check the program on the Church website.
Admission: 10-15 €
Admission: 10-15 €
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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).
Busiest after midnight.
Minimum consumption: 1-2 drinks
Busiest after midnight.
Minimum consumption: 1-2 drinks
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Warmoesstraat 86
Amsterdam 1012 JH
Amsterdam 1012 JH
Free Willie
New bar in Amsterdam for gay men as well as trans and non-binary people.
(Un)dresscode naked!
With lounge and pool table.
Admission: 6 €
(Un)dresscode naked!
With lounge and pool table.
Admission: 6 €
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Amstel 178
Amsterdam 1017 AE
Amsterdam 1017 AE
Saunas
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: ≈ 26 €, incl. 1st drink (≈ 18 € 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: ≈ 26 €, incl. 1st drink (≈ 18 € up to 26 years)
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Nieuwezijds Armsteeg 95
Amsterdam 1012 NB
Amsterdam 1012 NB
Tram, Bus: Nieuwezijds Kolk
Shops
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
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
House of Riegillio
Wednesday-Sunday 13:30 – 21:00
Queer store with fetish gear, casual streetwear, underwear and accessories, featuring brands such as MR. Riegillio , Barcode, Alpha Industries and Adidas.
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Reguliersdwarsstraat 39
Amsterdam 1017 BK
Amsterdam 1017 BK
Mister B
Daily 11:00 – 19:00
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
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