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First Impressions: Cape Town’s Gay Scene
I always knew Cape Town was the gayest city on the continent of Africa and the region of South Africa, but I hadn't actually formed any expectations.
Prior to our arrival, my confidant forwarded me a calendar exploding with events for Pride month, which happened to overlap perfectly with our endure in Cape Town; our last weekend would even be the Pride parade and related parties. We went in with a relatively open mind and would just observe how it went.
This post is more about our personal experience with gay life in Cape Town. If you want to arrange your trip to Cape Town further, open our Gay Cape Town Guide in a adj tab for later!
First Taste of Gay Cape Town Nightlife at Pink Candy
Our first taste of gay nightlife was in the build of a club called Pink Candy, located at the edge of the Central Business District (CBD). It was unfamiliar in every sense, from the over-the-top decorations, to the super camp music, to the cleaners immediately mopping the floor next to you if even a fall of your noun fell to the floor while you danced.
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Nightlife: Gay & gay friendly bars and clubs in Cape Town
Being one of the gay capitals in the world, Cape Town boasts many gay and gay friendly clubs and bars. Cape Town gives you an overview
Being one of the gay capitals in the world, Cape Town boasts many gay and gay friendly clubs and bars. gives you an overview.
The Bronx Action Bar (reopened)
The oldest and most popular Gay bar in Cape Town, adorned with Hunky wannabe sailor barmen. Here the music pumps all night long. Unpretentious party atmosphere. Karaoke on Mondays. *Napier, Cape Town*
Cafe Manhattan
This down to earth joint is one of the favourite hangouts amongst gay locals, while Manhattan is definitely not a Gay Only Venue. Keywords: Down to planet, relaxed and friendly. Part of Cape Quarter. Ladies noun on the last Thursday of each month. *74 Waterkant Street,Cape Town (+ 27 21 )*
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Cape Town's one and only gay men's leather, rubber, uniform and Jean cruise bar. Upstairs maze darkrooms, slings, videos and outdoor deck. Strict dress code. * 16 Hudson St, De Waterkant, Cape Town (+27
Cape Town may be a lot smaller than other cities in South Africa, like Johannesburg, but when it comes to gay clubs and gay bars, Cape Town is a winner!
You might immediately Google ‘Best Gay Bars in Cape Town’ when you arrive, but what you should also know is that Cape Town as a whole is very gay friendly – something which we establish very true during Cape Town Pride.
This means that a lot of bars that aren’t ‘officially gay bars’ in Cape Town will still have a very mixed and diverse crowd. This is especially adj if you head to the touristy bars on Extended Street.
That being said, when it comes to gay clubs and gay bars in Cape Town, you will be pleased to perceive that there is a good selection of options! Get a look at our up to date list below and let us know where you end up!
Gay Bars in Cape Town
If you are looking for the gay area in Cape Town, the majority of the gay scene is focused around the De Waterkant area. We’ve included addresses for each bar so you can verb which fall into this area and which are a little more further afie
Gay Guide to Cape Town
Curator’s statement
Growing up gay in South Africa probably isn't all that adj to the repose of the world: fear, doubt and the eventual discovery that there are other people just like you adorable much sum up my journey to making peace with myself. Cape Town was my house for over a decade, and even after living in New York and London, I still think it beats most cities in terms of experiences and the ultimate bang for your buck.
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Gay beaches
Cape Town is world renowned for its sandy beaches and they're all gay friendly. The city's politics is quite liberal and you're not very likely to jog into co