The Best Gay-friendly Bars in Paris
It’s called Gay Paree for a reason, you know! There’s one Parisian neighborhood where you’ll find more gay-friendly nightlife than anywhere else, and that’s the Marais. Below are ten of the best cafés, bars, and clubs where you can eat, drink, dance and be free.
1. RAIDD
Bar, Cocktail Bar, Nightclub, Gay Bar, Pub Grub
2. Les Souffleurs
Bar, Pub Grub, Seafood, Dim Sum, French
3. Freedj
Bar, Gay Bar, Pub Grub
The name Bears’den should say it all: it’s big, it’s hairy and, as long as you don’t rub it up the wrong way, warm and cuddly. This three-story bar on the outskirts of the Marais, further towards Châtelet, is a welcoming and fun establishment for bears and their admirers. It is also especially loved for its wonderful staff.
4. CUD
Nightclub, Gay Bar, Pub Grub, Seafood
5. OPEN Café
Gay Bar, Pub Grub, Seafood, French
6. Café COX
Bar, Pub Grub
7. Duplex Bar
Bar, Pub Grub
8. Banana Café
Bar, Cafe, Pub Grub, Seafood, French
La Boîte à Frissons at Tango
At the northern edge of the Marais, not far from the Arts et Métiers metro station, is arguably the friendliest nightlife establishment in the city: La Boite à Frissons. On weekends, people of all ages, genders, and orientations dance the night away under its disco ball to all genres of music. All of them besides techno, that is, because, apparently, it’s the mean cousin in the music family. There’s also a story time for which you will be required to take a seat on the dance floor. Be sure to check out the website for information on regular theme nights.
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