Our Mission
Helping LGBTQ+ travellers feel
at home anywhere in the world
For 17 years, GayOut has been the place LGBTQ+ travellers turn to before they pack their bags. We started as a small directory of bars and clubs. Today we're a global guide — covering legal status, Pride parades, neighbourhoods, hidden spots, and the businesses that welcome you home.
Safety first
Every country page shows real LGBTQ+ legal status, criminalisation risks, and partnership rights — so you can travel informed.
Curated by humans
Every listing is reviewed by our team. No bot scrapes. No fake businesses. Real venues, real reviews, real photos.
Built for community
We're owned and run by LGBTQ+ people. Every feature is designed with our community in mind — not advertisers.
What you'll find
Your complete LGBTQ+ travel toolkit
Everything you need before, during, and after your trip — all in one place.
Bars, clubs & nightlife
From dive bars to mega-clubs, drag shows to underground scenes — every type of LGBTQ+ nightlife, with hours, dress codes, and what to expect.
Gay-friendly hotels
Hotels and B&Bs that genuinely welcome LGBTQ+ guests — verified by our team and the community.
Beaches & cruising spots
Beaches, parks, and outdoor spots — with safety tips and local context. We tell you what visitors actually need to know.
Pride parades & mega events
Every major Pride, circuit party, leather event, and bear week — with dates, schedules, and where to stay.
Legal & safety index
195 countries scored on LGBTQ+ rights — same-sex laws, marriage, anti-discrimination, gender recognition, and risks.
World gay map
Interactive map of every venue, neighbourhood, and event we cover. Filter by category, see opening hours at a glance.
AI Trip Planner
Tell us your destination, dates, and vibe — get a personalised LGBTQ+ itinerary in 10 seconds. Free, no signup.
Verified reviews
Reviews from real LGBTQ+ travellers, not anonymous Yelp users. We moderate for authenticity.
Our Story
17 years, and counting
2008
GayOut launches
A small directory of LGBTQ+ bars and clubs — hand-curated, no ads, built for the community.
2014
Global expansion
We cross 100 countries. Pride parades and circuit events become a core feature.
2019
Safety index
We launch the LGBTQ+ Travel Index — 195 countries scored on rights, laws, and risks.
2024
11 languages
GayOut becomes available in English, Spanish, Hebrew, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Arabic, and Turkish.
2026
AI Trip Planner
Personalised LGBTQ+ itineraries in 10 seconds. Photos, reviews, and venue tools redesigned.
Meet the team
Real people behind the guide
GayOut is built and edited by a small team of LGBTQ+ travellers — not a faceless content farm.
For Business Owners
Run an LGBTQ+ venue?
Get listed in 2 minutes.
Free listings forever. Visitors find you through search, our world map, and city guides. Premium plans available for tap-to-call, homepage features, and analytics.
Trust signals
Why people trust us
- ✓17 years serving the LGBTQ+ travel community without interruption
- ✓Listed on TripAdvisor as a trusted LGBTQ+ travel resource
- ✓Reviewed by Google — 4.8 average across our review-enabled venues
- ✓SSL-secured with end-to-end encryption on payments
- ✓GDPR / CCPA / LGPD compliant — your data, your control
- ✓Owned by LGBTQ+ people — community-first, not investor-first
Get in touch
We'd love to hear from you
Whether you've spotted an error, want to suggest a venue, or are a media partner — drop us a line.
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