גאה באורוגוואי

Yes — same-sex marriage is legal in אורוגוואי. See the Legal Status panel on this page for the specifics. Uruguay is South America's most LGBTQ+-progressive country. Homosexuality was decriminalised in 1934; same-sex marriage and joint adoption have been legal since 2013. A comprehensive anti-discrimination law covers sexual orientation and gender identity, and the 2018 Integral Trans Law allows gender self-identification without medical requirements. Same-sex couples are treated identically to opposite-sex couples in hotels and public life. Montevideo is safe and welcoming for LGBTQ+ travellers.

The cities listed on this page have the most active LGBTQ+ scenes in אורוגוואי, typically anchored by the capital and the largest tourist cities. Each city page links to verified LGBTQ+ venues and upcoming events.

Yes — gay-friendly and gay-popular hotels are listed on each city page in אורוגוואי. International chains in central districts are reliably welcoming; independent boutique options are flagged where the community has verified them.

Pride events take place in אורוגוואי — check the events calendar on this site and each city page for the current year's dates.