San Francisco

Home to a vibrant gay and lesbian community and to a vast array of non-profit organizations supporting LGBT political and cultural movements, San Francisco has been crowned the gay capital of the United States for a reason.

A gay Mecca par excellence, the city is packed with numerous bars and clubs offering everything from drag shows, costumes parties, themed nights, and wild dancing. According to recent population demographics, 1 in 6 people in San Francisco is gay, so blending in won’t be a problem.

Being the gayest city in all land is only natural that you will find hundreds of gay-related things to do in San Francisco. Gay-friendly bars, restaurants, shops, spas, and hotels are scattered throughout every corner of the city for you to take your pick and enjoy. Head to Castro neighborhood, the gay epicenter of San Francisco where you will find everything from restaurants to wellness centers, spas and gay clubs. While there, pay a visit to Castro Theater, famous for its plays and its sing-along nights.

Besides the overwhelming number of bars and nightclubs, San Francisco is also known for its thriving cultural life. Whether you want to visit a museum, watch a play, attend a diva dance club or have a romantic getaway with your partner, San Francisco has it all. After all, they don’t call it the city of love for nothing.