Gay Madrid

Gay Pride festival

Madrid boasts one of the worlds most legendary Gay Pride celebrations, and in 2009 and 2010 the city was voted Best Annual Gay Destination by fans of MTVs Logo channel. Revolving around the Chueca area, the event reaches its climax with an impressive parade which is always held on the first Saturday after 28 June.

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Gay-friendly accommodation

If you are looking for accommodation in the heart of the citys vibrant gay area, check out our information on hotels and hostels located in and near the Chueca neighbourhood

Nightlife

The Chueca area is packed with bars, pubs, cafes and nightclubs where you can dance the night away and arrive just in time for breakfast in the morning. These cafes, bars and clubs are open to all: make sure you take the time to get to know some of the areas most emblematic gay-friendly spots!

Shopping

Not only does it boast an excellent nightlife, the neighbourhood of Chueca is also home to some fantastic designer stores. Check out the areas bookshops, fashion boutiques and sex shops, which for years have offered a vast number of design articles, embodying the spirit of originality that so deeply runs through the neighbourhood.

V for Veggie

Just when you feel like you will never get away from hanging legs of ham, head to viva la Vida for a quick fix veggie feast. With everything from polenta style pizza to seaweed paella this restaurant/shop was the first vegetarian take away in the city. The other sit down version (also buffet style) is in la Latina and offers a similar selection with homemade smoothies and juices. Budget: medium 10-15euro