Paris Gay Bars

One of Paris’ most popular gay bars. Le RAIDD is famous for its Shower Show on Thursdays when several hot, hunky male dancers get wet & wild in a huge aquarium-like tank embedded in the wall.

And if that’s not enough eye candy, then feast your eyes on the gorgeous bar staff. Drinks are reasonably priced, and there’s a cosy lounge area in the basement.

nearest station : Hôtel de Ville

One of the most famous and centrally located gay bars with a big crowd spilling on to the sidewalk.

COX tends to attract the butch-type crowd wearing jeans, T-shirt and short haircut. Resident DJ’s offer fresh house sets every day, and the bar’s décor is updated regularly. Happy hour 6pm-9pm.

nearest station : Hôtel de Ville

Gay bar with a popular but small basement dance floor. Freedj gets very crowded on the weekend, with the crowd spilling out onto the street.

Happy hour 6pm-10pm.

nearest station : Hôtel de Ville, Rambuteau

Cosy gay bar on two floors. Ze Baar belongs to the French restaurant Ze Restoo.

The ground floor is open in good weather, while the upper level features with armchairs and lounge areas Reasonably priced drinks.

nearest station : Rambuteau, Hôtel de Ville

Relatively large gay bar in Le Marais. Quetzal has a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Busy and cruisy on the weekend. Open until 4am.

nearest station : Hôtel de Ville

Small gay bar to the north of Le Marais with rustic ambience. One Way attracts the leather/denim and bear crowd. The underground level has a video room and dark corners.

One Way is open all year round. Happy hour 7pm-9pm.

nearest station : Saint-Sébastien, Froissart, Rambuteau

Gay bar in the heart of Paris’ District 4. Popular with young crowd. Every Saturday night.

nearest station : Hotel de Ville

One of the longest-running gay bars in Paris. The newly renovated Banana Café hosts regular events – cabaret, disco, karaoke, go-go dancers, etc.

Located just outside of Le Marais but still within walking distance.

nearest station : Châtelet, Les Halles

Long-running Paris gay bar, located to the north of Le Marais. Duplex is one of the few bars in the area where it’s easy to have a conversation.

Frequented by artsy-intellectual crowd, the bar features simple décor and plays an eclectic mix of music (new wave, disco, synth-pop, alternative, British Invasion rock, funk). Busy on the weekend.

nearest station : Rambuteau

Small gay bar in Le Marais gay district. Les Souffleurs features drag shows and themed parties. Great music and atmosphere.

Open 6pm-2am.

Gay bar for bears and friends in Paris, located close to the Le Marais. The music is loud, with lots of pop classics.

Daily happy hour.

Gay karaoke bar in Le Marais district.

nearest station : Hotel de Ville

Located just outside of Le Marais, Bears’ Den is a popular hangout for bears, daddies, friends and fans.

The bar has both a lounge floor and disco bar. Details about upcoming events can be found on their website or Facebook page.

nearest station : Hôtel de Ville

Gay bar in the heart of Paris. SLY has a cool, trendy atmosphere with cosy seating and a small outdoor terrace – great for people-watching.

Attentive service, with happy hours and special events. Located down the street from Bears’ Den bar.

nearest station : Châtelet, Hôtel de Ville

Friendly gay bar/club (formerly “The Eagle”) located in the heart of gay Paris. The LABO hosts special events and themed parties.

Happy hour from 5pm-11pm on beer and cocktail of the day. Located close to several restaurants – they have after-dinner drinks here. Closed on Mondays.

nearest station : Châtelet

Two-floor gay bar Le Velvet in Paris hosts different themed parties throughout the week and a daily happy hour.

Young crowds come to enjoy the juicy cocktails. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

Café bar Rosa Bonheur attracts a fun-loving, free-spirited crowd. Popular with gay customers on Sunday evenings.

Located in the middle of the beautiful Parc de Buttes Chaumont. Arrive early (around 6pm) if you want to get indoors.