Paris Gay Bars

The main gay bars in Paris are located in Le Marais gay district, although gay and gay-popular venues are found everywhere in this big city.

Most bars have a regular ‘happy hour’, but this may be for beer only.

Le Marais

One of Paris’ most historic areas, with restaurants, boutiques & art galleries. Le Marais is also the hub of its gay nightlife, with many gay venues near Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie and rue des Archives.

23 rue du Temple, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 77 04 88 |

weekday: 18:00 - 04:00

weekend: 18:00 - 05:00

RAIDD Bar

audience rating: 3.4 stars from 20 votes - click to vote

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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 cosy lounge area in the basement.

metro : Hôtel de Ville

features: bar, music, dancing, gogo show | Updated: 29-05-2018

user reviews:

“Paying over priced drinks just to see some go go dancer having shower rubbing their crotch?! No thx, I mean NO! There's no city like New York x” Jackie on 14-08-2017

“This is a tourist bar - you won't see many French there. It would be a decent place if not for the bar staff that rip tourists off. They tell you different pr...” Tom on 01-01-2017

“Very arrogant guys. Its the jungle rule that means how bigger your muscles are how more chance you'll have someone will talk to you. If you are polite high c...” Dave on 20-12-2016

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15 rue des Archives, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 72 08 00 |

weekday: 17:30 - 02:00

weekend: 17:30 - 02:00

COX

audience rating: 3.7 stars from 17 votes - click to vote

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.

metro : Hôtel de Ville

features: bar, music, cafe | Updated: 25-04-2018

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35 rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 48 04 95 14 |

weekday: 18:00 - 03:00

weekend: 18:00 - 05:00 / 04:00

freedj

audience rating: 4.4 stars from 5 votes - click to vote

Gay bar with 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.

metro : Hôtel de Ville, Rambuteau

features: bar, music, dancing | Updated: 22-05-2018

user reviews:

“Bar très sympa, avec une salle de clubb ing au sous sol, certes un peu étroite mais ça facilite les rapprochements, un babyfoot au roc très bonne idée. Dom...” Jean marc on 26-07-2016

“Another popular Parisian bar, with a great big terrace should you wish to drink/ smoke outside. Drinks were reasonable, staff were friendly. I'd recommend this ...” David on 03-02-2016

41 rue des Blancs Manteaux, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 71 75 08 |

weekday: 17:00 - 02:00

weekend: 17:00 - 02:00

Ze Baar

audience rating: 3 stars from 6 votes - click to vote

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.

metro : Rambuteau, Hôtel de Ville

features: bar, music | Updated: 24-03-2018

user reviews:

“I have been going to the Ze Bar for many years both to the Restaurant where I have taken friends visiting Paris and to the bar. Recently I have found their doo...” Gary on 06-01-2018

10 rue de la Verrerie, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 48 87 99 07 |

weekday: 17:00 - 04:00

weekend: 17:00 - 04:00

Quetzal

audience rating: 4.2 stars from 6 votes - click to vote

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

metro : Hôtel de Ville

features: bar, music | Updated: 29-05-2018

28 rue Charlot, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 48 87 46 10 |

weekday: 17:00 - 02:00

weekend: 17:00 - 05:00

One Way

audience rating: 3.7 stars from 11 votes - click to vote

Small gay bar to the north of Le Marais with rustic ambiance. One Way tends to attract the denim, leather and bear crowd.

The underground level has a video room and dark corners. One Way is open all year round. Happy hour 7pm-9pm.

metro : Saint-Sébastien, Froissart, Rambuteau

features: bar, music, dark room | Updated: 24-03-2018

user reviews:

“I only had 2 nights in Paris, i went the 1st night to this bar and liked it so much that i returned the next day. The barman is very friendly, and the cruising ...” Carlos on 12-10-2015

24 rue Geoffroy Langevin, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 74 39 80 |

weekday: 12:00 - 02:00

weekend: 12:00 - 02:00

MicMan Bar

audience rating: 3.7 stars from 12 votes - click to vote

Friendly and cruisy bar with video and backroom with one cubicle in the basement.

MicMan Bar is geared towards a more mature audience, macho and bear types. Open daily until 2am, with daily happy hour.

metro : Rambuteau

features: bar, music, dark room | Updated: 24-03-2018

user reviews:

“Arrived at the bar at 9pm and 2 guys were already totally drunk. One of them kept following me and groping me although I kept pushing him away and telling him "...” Rodrigo on 10-10-2015

15 rue des Lombards, Paris | map | distance

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+33 7 56 84 69 69 |

weekend: Sat 21:00 - 03:00

Univers Jeunes

audience rating: 2.5 stars from 2 votes - click to vote

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

metro : Hotel de Ville

features: bar, music, dancing | Updated: 29-05-2018

13 rue de la Ferronnerie, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 33 35 31 |

weekday: 15:00 - 06:00

weekend: 15:00 - 06:00

Banana Café

audience rating: 4 stars from 8 votes - click to vote

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.

metro : Châtelet, Les Halles

features: bar, music, dancing, karaoke, gogo show, cabaret show | Updated: 22-05-2018

25 rue Michel Le Comte, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 72 80 86 |

weekday: 20:00 - 02:00

weekend: 20:00 - 04:00

Duplex

audience rating: 3.8 stars from 8 votes - click to vote

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 weekends.

metro : Rambuteau

features: bar, music | Updated: 29-05-2018

rue de la Reynie 15, Paris | map | distance

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+33 177 17 66 87 |

weekday: 17:00 - 02:00

weekend: 17:00 - 02:00

El Hombre

audience rating: 2.4 stars from 16 votes - click to vote

TODAY Happy Hour, 5pm-11pm

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.

features: bar, music, dancing | Updated: 25-04-2018

7 rue de la Verrerie, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 44 78 04 92 |

weekday: 18:00 - 02:00

weekend: 18:00 - 02:00

Les Souffleurs

audience rating: 3.3 stars from 4 votes - click to vote

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

Open 6pm-2am.

features: bar, music | Updated: 29-05-2018

15 rue des Lombards, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 77 53 37 |

La Boite

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Gay karaoke bar in Le Marais district.

metro : Hotel de Ville

features: bar, music, karaoke | Updated: 29-05-2018

12 rue du Plâtre, Paris | map | distance

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weekday: Tue-Fri 17:00 - 02:00

weekend: 17:00 - 02:00

Le Like

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New gay bar in Le Marais gay district of Paris. Closed Mondays.

metro : Hôtel de Ville, Rambuteau

features: bar, music | Updated: 29-05-2018

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6 rue des Lombards, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 42 71 08 20 |

weekday: 16:00 - 02:00

weekend: 16:00 - 05:00

Bears’ Den

audience rating: 3.8 stars from 12 votes - click to vote

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.

metro : Hôtel de Ville

features: bar, music | Updated: 22-05-2018

user reviews:

“Came for a drink as we were trying to get our bearings for all the bars. Totally got riped off. $15 for two small beers. Will not return” CJ on 10-01-2017

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22 rue des Lombards, Paris | map | distance

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+33 6 62 84 64 61 |

weekday: 17:00 - 04:00

weekend: 17:00 - 05:00

SLY Bar

audience rating: 4 stars from 5 votes - click to vote

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.

metro : Châtelet, Hôtel de Ville

features: bar, music, dancing | Updated: 29-05-2018

37 rue des Lombards, Paris | map | distance

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+33 1 40 28 02 52 |

weekday: Tue-Thu 15:00 - 03:00 / 04:00

weekend: 15:00 - 06:00 / 03:00

The LABO

audience rating: 3.9 stars from 9 votes - click to vote

TODAY Happy Hour - reduced beer 3pm-3am

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.

metro : Châtelet

features: bar, music, dancing, karaoke | Updated: 29-05-2018

user reviews:

“We went to gia night and we left the club very disappointed. Very poor production. Not a bit good.” Caetano on 08-01-2018

“Really big gay bar located near lots of delicious restaurants and cafes. Plenty of room to sit down if standing on a dance floor isn't your thing.” David on 03-02-2016