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Melbourne's Gay Bars

Poof Doof Melbourne: Drag queen with green hair, tattoos, and grinder sparks at a gay club event. Nightlife, travel, and queer culture.
Poof Doof Melbourne: Gay men dancing in a nightclub with laser lights and disco balls. Partygoers enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
Red-lit crowd at Poof Doof, a gay dance party in Melbourne, Australia. Men in harnesses dance. Gay travel advice.
Crowd at Poof Doof Melbourne, a gay party, with rainbow decorations and flags. People are dancing and enjoying the outdoor event.
Crowd at Poof Doof Melbourne, a gay dance party. People dancing, flags, fans, and black umbrellas. Outdoor event, travel advice.

Poof Doof

Saturday Night Fever on Chapel
The Laird Melbourne event: four gay men in leather gear, one in a puppy mask, posing at a gay bar. Leather and fetish scene.
The Laird Melbourne: Two gay men pose at a leather night. One wears a harness, the other a singlet. Gay travel advice.
The Laird Melbourne: A lively crowd of gay men at a bar, many raising hands. Gay travel advice in Melbourne, Australia.
Gay men enjoying drinks at The Laird Melbourne, a gay bar. Men drinking, socializing, and having fun in a bar setting. Nightlife scene.
Gay men at The Laird Melbourne pub wearing puppy gear, including masks and harnesses. Leather and bandanas complete the playful attire.

The Laird

The Laird: Melbourne's Gay Sanctuary
The Peel Hotel Melbourne: A crowded gay bar with shirtless men, disco ball, and bright lights. Gay travel advice.
Three gay men pose at The Peel Hotel, Melbourne. Nightlife scene with green lighting. Gay travel advice.
Inside The Peel Hotel Melbourne, a gay bar, drag queen and patrons pose for a photo. Gay travel advice for Melbourne, Australia.
Crowd at The Peel Hotel, Melbourne. Gay bar with disco ball and stage. Nightlife scene for gay men's travel advice.

The Peel

Collingwood's Premier Gay Nightlife Hub
Drag queen performing at Pride of Footscray Melbourne. Singer in futuristic costume on stage with microphone. Gay travel advice.
Drag queen performing at Pride of Footscray in Melbourne. Gay travel destination with live entertainment and a supportive community.
Drag queen in orange tiger-striped bodysuit performing at Pride of Footscray, Melbourne. Gay travel advice.

Pride of our Footscray Bar

Footscray's Premier Queer Venue
DJ at Yah Yah's Melbourne. Gay nightlife travel. Man with Captain hat flexing, tattoos, and headphones. Red lighting. Gay travel guide.
Yah Yah's Melbourne: Crowd of smiling people at a gay-friendly nightclub. Partygoers pose, making peace signs at this popular gay venue.
Yah Yah's Melbourne crowd, DJ's view. Nightlife scene with diverse group, enjoying music. Gay travel advice for Melbourne's vibrant bars.
Melbourne's Yah Yah's gay travel scene: Group of friends posing with a drag queen in a gold corset at a party. Nightlife fun.
Yah Yah's Melbourne: Singer at gay-friendly bar, bathed in purple light. Live music venue with band performing, part of Melbourne's gay scene.

Yah Yah’s

Energetic weekend parties in Fitzroy
Drag queens perform at The 86 in Melbourne. Gay travel advice: The 86 bar is a popular gay venue with a drag show. Red fringe dresses.
Silhouette of drag queen with pink hair at The 86 gay bar in Melbourne. Gay travel advice for LGBTQ+ tourists in Australia.
Melbourne, Australia: Drag queen on stage at The 86, a gay bar. Audience members with hands raised. Gay travel advice.
The 86 Melbourne: Gay men dancing at a crowded club. Orange fabric hangs from the ceiling. Disco balls reflect light. Nightlife travel.
The 86 Melbourne: Group of drag queens in costume at a gay bar. Halloween-themed party with unique makeup and outfits. Melbourne travel.

The 86

Drag Shows and Cocktails Galore
Two gay men wearing puppy masks at a BUFF event in Fitzroy. One has a red bandana, the other a harness. Nightlife and travel advice.
BUFF Events Fitzroy: Shirtless gay men playing pool in a bar. Gay travel advice. Nightlife event.
Drag queen at BUFF Events Fitzroy. Blonde wig, mask, pasties, and fishnets. Gay travel advice for queer men's events.

Buff Events

Lavish queer entertainment in Fitzroy
Richmond Hotel drag queens pose with a guest. Gay travel advice: Experience the vibrant nightlife and entertainment. Drag show performers.
Drag queens and gay men at s-Hotel Richmond, a gay-friendly hotel. Group photo, nightlife, travel advice.
Richmond Hotel bar with rainbow stools. Gay travel advice for a welcoming gay bar in Melbourne. Drinks, bar stools, and wood paneling.

DT’s Hotel

Richmond's Premier LGBTQ+ Pub
Francesca's Bar Melbourne: Crowded gay bar scene. People socializing, drinking, and enjoying the nightlife. Gay travel advice, Melbourne's gay scene.
Francesca's Bar Melbourne: A crowded gay bar scene with diverse patrons, disco ball, and lively atmosphere. Gay men travel destination.
Francesca's Bar Melbourne: A lively gay bar scene with a diverse crowd dancing under disco lights. A popular spot for gay men's travel in Australia.
Francesca's Bar, Melbourne. Gay bar scene with men playing ping pong. Red lighting, bar in background, lively atmosphere. Gay travel.
Francesca's Bar Melbourne: A DJ mixes music at a gay bar. The red-lit club features a dance floor and a vibrant atmosphere for gay men travelers.

Francesca’s Bar

Late-night hotspot with live music
Crowd at Sircuit Bar, Melbourne. Gay bar scene with laser lights and people dancing. Nightlife for gay men in Australia. Red lighting.
Shirtless bartender pouring a drink at Sircuit Bar, Melbourne. Gay travel nightlife scene with red lighting and liquor bottles in the background.
Sircuit Bar Melbourne: A lively gay bar scene with a crowd of men dancing under a disco ball and falling confetti. Nightlife and travel.
Sircuit Bar Melbourne: A lively gay club scene with confetti, lasers, and dancing patrons. Nightlife and gay travel in Australia.

Sircuit Bar

Vibrant Smith Street drag shows.

Melbourne's Gay Clubs

Poof Doof Melbourne: Drag queen with green hair, tattoos, and grinder sparks at a gay club event. Nightlife, travel, and queer culture.
Poof Doof Melbourne: Gay men dancing in a nightclub with laser lights and disco balls. Partygoers enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
Red-lit crowd at Poof Doof, a gay dance party in Melbourne, Australia. Men in harnesses dance. Gay travel advice.
Crowd at Poof Doof Melbourne, a gay party, with rainbow decorations and flags. People are dancing and enjoying the outdoor event.
Crowd at Poof Doof Melbourne, a gay dance party. People dancing, flags, fans, and black umbrellas. Outdoor event, travel advice.

Poof Doof

Saturday Night Fever on Chapel

Melbourne's Gay Saunas

Wet On Wellington Melbourne: Group of shirtless gay men in swimwear, smiling at the camera. Gay travel advice.
Gay men at Wet on Wellington bathhouse in Melbourne. A group of shirtless men in a pool with inflatable toys, statues, and party lights.
Wet on Wellington, Melbourne: Gay men enjoy a pool party with blue lights and rainbow inflatables. Nightlife travel advice.

Wet On Wellington

Collingwood's Premier Gay Sauna Experience
Melbourne sauna: Group of shirtless gay men reflected in a mirror. Gay travel advice, gay sauna, gay men's health.
Melbourne's Subway Sauna hot tub. A gay sauna is a great place to relax and meet other men. Steam and water create a sensual experience.
Melbourne's Subway Sauna bar area with disco ball, purple lighting, and cocktail tables. Gay sauna travel advice.

Subway Sauna

Melbourne's Premier Men's Sauna

Melbourne's Gay Friendly Hotels

Brady Hotels Central Melbourne

Brady Hotels Jones Lane

Essence Hotel Carlton

ibis Melbourne Central

Jasper Boutique Hotel

Le Meridien Melbourne

Mercure Melbourne Therry Street

Ovolo Laneways (Pet-friendly)

Saint Kilda Beach Hotel

The Cullen Melbourne – Art Series

The Jazz Corner Hotel

The Prince Hotel

Tolarno Hotel

Experience all of Melbourne

Melbourne's decadent chocolate walking tour: A rich chocolate hazelnut cake with sauce, plus a cup of hot chocolate. Perfect for gay travelers!
Chocolate Wonderland: A Decadent Melbourne Walking Tour for Chocoholics

Indulge in Melbourne’s chocolate scene on this sweet walking tour. Start at Chocolate Bar New York with a survival kit and explore the city’s finest chocolatiers. Taste raw ingredients, Australian-grown chocolate, and wine pairings, all while discovering Melbourne's hidden gems and sweet history in a small group.

3 hours
$61 USD
People enjoying a Guided Foodie Walking Tour through Melbourne's hot spots. Delicious appetizers on a wooden table. Gay travel.
Guided Foodie Walking Tour Through Melbourne’s Hot Spots

Dive into Melbourne’s nightlife and foodie scene on a guided walking tour. From secret dumpling spots in Chinatown to hidden gems serving explosive fusion flavors, experience what it’s like to eat like a local. Your guide will make sure you end the night with some seriously sweet treats!

3 hours
$123 USD
Melbourne electric bike tour. Group cycles along the Yarra River, city skyline backdrop. Explore Melbourne's best spots in style. Gay travel.
Electric Bike Tour: Explore Melbourne's Best Spots in Style

Cruise through Melbourne on an electric bike, staying safe on bike paths while hitting the city’s top landmarks like the Yarra River, Parliament House, and the Shrine of Remembrance. Learn about Melbourne's history and enjoy tips from your guide on the hottest spots to eat and play.

4 hours
$74 USD
Romantic Melbourne dinner cruise for gay travelers. City skyline view from the Yarra River. Luxe eats, hot drinks, & unique views.
Spirit of Melbourne 4-Course Dinner Cruise: Unique Views, Hot Drinks & Luxe Eats

Set sail on Melbourne’s Yarra River for an unforgettable 4-course dinner cruise. Sip premium drinks, savor gourmet dishes like chargrilled beef or barramundi, and cruise past iconic sights like Federation Square and Flinders Station. With luxe vibes, Australian wines, and a romantic atmosphere—this is pure indulgence.

3 hours
$121 USD
Melbourne Street Art Tour: Tourists explore hidden gems with a local artist amidst colorful graffiti. Gay travel adventure.
Melbourne Street Art Tour: Explore Hidden Gems with Local Artists

Dive into Melbourne’s hottest street art scene with this tour guided by an artist. Explore iconic laneways, discover hidden masterpieces, and hear the stories behind the art. End at the Blender Studios for an exclusive look inside the creative process, complete with fresh gourmet bites and drinks.

3 hours
$46 USD
Great Ocean Road's Twelve Apostles, a must-see on a Melbourne day trip. Tourists admire the coastal rock formations & wildlife.
Melbourne Day Trip: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles & Wildlife Adventure

Embark on a full-day adventure along the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne, spotting koalas and birds in the wild, walking through towering forests, and snapping photos at iconic spots like the 12 Apostles and the Pole House. Enjoy morning tea, lunch at Apollo Bay, and stunning coastal views throughout the tour.

13.5 hours
$82 USD

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