Gay Manchester
Manchester is a vibrant city in the North of England, and it is known nationwide for its acceptance and LGBTQ nightlife. Its Gay Village, based around Canal Street, is known across the world, but there are events and spaces outside of the nightlife that allow everyone to enjoy themselves, making Manchester a hub for pride and celebration in the North. The city hosts one of the biggest annual Pride events in the UK, a trans celebration weekend every Summer, and other events throughout the year.
Manchester Gay Bars
GayMapper brings you information about gay bars and cruising bars in the city. Here are the top choices, read more about these bars or click below to see listings of all gay venues in this city.
New York New York
Drag, Outdoor Seating
Satans Hollow
Gay Friendly, Dancing
The Church
Drag, Outdoor Seating
The Brewers
Cocktails, Dancing, Drag
The Lounge By EVA
Cocktails, Drag
The Rem Bar
Bear, Older Crowd, Fetish, Drag
Gay friendly hotels in Manchester
GayMapper brings you a curated selection of accommodation gay destinations around the world, which are in preferred locations and are welcoming to LGBTQ+ travellers. Grab a great deal on your hotel stay when you book via GayMapper!
3* Pendulum Hotel
Near Gay Nightlife, Great Value
4* DoubleTree by Hilton
GayMapper Favourite, Near Gay Nightlife
4* Native Manchester
Near Gay Nightlife, Boutique
2* New Union Hotel
Near Gay Nightlife, Great Value
4* Velvet Hotel
Near Gay Nightlife, Boutique
4* Dakota Manchester
Near Gay Nightlife, Luxury
Tours & Experiences in Manchester
Manchester wears its history and nightlife equally proudly. Visit the John Rylands Library, tour Old Trafford or explore the Northern Quarter, then wander towards Canal Street when the sightseeing is done and let the city’s famous LGBTQ village take over from there.

























