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Enjoy the nightlife’s seaside views and dancing, but test the waters yourself. Go upscale or go local: Sitges is full of guesthouses and apartments, many of which are LGBTQ+ owned or LGBTQ+ friendly. The town is well-known for its welcoming atmosphere for LGBTQ+ visitors. Make sure you do some research before you head to town and you'll find that there's plenty to see and do.

Don't miss the chance to visit this amazing city and to enjoy it's sparkling gay night life.

During the 1960s (under the conservative dictatorship of Franco) it became a center for the counterculture in Spain.

This attracted also more and more gay tourists and expatriates, and in the 1990s Sitges became a gay hotspot. Sitges is not just a destination; it's a journey into the heart of what it means to live, love, and belong.

Many bars and clubs in Sitges tend to have ›creative‹ opening times, especially outside the summer months, depending on the weather situation and number of visitors in Sitges.

For the full lowdown on what happens see our Sitges Carnival page.

Sitges is suited to all types of traveller whether you are single or taken, young or old, looking to relax or looking to party all night. Just bring a towel for the beach-side bars, of course!

Gay Sitges Guide: Popular Gay And Lesbian Venues And Activities.

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Sitges is a popular destination for the gay traveller.

As you can see on our Gay Map of Sitges, all the gay bars are located within walking distance of each other, so you can easily have a look and find your favourites. It is an overall guide to gay Sitges.

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If it is your first time in Sitges and you want to find your bearings, the best thing to do is head straight for Parrots Bar on the famous 'Street of Sin'.

The Cau Ferrat Museum, once the home and studio of artist Santiago Rusiñol, is a trove of art and artifacts where the bohemian spirit of Sitges' past comes alive.

You, no doubt, will want to spend a day at the beach in Sitges!

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Gay guesthouse in a tranquil natural setting on the border of the Parc Natural de Garraf, about 6 km from Sitges. While in the past the Spanish names were used predominantly, on this website we use the now common Catalan names. It is often said that Sitges is one of the gay capitals of Europe.

You will find gay people everywhere and public displays of affection common.

When is the best time to visit Sitges?

The best time to visit Sitges is during the summer months, from July to September, when the weather is warmest and the nightlife is in full swing.

Are there gay hotels in Sitges?

Yes, Elite Hotel Sitges is a men only gay hotel located in the center of town.

Although some of the gay bars in Sitges attract a rather young or rather mature clientele, you will find almost all bars quite mixed by age, nationalities, preferences and style. The party atmosphere at Sitges gay bars might leave you feeling fuzzy!

Travel hints for Sitges

Sitges Carnival in February or March, the bears weeks in spring and September, Sitges Gay Pride in June, Festa Major in August and the International Fantasy Film Festival in October are some of the annual festive highlights and queer events in Sitges.

Community-oriented events, including themed bar nights and parades at the best gay bars in Sitges, ring in Carnestoltes.

Sitges keeps a full and fabulous social calendar: Sitges Pride in June is renowned in Spain and Europe for its raucous water-side celebrations, and International Bears Sitges Week in September draws an international crowd. This bar is often considered to be at the centre of the gay activity in Sitges.

For more details and maps see our page on gay beaches in Sitges. For naturist/cruise clubs, we recommend Bukakke.

What are the best LGBTQ+ events in Sitges?

The best LGBTQ+ events are Sitges Pride (June) and Bears Week (September).

Do I need to know Spanish to visit Sitges?

While knowing Spanish can make your travel experience better, it's not necessary.