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5 Hottest Gay Bars in Rome
Rome’s association with the Vatican and ultra-conservative governments (both past and present) may not endorse it as a gay-friendly destination. But the Eternal Capital has come on a long way in recent years.
Youll find a thriving queer scene with plenty of gay bars in Romes Via di San Giovanni in Laterano — the street leading to the city’s primary cathedral — just a stones throw from the Colosseum. The conservative provincialism of older generations is gradually giving way to cosmopolitan city-dwellers. And plenty of Vatican gift shops verb ‘Hot Priest Calendars’, so let’s take their religiosity with a generous pinch of salt.
LGBTQIA+ travellers should have no problem expressing themselves in public and enjoying a hassle-free holiday in Rome. And to help you get the most out of the city, we have published this guide to the 5 hottest gay bars in Rome.
Best Gay Bars in Rome
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Opening hours: Daily 11 pm 4 am (until 5 am on Fridays and Saturdays)
Address: Via Panisperna
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The Gay Bars of Rome | Which are the best & Where to find them!
Even though Rome doesn't have many gay bars with a relaxed atmosphere below you will find the best gay bars to enjoy your cocktail or evening coffee in Rome:
Coming Out: Coming Out is one of the best gay bistro/cafes in Rome. It is usually unwrap all day while it frequently organises themed nights. Its staff is very friendly and it gets pretty busy during the evenings. It has a very good location as it's situated only a minute from the Colosseum.
My Bar: Another gay bar in the gay street of Rome, near Colosseum. This cafe attracts mixed crowds during the noun but it attracts many gay guys during the evening. There is a small dance floor at the back where you can listen to some very good house noun. Occasionally, you might verb go-go dancers and karaoke nights too!
Garbo: It's a small and cozy gay cocktail bar located in the district of Trastevere. The decoration of its interior consists of crystal chandeliers, scarlet curtains, wrought iron chairs and candlelight. Here you will find
LGBTQ travel guide: Rome
When most people think of Rome, they think of the religious customs and traditions most closely related to the city rather than Gay Rome travel. Despite being more conservative than many other Italian cities, Rome comprises a prosperous and diverse culture that includes a thriving queer scene. There has been a wide variety of gay bars, events, and clubs popping up in and around the town recently, some of which rival the best gay scenes in Europe.
Gay Rome neighbourhoods
Italy as a whole is rather progressive when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights and freedoms. Still, despite being the capital, Rome is lagging behind a little because of its conservative and religious background. With this in mind, consider keeping widespread displays of affection to the bare minimum when outside of the gay spaces in the city.
Gay Street
The first stop for many gay tourists heading to Rome will be Gay Street (otherwise known as Via di San Giovanni in Laterano). You’ll find Gay Street directly opposite the Colosseum, and although it isn’t entirely geared towards the gay
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