Gay Stockholm Travel Guide – Clubs, Cafes, Hotels
News, Parties & Events in Stockholm
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About Stockholm and its gay life
Being older than 750 years, Stockholm today is a modern, technologically- advanced, liberal and ethnically diverse city. Many visitors are impressed by the beauty of the city on the fourteen islands and enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Sweden is one of the most liberal countries in the world regarding gay rights. It was one of the first countries introducing civil unions and anti-discrimination acts. People in Sweden, especially in Stockholm, are quite open-minded and you might be surprised by how many hotels, cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs are explicitly gay-friendly.
Stockholm is often called the gay capital of Sweden and even of Scandinavia. However, due to the small population in Sweden and Stockholm you shouldn't expect a large gay scene.
Stockholm certainly is not a heaven for cruising in saunas or clubs, but it is a relaxed and pleasant place for socialising in tasteful gay and gay-friendly cafes, restaurants and clubs.
There are no gay districts in Stockholm, but most cafes, restaurants and clubs are located in the popular districts Södermalm, Gamla Stan (Old Town) and Kungsholmen.
Annual gay highlight in Stockholm is the Gay Pride festival end of July.