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The Ultimate LGBTQ Guide to Cape Town

Safety is often a concern for visitors in Cape Town due to the country’s high crime rate. The sad truths is that crime does happen. Hate crimes and instances of homophobia still occur — as they do anywhere in the world — but this should not deter you from traveling to Cape Town. As a general rule of thumb, maintain your belongings close and avoid walking alone at night. This is something that locals will suggest and practice themselves. Aside from this, South Africans are generally very kind and will be sure to make you experience as welcome as possible.

LGBTQ history

South Africa has a complicated and tragic history of discrimination influenced by colonialism and apartheid. Under the apartheid regime from 1948 to 1994, homosexuality was a crime punishable by up to seven years in prison. Several gay rights organizations were formed in the 1970s, but until the 1980s, the groups were divided racially. Many prominent white members of the gay community endorsed the ruling National Party.

Since the end of apartheid, the South African constitution has made a concerted attempt to ensure equal rights for all. South Afri

Gay Cape Town – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more

Cape Town is breathtaking from above. Hell, it’s breathtaking from all angles and has to be a contender for one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Flanked by the impressive Table Mountain, the city curves around the coast like a loving hug, which fits with the city’s moniker: “the mother city.” Uppermost travel authorities like The Guardian, The New York Times, and TripAdvisor own named Cape Town a top destination, and we couldn’t agree more. It’s an incredibly diverse, gay-friendly city and it will blow you away with its beauty, the welcoming attitude of its residents, and the pure range of attractions and outdoor activities available, from hiking to shark diving to helicopter rides to wine drinking—yes, that counts as an outdoor activity if you do it at one of the many wineries surrounding Cape Town.

1. General Tips
2. Transportation & Airport Transfer
3. Gay Hotels in Cape Town
4. Sightseeing & Activities in Cape Town
5. Restaurants and Cafes
6. Cape Town Gay Bars and Clubs
7. Cape Town Gay Saunas & Cruising Bars
8. Homosexual Beaches in Cape Town
9. Gay Events in Cape Town
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First Impressions: Cape Town’s Queer Scene

I always knew Cape Town was the gayest city on the continent of Africa and the country of South Africa, but I hadn't actually formed any expectations.

Prior to our arrival, my companion forwarded me a calendar exploding with events for Pride month, which happened to overlap perfectly with our stay in Cape Town; our last weekend would even be the Pride parade and akin parties. We went in with a relatively reveal mind and would just see how it went.

This post is more about our personal experience with gay life in Cape Town. If you crave to plan your trip to Cape Town further, open our Gay Cape Town Guide in a new tab for later!

First Taste of Gay Cape Town Nightlife at Pink Candy

Our first taste of gay nightlife was in the form of a club called Pink Candy, located at the edge of the Central Business District (CBD). It was unfamiliar in every instinct, from the over-the-top decorations, to the super camp music, to the cleaners immediately mopping the floor next to you if even a drop of your drink fell to the floor while you danced.

The crowd was incredibly sexy, but I noticed a much more reserved quality to the people that I don

LGBTQ+ Travel Guide to South Africa

Interesting Cities to Stop by in South Africa

CAPE TOWN

Cape Town has probably the largest and most diverse LGBTQ+ scene found in South Africa, albeit still small compared to other capital cities. The extreme concentration of nightlife is found in the Waterkant area. There is a mixture of LGBTQ+ nightlife in Cape Town, from smaller bars, where locals meet for a casual drink, to the two popular dance clubs, Pink Panther and Crew Bar.

Cape Town’s most popular tourist attractions include the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, a large shopping and dining venue; the iconic Table Mountain—the top of which can be reached either by hiking or cable car; and the lovely Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Cape Town also has an annual Pride, which takes place around the end of February. This is a very diverse event, with all subsections of the LGBTQ+ community being very well represented.

JOHANNESBURG

Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa, and has a large LGBTQ+ community. While Cape Town takes the crown as the ‘gay-capital’ of South Africa, Johannesburg does still offer a vibrant and diverse Gay scene. The scene