Pebbles, Paradise and Pride: Top 15 Gay Beaches Across the World
Get ready to relax on the best gay beaches across the world. Here are the best gay beaches, Sun, and waves for you to take time off and chill.
With sand under the feet and soaring pelicans above, get your swimming trunks on because we are now headed to the best gay beaches across the world. Jump into the cold water, make those majestic sand castles, surf on that high wave, take a sunbath( but don’t forget your sunscreen!) and above all, feel free to be yourself with PRIDE! Pack your bag and join us for a cool and refreshing( much needed!) dive in the aquatic abyss.
Best Gay Beaches: A Loving Vacation
- Cherry Grove Beach, Fire Island
North Carolina, USA
One of the favorite beaches of the LGBTQ+ community, Cherry Grove Beach is located at the northmost end of North Myrtle Beach. This clothing-optional beach remains visitors' choice for nude sunbathing and a relaxing vacation. Being significant enough among the Gay community, a part of eastern Cherry grove has landed a nickname by the locals-”Meat Rack”. The hamlet consists of a year-round population of 15 and a seasonal population of 2000 during summer.
Key attractions - Cherry Grove Fishing Pier, Seafood Restaurants , Kayaking & Paddleboarding, 'Invasion of the Pines, Drag Shows - Homecoming Queen and Miss Fire Island
- Bondi Beach
Sydney, Australia
The northern part of Bondi beach is the place for our homosexual and Gay folks whereas moving towards the south of the beach, we tend to find more of hetrosexual couples and families. North bondi beach is a popular destination among the LGBTQ+ community due to its welcoming and open minded atmosphere.
Key attractions - City To Surf Fun Run in August, Flickerfest- Australia's premier international short film festival in January, World Environment Day in June, Sculpture by the Sea in November, Bondi Beach Markets.
- Poodle Beach, Rehoboth Beach
Delaware, USA
Stretching towards the south end of the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, Poodle Beach enchants the Gay community whereas the North shore beach draws the attention of the lesbians. With its lively, vivid and inclusively embracing culture and ambiance, poodle beach reputates as a popular gathering spot for the Gay community and remains the picture perfect holiday choice during the summer months. Lack of sales tax in Delaware also attracts a large flock of people towards the town and its beaches.
Key attractions - Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, Sea Witch Festival, the Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival, The Rehoboth Beach Autumn Jazz Festival.
- Playa de la Bassa Rodona
Sitges, Spain
Easily accessible from the town center, Playa de la Bassa Rodona also known as Bassa Rodona Beach is a picturesque beach with an amazing tapestry of Mediterranean sea. It is an ideal choice for vacationers for a relaxing interval from their daily lives. Embracing its visitors in a warm and compassionate hug, Bassa Rodona Beach welcomes the Gay and rest of the LGBTQ+ community open-heartedly with inclusivity and a diverse culture.
Key attractions - Sunbathing, Light sport activities, Fine dine-ins
- Super Paradise Beach
Mykonos, Greece
With a blend of crazy DJ parties, music, cocktails, loungers, bustling ambience, and natural scenic beauty with golden sand and rock cliffs, Super paradise Beach is a renowned LGBTQ+ location on the Mykonos island in Greece. The beach has a lively vibe to it and is a club hotspot for visitors and locals especially during summer months. The water on and near shores enables the tourists to enjoy various water sports and activities. Arrivers can also enjoy exotic greek cuisine at the seaside beachfront restaurants.
Key attractions - Beachfront Restaurants, Swimming, Snorkeling, Jet Skiing.
- Maspalomas Beach
Gran Canaria, Spain
Epicenter of one of the pivotal LGBTQ island Gran Canaria, Maspalomas Beaches provides inclusive lodging for the community dwellers across the area. With spectacular golden sand dunes stretching over a mass of almost three kilometers and refreshing shore atmosphere, Maspalomas beach hosts the largest gatherings of the community around the beach bar number seven. Apart from beaches, The Yumbo Centrum shopping center is also a major tourist attraction as it is the first shopping center ever which is dedicated entirely to the gay, lesbian and LGBTQ+ community with more than 200 community friendly establishments.
Key attractions - Yumbo Centrum, Gay Pride Maspalomas in may, Winter pride, Pride of the Year, Drag Queen Gala, other events and pool parties.
- Pines Beach, Fire Island
New York, USA
Pines Beach located on the Fire Island is a popular destination for LGBTQ+ community,
especially the Gay community. Known for its welcoming nature and warm environment, history supportability for LGBTQ+ culture and beautiful beaches, social and lively nightlife, pines beach is the go-to choice for a large fraction of gay men which usually remains at peak during the summer days. Many parts of the beach allow people to be cloth-free in certain areas abided by the general norms and guidelines penned down by the locals.
Key attractions - Botels(boat-hotels), The Pavillion, Fire Island Pines Harbour, Community events
- Brighton Beach
Brighton, UK
Cold water with pebbles making up the floor under your feet combined with a thriving nightlife and hyped up aura is exactly what TikTok dominating Brighton Beach offers to the footsetters over there. Being open minded towards the LGBTQ culture, this beach usually has a vast variety of people sunbathing and relaxing across the sandbed, chugging down beers with a side of classic British fish and chips.
Key attractions - Brighton Palace Pier, Beachfront Promenade, Beach Volleyball, Beachside Sports, British Airways i360 observation tower.
- Fort Lauderdale Beach
Florida, USA
An experience of strolling around the sandy promenade with a gaze-stopping scenic background of the North Atlantic Ocean awaits you at the Fort Lauderdale Beach. Paddleboarding and kayaking, underwater jet ski and surfing, a beachy photoshoot or a bicycle ride along with your pals, a treasure hunt on a real pirate ship or a glass of champagne on a yacht, Fort Lauderdale offers a variety of water and out of water fun activities. Experience the joy of a good catch with aids along with proficient captains and crews.
Key attractions - parasailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, tours and yoga on stand-up paddleboards,fishing
- Playa Los Muertos
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Located in the romantic zone (Zona Romantica) of Puerto Vallarta, Playa Los Muertos(Spanish- the Beach of the Dead) is a crescent shaped LGBTQ-friendly beach and is the heart of the town. The calm waters makes swimming and soft water sports popular across the 1200 m long shoreline. The beach has a boardwalk just 50 meters away from the waterline and is a home to a high-spirited coast-life lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and commercial stores.
Key attractions - Statue of The Boy on the Seahorse, Pier and Malecon Boardwalk, SunSet Viewpoints, Boat Tours, Water Taxis
- Ipanema Beach
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Made popular internationally by the famous bossa nova song “The Girl from Ipanema '' and surrounded by Dois Irmaos mountains on the west, Ipanema beach is an easy to navigate neighbourhood in the south zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Ipanema beach isn't exclusively LGBTQ community friendly but certain sections of the beach are famous for their inclusivity of the community. Every Sunday, the road near the beach is closed for motor-vehicles, allowing the visitors and the tourists to have an access to an empty stage to enjoy roller-skating, skateboarding, bike rides and other activities.
Key attractions - Beachside Kiosks(Barracas), Rua Visconde de Pirajá street, Hippie Fair, península da Pedra do Arpoador.
- Amager Beach Park
Copenhagen, Denmark
Amager beach park or Amager Strandpark is a public park located on the island of Amager. The Amager Beach Park reflects the open-mindedness of Copenhagen and entire Denmark towards the LGBTQ individuals and community. It is located at just a 15 minute ride from the city center and is also facilitated by three metro stations. The artificial island consists of a large kayak club, outdoor fitness training area, sauna facilities, etc.
Key attractions - Nyhavn waterfront, Tivoli Gardens, The Little Mermaid Statue, Summer Rock Concerts.
- Miami Beach
Florida, USA
With a lot of acceptance for the LGBTQ community in its golden sand, Miami Beach is a warm host for gays, lesbians and other queer individuals from across the world. With its open heart, Miami Beach has something to offer everyone. Several areas like South Beach are known for community friendly bars, clubs, cafes, restaurants and events throughout the year. Nude sunbathing is somewhat tolerated on the beaches.
Key attractions - South Beach, Art Deco Historic District, Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road Mall, Wynwood Walls, Bass Museum Of Art, Miami Beach Of Botanical Garden, Haulover Park, Boat Tours.
- Race Point Beach
Provincetown, Massachusetts
On the shore of the Atlantic Ocean lies Race Point Beach filled with its natural beauty and encompasses pristine shoreline and sand dunes. Race town beach and Provincetown celebrates cultural diversity and recognition of the LGBTQ community’s heterogeneity.
The beach offers a wide range of activities like whale-watching and sports to the visitors and the localits. The beach is known for its expansive shoreline, soft sand, and the picturesque Old Harbor Life-Saving Station. However the visitors are suggested to be cautious of strong tides and currents in the area.
Key attractions - Beachcombing, Birdwatching, Whale Watching, Hiking Dunes,Provincetown Art Association and Museum,Pilgrim Monument: ,Commercial Street
- Hilton Beach
Tel Aviv, Israel
Deriving its name from the famous Hilton hotel, Hilton beach is situated on the shore-stretch in tel aviv, Israel. Hilton beach is often referred to as Tel Aviv’s Gay Grip of Sand. It is one of the nicest and cleanest options out there. The main gay area is located north of the Hilton Tel Aviv hotel.
Key attractions - Swimming, Beach Volleyball, Surfing, And Paddleboarding, Mediterranean Sea
And the list continues but I guess we will take a stop and save rest for some other day. While on the beach or at any other public place one should enjoy themselves to the fullest staying within the boundaries of ethical, social and moral codes.