Queer Guide to Stockholm 2026 – Best Gay Bars, Clubs & LGBTQ+ Events presented by QX

QX QueerMap Stockholm,
28th Edition • Summer 2026

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CLUB & PARTY

1 Debaser (mixed)
Hornstulls Strand 4
debaser.se
Stockholm’s best nightclub – two dance floors, a diverse programme, and a space where everyone who welcomes everyone is welcome. Fridays & Saturdays, 11 PM–3 AM in Hornstull.

2 Golden Hits (mixed)
Kungsgatan 29
Thu. –Sat. 17.30 – 03
goldenhits.se
A little party never killed anybody! Join us for a spectacular and fun dinner show, and enjoy our in-house karaoke. We also offer an à la carte restaurant and a vibrant nightclub featuring five bars and three dance floors. Located in the heart of Stockholm, our well-known nightclub guarantees a memorable night out.

3 Mälarpaviljongen (Gay mixed)
Norr Mälarstrand in front of No. 64
Daily 11 – late. April – September.
malarpaviljongen.se
Summer club and concerts on weekends. Check our homepage and Instagram for up-to-date info.

4 Patricia (Gay Mixed)
Söder Mälarstrand, Kajplats 19
patriciastockholm.se
+46 736 527 282.
Sun. 18 – 05 Patricia Sundays, a Swedish tradition. Fantastic view over the water from the restaurant and the bars. Captain Crust between 6pm and 10pm. Beer 50 kr & Pizza 100 kr (Alcohol free alternatives available). Karaoke and 2 dance floors open until 05.

5 SLM (Men Only)
Wollmar Yxkullsg. 18,
(08) 643 31 00
Non-profit members club est. 1975. For opening hours and dress code visit slmstockholm.se. Men only.

6 The Secret Garden (Gay mixed)
Kornhamnstorg 59
Daily 11 – 03
secretgardensthlm.se
@secretgardensthlm
DJs and parties during the weekend.

PARTY ORGANISERS:

Keep your eyes and ears open for theese queer party organisers:

Flatmate, dyke parties, winner of Best Club at the QX Gala 2026
BLOW, dance parties and culture
IBNE Collective, dance parties
Tuck O’Hej, Queer Drag Parties
BlackPlanet, several clubs; fetish, queer, sapphic and more
Stockholm Bears, After Work Pub, Parties
Dekadance, fetish & dance club
Stockholm Leather Social, bar hopping last Fri. of the Month
F.I.S.T, electro dance club
HERA, Lesbian party club
LLIPS, Lesbian party club
Hotellhänget, Women meet in hotel bars for friendly mingle.
RFSL Stockholm, activities and café for the LGBTQI+ community
Kind People Club, dance parties
Wish, Women* BDSM/Fetish. Moxy, Women+ Party organiser
NoMo Social, social parties with a non-monogamous Queer community
Swedish Ballroom Scene
Stockwig, drag party
Mums Mums, Underwear Parties
Club Momnt, dancers club

PARTY LOCATIONS:

Locations popular for queer parties.

7 House of Q
8 Club Backdoor/A75
9 Slakthuset area
with several party locations (T-Globen): Slaktkyrkan, Slakthuset, Hus7, Fållan, Bar15, District
10 Berns
11 Time Bar
12 Nalen
13 Trädgården/Under bron
14 Stadsgårdsterminalen
15 Biblioteket Live
16 Frihamnstorget & Banankompaniet.

Not on the map
Snösätra T-Rågsved
Rågsveds Krog, T-Rågsved
Cyklopen, queer events, T- Bandhagen

QUEER AND QUEER FRIENDLY BARS & RESTAURANTS

17 Bar Replik
Hornsgatan 70
bar replik Instagram
Tue. – Thu. 15 – 23 ,Fri. – Sat. 13 – 01, Sun. 13 – 21
A cozy queer venue with cute staff, cold drinks, smooth music, and unexpected happenings—your new favourite hangout spot.

18 Café Blå Lotus
Katarina Bangata 21
Mon. – Fri. 09 – 20, Sat. 10 – 19, Sun. 11 – 17
cafeblalotus Instagram
Café with breakfast, lunch, dinner, home-cooked food, beer and wine served in cozy atmosphere. Lovely outdoor sitting area.

19 Café Chokladkoppen
Stortorget 18, (08) 20 31 70
Daily 09 – 23.
kaffekoppen_chokladkoppen Instagram
Beautiful indoor and outdoor seating. Close to the Royal Palace, in the heart of the historic Old Town. Welcoming and friendly atmosphere, delicious cakes, sandwiches, and coffee/hot chocolate. Voted “Gay Café of the Year” several years in a row by QX readers.

20 Dansken Slaktis
Hallgränd 43
Mon. – Thu. 10 – 19, Fri. 10 – 20, Sat. 10 – 16
danskenrestauranger.se
Homemade happiness on bread & butter. Danish smørrebrød made with love in Stockholm.A welcoming space for everyone — always. See you this Pride!

18 Demi Mat & Bar
Katarina Bangata 21
Tue. – Fri. 16 – 23 Sat. 15 – 23
demi_matbar Instagram
A small food bar with a big heart at the best location on Södermalm. The menu flows between Swedish, French, Spanish and Italian and changes every day depending on season.

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Haga Tårtcompani & Bageri

21 Torsgatan 75

22 Fleminggatan 107

23 Swedenborgsgatan 4B
Phone +46 (0)8 193434
hagabageri.se
Mon. ­– Sat. 07 – 18
The best artisan bakeries and cafés to enjoy a good coffee, lunch and desserts with a modern twist.

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24 Kerstin & Britt Strömparterren
Strömparterren 5, Helgeandsholmen
See website for location and opening hours
kerstinochbritt.se
kerstinochbritt Instagram
Share a glass with the queens in the city. Our restaurant/bar/café bring you the true Swedish experience – in a friendly, delicious and enjoyable way.

25 Lyckan i Tanto
Hornstulls strand 17
Mon. – Fri. 15 – 22, Sat. – Sun. 12 – late
lyckanitanto.se
Outdoor LGBT bar and garden restaurant in popular Tantolunden.

3 Mälarpaviljongen (Gay mixed)
Norr Mälarstrand in front of No. 64
Daily 11 – late, April – September.
malarpaviljongen.se
At Mälarpaviljongen you can enjoy the real beauty of Stockholm like nowhere else. Surrounded by beautiful trees, flowers and water, this unique outdoor lounge is truly something extra. Enjoy an organic lunch or dinner with a cool drink on our floating sun decks. Flirty summer clubs and live events. Check out our Instagram and website. Welcome!

26 Nybroe Smørrebrød
Östermalmshallen
Mon. – Tue. 11 – 21, Wed. – Thu. 11 – 22, Fri. 11 23, Sat. 11 – 22, Sun. 11 – 17.
nybroe.se

27 Nybroe Smørrebrød
Hötorgshallen Mon. – Thu. 10 – 19, Fri. 10 – 20, Sat. 10 – 16
nybroe.se
Homemade happiness on bread & butter Danish smørrebrød made with love in Stockholm. A welcoming space for everyone — always.

28 Side Track (Gay)
Wollmar Yxkullsg. 7
(08) 641 16 88
Wed. – Sat. 18 – 01
sidetrack.nu
The place to dine casually on Swedish cuisine or just hang out and enjoy a beer. Cosy on weekdays, wild on weekends. Come and get “Side-Tracked” with us.

29 The Hills
Götgatan 29
(08) 678 00 01
thehillsstockholm.se
The Hills is a popular restaurant and bar on Södermalm. The menu brings together the best of French and Swedish food. At The Hills we enjoy bringing together the cultural and the culinary.

6 The Secret Garden (Gay)
Kornhamnstorg 59
Daily 11 – 03
secretgardensthlm.se
@secretgardensthlm
A homely restaurant and gay bar based in a rustic 17th century house in the Old Town. Sit down under a street light in the cosy, glass-covered inner courtyard, with a great-value cocktail or a glass of wine. The menu is mixed, and the dishes are delicious. The Secret Garden is open throughout the year and suits those looking for a quieter alternative to the city’s nightclubs. DJ during the weekend.

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30 Urban Deli Sveavägen
Sveavägen 44
urbandeli.se

31 Urban Deli Nytorget
Nytorget 4
urbandeli.se

32 Urban Deli Hagastaden
Hagaesplanaden 49
urbandeli.se
At Urban Deli, everything revolves around great food, a relaxed atmosphere, and people who love to connect. You’ll find us in three vibrant locations across Stockholm: Nytorget, Sveavägen, and Hagastaden each with its own vibe, but all sharing the same passion for food, drinks, and bringing people together. We’re a restaurant, deli, café, and bar all under one roof, with an All-Day Menu that covers everything from brunch and spontaneous after-works to dinner dates, bubbly moments, and late-night drinks. There’s always a reason to stay a little longer at Urban Deli. At Sveavägen, you’ll also find our hotel and our iconic rooftop park, offering cocktails, music, events and views over Stockholm. Come as you are and make yourself at home any time of the day.

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33 Wallmans (mixed)
Teatergatan 3 Thu. –Sat. 18 – Late
wallmans.se
A night at Wallmans offers an unforgettable international Dinner show experience. Enjoy a perfect blend of first-class entertainment and exquisite cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. Located in the heart of Stockholm Wallmans promises a memorable evening.

CULTURE

34 ABBA The Museum
Visit us on Djurgårdsvägen 68.
abbathemuseum.com
For tickets and opening hours please visit our website. Walk In. Dance Out.

35 Bonniers Konsthall
Torsgatan 19
bonnierskonsthall.se
During exhibition periods; Wed. 12 – 20, Thu. – Sun. 12 – 17
Bonniers Konsthall exhibits contemporary art from all over the globe, granting space both to artists who are just beginning to acquaint themselves with a larger public, as well as featuring well- known names. Admission free on Fridays.

36 Liljevalchs konsthall
Djurgårdsvägen 60 / Falkenbergsgatan 3
Mon. – Sun. 11 – 17
liljevalchs.se
Liljevalchs is the largest and oldest Kunsthalle in Stockholm, located among several other museums along the water on the scenic island Djurgården. Here, we show Swedish and international contemporary art in large scale exhibitions. Welcome!

37 Nationalmuseum
Södra Blasieholmshamnen 2
Open 11 – 17, Thursday until 20. Closed Mondays
nationalmuseum.se
Join us on a journey through the history of European art in a grand setting. Experience famous highlights and other gems from the 16th century to today. More than 5,000 paintings, drawings, sculptures, applied arts and design objects are waiting for you to be discovered.

38 Nordiska museet
Djurgårdsvägen 6 – 16
Open Daily 10 – 17. (08) 519 546 00
nordiskamuseet.se
Explore life in the Nordics through 500 years in Stockholm’s most beautiful building. Nordiska museet on Royal Djurgården is Sweden’s largest museum of cultural history.

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Skokloster Castle
Skokloster, near Stockholm and Arlanda.
skoklostersslott.se
Fantastic Baroque castle by Lake Mälaren.
Skokloster, near Stockholm and Arlanda. Open daily June-Aug:11-17 , weekends in May & Sept 11-16. Christmas market 28-29 nov 11-16

41 The Economy Museum
Narvavägen 13 – 17
Opening hours: ekonomiskamuseet.se
Most things in life involve money. How did this come about? Explore what money and economics are, have been and can be in our exhibition and in the Economy lab.

42 The Hallwyl Museum
Hamngatan 4
hallwylskamuseet.se
A palace from the turn of the century – preserved in all its glory! Discover the stately home of the Hallwyl family and one of Sweden´s largest cultural historical collections, where everything has been preserved.

43 The Royal Armoury
Slottsbacken 3
livrustkammaren.se
The Royal Armoury is the museum of Sweden´s royal history and is located in the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Explore royal costumes, armour and carriages. Exhibition: Hatt Couture – an exhibition about an imaginative accessory – the hat.

45 The Swedish History Museum
Narvavägen 13 – 17
opening hours: historiska.se
Experience the Viking World, one of the world’s largest Viking exhibitions, with amazing artefacts and exciting tales. In the Gold Room you will come face to face with Sweden’s most exquisite gold and silver antiquities.

46 The Swedish Holocaust Museum
Torsgatan 19
museumforintelsen.se
The Swedish Holocaust Museum is a memorial museum. Telling the story and educating about the crimes of the Nazis, we are also a safe space for a dark history, a place where people are welcomed for reflection and remembrance. Admission 90 SEK

Tumba Paper Mill Museum
Sven Palmes väg 2, Tumba
Thu. – Sun. 11 – 16
tumbabruksmuseum.se
Tumba Paper Mill Museum tells the history of Sweden´s banknotes and the people who lived and worked at the mill.  Admission 50 SEK.

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39 Spritmuseum
Djurgårdsstrand 9
spritmuseum.se
Opening hours: Sun. – Tue. 11 – 19, Wed. – Sat. 11 -– 20, (restaurant open until 22).
Museum of Swedish drinking culture. Exhibitions, restaurant, bar and big outdoor terrace, museum shop and tastings. Current exhibitions: Money on the Wall: Andy Warhol, True Crime, Spirits of a Nation.

40 Sven Harrys Konstmuseum
Vasaparken, Eastmansvägen 10 – 12
sven-harrys.se
Opening hours: Tue. Wed. Fri. 10 – 18, Thu. 10 – 20, Sat. – Sun. 11 – 17
Daily guided tours. A unique home for art and people.

44 The Royal Palaces
royalpalaces.se
Welcome to one of Europe’s largest and most dynamic palaces. The Palace contains many interesting things to see. In addition to the Royal Apartments there are two museums steeped in regal history: the Treasury with regalia, the Tre Kronor Museum that portrays the palace’s medieval history.

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Two Must-See Museums!
Experience the world-famous ship Vasa and dive in at Vrak – Museum of the Year. Combo Ticket, valid 72 hours. Adult 359 SEK. Free Admission 0-18 years. New Exhibitions included: Props from the Titanic and Avatar movies at the Vasa Museum and Vikings Before Vikings at Vrak Museum.

47 The Vasa Museum
Galärvarvsvägen 14
vasamuseet.se
Open daily. June – August: 8.30 – 18.
Sept. – May; 10 – 17, Wed. until 20.
New exhibitions: ”James Cameron – Challenging the Deep” with props from Titanic and Avatar. ”In Life and Death” based on research and DNA expertise, to learn how the people aboard Vasa lived. Top quality museum shop and restaurant.

48 Vrak
Djurgårdsstrand 17
vrak.se
Open Daily. June – August, 10 – 18,
Wed. until 20. Sept. – May, 10 – 17, Wed. until 20.
Dive with VR without getting wet! Immersive films, AR and holograms make history come alive! New exhibition about the very first vikings. Free audio guides and guided tours. Sustainable museum shop. Café and bar with outdoor seating. Queer City walk 29 July during Stockholm Pride.

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Parkteatern
For all locations and calendar: kulturhusetstadsteatern.se/parkteatern
From May to September, we fill the city’s parks, playgrounds and squares with performing arts of all kinds for all ages. Discover the full program here on our website or pick up a printed copy at the ticket booth at Kulturhuset Stadsteatern on Sergels Torg. All across Stockholm, all summer long, always free admission!

Playgrounds on QueerMap
49 Rålambshov T-Fridhemsplan
50 City Hall Park T-Centralen
51 Vasaparken T-S:t Eriksplan
52 Galärparken and Under the Oak Tree, Djurgården Tram Stop Liljevalchs
53 Sergels torg T-Centralen
54 Vitabergsparken T-Medborgarplatsen
55 Fatbursparken T-Medborgarplatsen
56 Aspudds Park Playground T-Aspudden

Not on QX QueerMap
Blacken T-Blackeberg
Bandängen T-Bandhagen
Rågdalen and Rågsved Square T-Rågsved
Milan T-Hagsätra
Farsta Square and Farstaängen T-Farsta
Fagersjö Playground Bus to Havsörnstorget
Starrmyran T-Hökarängen
Hägerstensåsen Amphitheater, Teaterparken T-Hägerstensåsen
Kristallen Solberga Bus to Sulvägen
Lugnet T-Västertorp
Hässelby Square and Hässelby Playground T-Hässelby Gård
Solursparken T-Vällingby
Gulsippan Playground, Hässelby, Bus to Knäckepilsgränd
Tensta Entrance, Spånga Village and Tenstadalen T-Tensta
Husby Farm T-Husby
Hinken Playground T-Rinkeby
Sätra Square and Kulan Playground T-Sätra
The Rabbit Park Skarpaby and Playground Skarpnäcks Square T-Skarpnäck
Bredäng Park and Ängen Playground T-Bredäng
Vårgården T-Vårberg
Bredholm Square T-Skärholmen
Malmparken, Sollentuna J-Sollentuna

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HOTEL AND SERVICE

57 Castle House Inn
Brunnsgränd 4
(08) 5511 5526
castlehouse.se

58 Hotel Skeppsholmen
Gröna Gången 1
(08) 407 23 00
hotelskeppsholmen.se
Hotel Skeppsholmen offers the very best of both worlds, with one foot in the city centre and the other in the Swedish archipelago. Welcome to our eco-friendly and contemporary hotel!

Taxi Stockholm
Taxi Stockholm is the city’s most established taxi company, with a fleet of 1,500 vehicles and over 3,000 professional drivers. We’re committed to delivering a comfortable, safe, and reliable travel experience.
Book your ride via our app, taxistockholm.se
or call +46 8 15 00 00.

SHOPPING

59 Gamla Stans Bokhandel
Stora Nygatan 7
Opening Hours and events @gamlastansbokhandel
The fabulous independent bookstore in the Old Town.

QX Shop
shop.qx.se
Online store offering a large selection of Pride products, Moomin, Tom of Finland, clothing by Addicted, ES, Dick-fashion, MOXY… Presented in English, Swedish & Finnish. We deliver World Wide.

60 Torso Shop & Massage K
Kornhamnstorg 49
Open Tuesday – Saturday
torso.nu
Gay fashion store and massage studio. Offers a large selection of underwear, clothing, swimwear and accessories from Addicted, ES Collection and PUMP! Also available online. We strive to keep a nice mix of everything from fetish leather harnesses to fun pride parade outfits. High quality massages by masseurs trained in the original Swedish massage, check available massages and book through torso.bokadirekt.se.

ORGANISATIONS

61 Pride Stockholm
July 27 – August 2
[email protected]
stockholmpride.org
The Pride Festival. Party, Cultural events, Debates all around the city. Pride District at Slakthusområdet and Pride House at Clarion Sign. Pride Parade August 1 starts at Norr Mälarstrand, ends at Slussen.

62 Posithiva Gruppen
Östermalmsg. 5
(08) 720 19 60
posithivagruppen.se
[email protected]
Organization offering support and meeting point for anyone living with HIV.

63 RFSL Stockholm LGBTQI Centre
Alsnögatan 7
(08) 50162950
rfsl.se/stockholm
LGBTQI Centre with several activities and services. Youth hangout Egalia, Café for Senior Men. Also find the refugee, undocumented and newly arrived support group “Newcomers”. Dance courses, Monthly trans-café, and much more.

63 Sexperterna/Testpoint
Alsnögatan 7
testpoint.se
Rapid test for HIV and syphilis. Free of charge, anonymous and drop-in.

EROS

64 Manhattan
Hantverkargatan 49
(08) 653 92 10.
Open 12 – 00
manhattan.nu
Cabins, non-stop, dark room, glory holes, cruising area. Show the ad in the printed QueerMap and get 30 SEK discount at the entrance.

65 Blue Vision
Fridhemsgatan 44
(08) 652 86 20
bluevision.se
Daily 12 – 00
Cruising area, play space with slings, private cabins, dark room, glory holes, free wi-fi, etc.

GAY BEACHES

66 Kärsön
North end of the island.
Subway station: Brommaplan, then bus to Drottningholm.
Get off at the first stop after the first bridge and walk around the field, then through the forest.

67 Ågesta
Subway to Farsta Strand, then bus 742 or 833 to Rödmossevägen.
Look for sign ”naturistbad”. Mixed.

68 Frescati
Subway to Universitetet, then under the highway to the left, through the woods. Sunbathing, beach and cruising.

69 Långholmen
Subway station: Hornstull. West side of the island. Gay beach and gays on the hill. Mixed beaches around the island.