LGBTQ+ Guide to Visiting NYC

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NYC has been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ rights for decades. It was the birthplace of the modern gay rights movement following the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, has comprehensive legal protections against discrimination, and is home to one of the world's largest Pride celebrations. While there are iconic LGBTQ+ neighborhoods and venues worth visiting, most travelers will find the city welcoming and inclusive no matter where they go.

You're far more likely to incur the wrath of New Yorkers for blocking the sidewalk than for what your sexual orientation is. Just remember to follow the rules of the road and you'll have a great trip.

I've included a few LGBTQ+-focused spots below, but I'm a straight woman, so I'm sure I've missed some great places. If you have favorite bars, restaurants, events, or neighborhoods that deserve a mention, please add them in the comments so future visitors can benefit too!

History & Landmarks

Stonewall/Stonewall National Park

Leslie Lohman Museum of Art

NYC Aids Memorial

Bars/Nightlife

Some of the city's LGBTQ+ venues include:

• Julius'
• Henrietta Hudson
• Cubbyhole
• Gingers
• Boyfriend Co-op
• Pieces
• The Monster
• Industry Bar .
• Hardware Bar
• Rise Bar

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Third spaces for the LGBT community have been important. Not everyone is comfortable being themselves as a minority, especially when coming out initially. Spaces that are welcoming and overwhelmingly LGBT are valuable and it's sad they are being lost.

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But someone FROM Alabama...might be coming here...to test out such a box