At Christopher Street Tours, our mission is to share stories and uplift the voices of those who paved the way before us. We’re equally committed to supporting small, local, LGBTQ+-owned and queer-friendly businesses, which inspired the creation of this LGBTQ+ Community Guide. These are our top recommendations, thoughtfully curated by our team of LGBTQ+ guides. Whether you’re joining us after one of our tours in NYC, searching for another welcoming and affirming space, or simply stumbled upon this page, we hope you find these suggestions both useful and enjoyable!
Bars & Clubs
3 Dollar Bill
A large queer-friendly nightclub and performance space hosting dance parties, drag shows, and other eclectic events.
Cubbyhole
A long-standing neighborhood bar offering a laid-back atmosphere, colorful decor, and a welcoming environment for all.
Henrietta Hudson
A celebrated LGBTQ+ bar serving craft cocktails and providing a safe space for queer women and the broader community.
House of Yes
A vibrant performance venue and nightclub celebrating creativity, inclusivity, and radical self-expression, offering immersive events and performances in a queer-positive space.
Ginger’s Bar
A cherished Brooklyn LGBTQ+ neighborhood bar, known for its relaxed vibe, pool table, and welcoming space for queer women and the broader LGBTQ+ community.
The Stonewall Inn
A historic LGBTQ+ bar and the birthplace of the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, featured on our Village Pride Walking Tour!
Other Community Spaces
Bluestockings Cooperative
An activist center and feminist bookstore, providing a safe and inclusive space for the LGBTQ+ community.
Brooklyn Community Pride Center
Offering programs and resources for the LGBTQ+ community, this center fosters inclusion and empowerment for all.
The Brooklyn Loft
A queer-owned art studio offering classes in figure drawing, collage, and more!
Bureau of General Services—Queer Division
A unique LGBTQ+ bookstore and event space within The LGBT Community Center, promoting queer literature, culture, and social justice through readings, book launches, and discussions.
Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art
An essential LGBTQ+ cultural institution, this museum is dedicated to showcasing and preserving queer art and culture through exhibitions, programming, and community engagement.
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
A vital hub offering a wide range of resources, support groups, and programs for LGBTQ+ individuals, featured on our Village Pride Walking Tour!
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or you’re a local looking to support LGBTQ+ spaces, we hope this guide helps you connect with the local and diverse communities in New York City. Enjoy exploring, and don’t forget to share your experiences with us!
Do you know of any other LGBTQ+ community spaces in New York City that you’d like to see highlighted on this list? Contact us so we can add it to this post!
