Explore Gay Singapore.

Gay Singapore.

What's it really like?

Gay Singapore trendy, busy and full of life! What happened? Singapore used to be a boring stop-over city and now it’s become one of the hippest cities in the region.

Over the past 10 years, Singapore has up its game. Chinatown hosts a great range of LGBT bars, clubs, and saunas. From fancy cocktails in Dorothy’s to dark mazes in ShoGun.

The law is yet to catch up with the rest of the world, yet local businesses, society and the gay Singapore community have been pushing forward. Sex between gay men is illegal but don’t let this put you off Singapore. This developed city-state is home to some of the world’s best restaurants, shopping, hotels, and parks. With all year-round hot weather gay Singapore offers one of the best city break destinations in Asia!

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Singapore's Gay Nightlife

Singapore being a serious city means most of the best nightlife takes place on the weekends. The majority of gay bars are located on Neil Road, Chinatown. The area is great for jumping between the bars as they are all so close together. Check out Tantric and May Wong’s Café for some fun gay bars.

The largest gay club in Singapore was Taboo, again located on Neil Road in Chinatown. The club has closed during Covid and may reopen in a new venue in the future.

Gay Saunas, Cruising & Massage

Singapore has a surprisingly large number of gay saunas, mainly located in Chinatown. Most gay saunas have excellent facilities including fully equipped gyms, steam room as well as the mazes, dark rooms and private cabins.

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Singapore's Gay-Friendly Hotels

Being such a popular destination Singapore is home to a huge number of world-class hotels. Unlike many other parts of Asia, Singapore is not a place to visit for affordable luxury. Hotel prices in Singapore are on par with some of the most expensive destinations in the world.

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Gays and the Law

Singapore is one of the last remaining advanced economies where sex between two men is still illegal. The law is not fully enforced, between 2007 and 2013 nine men were charged with breaking this law, most of whom were caught having sex in a public place. Unsurprisingly gay marriage is illegal and internationally performed same-sex marriages are not recognized in Singapore.

While the law may be outdated attitudes within the country are more accepting. Singapore hosts an annual LGBT rights festival, “Pink Dot” which has grown in recent years.

Gay individuals and gay businesses are generally accepted by the authorities and the public with the exception of large gay dance festivals, which have not taken place in the city for a number of years.

AFA (Action for Aids) is a great resource for more information about HIV testing in Singapore. AFA operate an anonymous clinic for testing 3 times a week every Tue, Wed and Sat. For full STI testing, STDScreening offers a dedicated clinic however the service is not subsidized and testing is relatively expensive.

HIV infection rate among gay men living in Singapore is estimated to be 5%. Condom and lube are stocked in most convenience stores and supermarkets across Singapore.

For more information be sure to check out ActionforAids.org.sg

Chinatown – Historic Chinatown has become the heart of gay Singapore. Most of the gay nightlife takes place on Neil Road. The neighborhood mixes old and new and side by side are traditional shops and trendy cafes.

Marina Bay – Marina bay is the Singapore you see in the magazines. Full of glittering buildings and amazing parks. Marina Bay Sands is Singapore’s most iconic building home to the equally iconic bar CÉ LA VI (previously Ku De Ta).

Little India – buzzes with history. This part of Singapore is known for its vibrant culture, incredible shopping, and delicious food.

Orchard Road – is for shopping. Described in Singapore as “Asia’s most famous shopping street”. The area is home to all your fashion favorites, with everything from the high street to the luxurious.

Singapore city has an extensive public transport network including MRT (both underground and above ground railway system), buses, and taxis. Local tip – If you are only visiting the city for a few days it might work out best to buy a Tourist Pass on an EZ-link card for the MRT with unlimited usage for 1, 2 or 3 days. Tourist Pass start from S$10 per day (plus a $10 refundable deposit).

Airport – Changi Airport is Singapore’s main airport. The most convenient way to reach the city is by train which departs from terminal 2 & 3. There is also a bus to the center of Singapore leaving from all three terminals. Both the train and bus use EZ-link cards for payment.

MRT – Operating from 5.30 am to 1.30 am the MRT is usually the quickest way to get around town. Pay-via EZ-link card.

Taxi – convenient, run on meter and the drivers often have good English. GrabTaxi is available in Singapore. Uber is not available in Singapore after it sold out to GrabTaxi.

Bus – Singapore has a large bus network covering the city. With maps and signs in English, it’s pretty easy for tourists to use. Pay via EZ-link card or use exact fare only (no change is given), remember to tap your card both entering and leaving the bus.

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