Madeira Gay Guide 2019

Gay life in Madeira is laid-back with a discreet LGBT community which, whatsoever, is quite extensive. The island's peak season, weather-wise, is from May to August, however we would also recommend you visiting both in Spring and September/October. That said, Madeira is an all-year-round destination, and many gay travelers visit it during winter to grab some winter sun. 

The gay scene of Madeira is unorganized. There are not any gay clubs or bars around the island, however, you shouldn't be discouraged, since the majority of the local clubs, bars, cafe, and restaurants are actually gay-friendly. Some of the most popular gay-friendly venues are Venda Velha, 23 Vintage Bar, Mini Eco Bar, Cafe do Teatro, Trap Music Bar, Copacabana Disco, & Escondidinho!

There are not any gay events on the island, however, Madeira hosted its 2nd gay pride in 2018, since the previous gay pride, that took place in 2017, had an unexpectedly high attendance. Apart from the gay pride, you will not find any other popular gay events, however, the trendy bars and cafes of the island might host some occasional special nights!

Furthermore, we should mention that Madeira is not only about its gay scene, Madeira has a lot more to offer than that. First of all, Madeira is known for its crystal-clear beaches, where you can enjoy the most pleasurable dives of your life. Then, there are many extreme sports, trendy bars, and an array of boutique hotels, which will surely keep you busy through your holidays! 

Last but not least, we should mention GayMadeira.com, a gay blog that aims to help the gay visitors of Madeira. The blog is run by Mr. Tobi Hughes, who gave us all the information about the island. Tobi and his partner are very willing to help the gay travelers who visit Madeira, by giving personalised tips with the most popular gay-friendly venues as well as the top things to do around the island!