Sydney's gay scene is primarily centered around Oxford Street in the suburb of Darlinghurst, which is considered the heart of the city's LGBTQ+ nightlife. Oxford Street stretches through Darlinghurst and Surry Hills, where you'll find a concentration of gay bars and LGBTQ+ venues. The area comes alive, especially on weekends, with crowds spilling onto the sidewalks. Expect all the bars to be packed during the annual 2-week-long Sydney Mardi Gras festival.
Travel Gay's top gay bar picks for Sydney
- Heart of the gay scene: Stonewall Hotel
- Rooftop bar and drag shows: The Imperial