Nightlife·Key West Gay Guide

What are the Best Gay Bars in Key West?

Key West packs more gay bars per square mile than almost any city in America, with most clustered along a six-block stretch of Duval Street. You can easily walk between all of them in a single night.

Duval Street Bars

  • Aqua Bar and Nightclub (711 Duval St) — Key West's premier gay nightclub with two floors, a dance floor, and nightly drag shows from the Aquanettes. No cover most nights
  • Bourbon Street Pub (724 Duval St) — One of the longest-running gay bars in Key West, famous for its garden bar, go-go dancers, and late-night energy
  • 801 Bourbon Bar (801 Duval St) — Iconic open-air corner bar at Duval and Petronia with the 801 Cabaret upstairs hosting nightly drag shows
  • La Te Da (1125 Duval St) — Upscale hotel, bar, and cabaret venue. The Crystal Room hosts top-tier drag and cabaret performances nightly — the most refined show on the island
  • Garden of Eden (224 Duval St) — Clothing-optional rooftop bar above the Bull & Whistle, popular with gay visitors especially at sunset

Off-Duval

  • Bobby's Monkey Bar (900 Simonton St) — Laid-back neighborhood gay bar one block off Duval with strong drinks, a pool table, and loyal local crowd
  • 22&Co — Intimate bar popular with the LGBTQ+ crowd
  • Sidebar Club 504 — Neighborhood spot with a welcoming atmosphere
  • One Saloon — Casual gay bar with regular events

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