Singapore’s immaculate streets, filled with bustling citizens, epitomizes modern efficiency and is quite the sight to behold! The nightlife on this vibrant island is vibrant and thriving, with a growing following and never a lack of great people watching. To get your LGBT party fix during your next visit to Singapore, check out our top five Singapore gay bar picks! 

Tantric Bar

Probably the most popular gay bar in Singapore, particularly on Friday and Saturday nights with party boys who down a few cocktails before heading across the road to Taboo. This venue features a great mix of sights, sounds and reasonably-priced drinks- all of which makes the open air courtyard and indoor bar of Tantric Bar a great place to start any night out.

Taboo

This very popular two-story dance club features tons of dance floor space and a lounge bar in the loft area.  The main LED lit dance floor is open on Friday, Saturday and the eve of public holidays, and the upstairs loft area is more of a relaxed hang-out area. Taboo also hosts a special themed party called “Hot” on the last Saturday of each month, which features an international guest DJ.

Nirvana

Nirvana Bistro & Bar is a new venue set in a Chinatown shop house that is great to visit day or night! This Buddha-inspired destination offers its visitors a relaxed atmosphere with a wide selection of food and drinks from a bistro / bar menu- all at great prices. For the “happiest happy hour” in all of Singapore, look no further than Nirvana.

Play

Anything goes at Play, which makes it one of the top spots for the island's gay and alternative party scenes! The incredible space is cavernous, with an all-black interior which complement any fabulous ensemble you've chosen to wear. With an energetic crowd busting their moves to trippy beats and punchy sounds, this is one Playground experience you'll be talking about for years to come!

Zouk

Thriving since 1991, Zouk is a wine bar and club that has managed to stay fresh and has even expanded to include several separate spaces. The main part is often compared to the clubs of the hottest cities in the world. Zouk also boasts resident and guest DJs spinning incredible dance music. This hotspot has multiple venues and not only features great wine but also a delicious dinner menu so be sure to come hungry!

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