The vibrant city of Brighton is one of the most colourful and creative cities in the UK. Packed full of history, unique attractions and a lively and fun atmosphere, Brighton has a lot to offer. It also has an amazing selection of LGBT bars, pubs and clubs.

Gay Brighton has everything you need. Spend the afternoon at the Amsterdam sauna, open to gay and bisexual men every day from 2pm – 4am. Visit Brighton’s nudist beach or stay at one of it’s many gay-friendly hotels, all close to the nightlife the city has to offer. In May check out Brighton Festival Fringe, one of the biggest cultural festivals in the UK, or the annual Pride in Brighton and Hove, the biggest free pride event in the UK.

Click the link for a list of the vast amounts of diverse bars and clubs the city offers it’s LGBT community.

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Thinking of a holiday by the sea? Brighton is Britain’s best seaside LGBT destination, only 45 minutes south of London. Below are our top ten suggestions on how to truly experience LGBT Brighton.

1. Get Some Revenge

One of Brighton’s big gay pleasures offering different nights 5 times a week, there is something for everyone.

2. Attend Brighton Pride

Brighton Pride celebrates everything LGBT in a week long extravaganza of events and parties culminating in a spectacular carnival parade and party in Preston Park.

3.  Buy Something Naughty and Nice

Visit She Said, a boutique selling Lingerie, Corsets, Hosiery, Shoes, Party wear, Adult Toys. Club wear, Books, Art and Gifts.

4.  Visit a Temple…

A temple of relaxation that is. A small and intimate space welcoming gay and bisexual men from 2pm until 5am every day.

5.  Take your Meds at Doctor Brightons

Spend some time at this Brighton institution, with views across the sea making it a popular place to sit outside during the summer months, and the cozy interior draws the crowds in the winter.

6.  Download a Cool City Walk

From trendy North Laine area, to the Royal Pavilion, then on to the many attractions along the seafront and of course, around the famous Lanes.

7.  Take a tour of the Royal Pavilion

This stunning seaside palace of the Prince Regent (George IV) is one of the most dazzling and exotic buildings in the British Isles. A must see.

8. Get Hitched

Brighton was recently named the most popular place in the UK for civil partnerships.

9.  Go shopping in the Artist’s Quarter

Housing a collection of quaint and funky artist’s studio spaces.  Grab a coffee and enjoy the art hunt.

10.  Don your fanciest hat

Fancy a day at the races? Check out John Smith’s Race Day where you can wear your fanciest hat and place a bet at a course where the turf meets the surf.

Click here for even more ideas on what you can do in LGBT Brighton.