Anyone that is trying to learn about the best gay and lesbian bars or clubs in Istanbul should find all the info they need right here. This local LGBT nightlife guide will also cover things like mixed clubs, trans bars, drag shows, the main queer places to party in your area and more!
On top of that the best LGBT dating sites will be mentioned, particularly some sites for those who are more interested in hooking up than getting too deep into a serious relationship at the moment. Plus we will mention all of the best Istanbul gay pride events and meet ups around town. Not all of you will be interested in going out to a lesbian or gay bar or nightclub near you to try and meet people so we will try to cover all the bases so that you can pick out which option you prefer. Back in the day most gay bars in Istanbul were only full of men looking for men to hook up with.
However in this century things have changed and currently most venues are more mixed LGBT style, and some are mixed gay and straight. That also holds true for all of you that are trying to find lesbian bars in your area for women to meet women. Go party at the spots in the mixed list and if there is nothing to your liking around find another place to try. If you disagree, if any of the venues we have listed have closed, or if any new Istanbul gay or lesbian hot spots have opened up please tell us in the comments below so that our lists can be as correct and up to date as possible.
Look, going out to an LGBT bar or club is not for everyone. Whatever your reasons or motivations are LGBT dating sites are a great way to meet people without having to get all dressed up and head to a gay or lesbian bar near you to do so. Men Nation is a really good dating site for local gay hook ups, and if you want to hook up with gay guys in Istanbul you should definitely check it out.
Lesbian Personals is a really cool lesbian hook up site, and they are both run by Adult Friend Finder. You have probably seen AFF ads around the web, probably on porn, sex, or other adult sites. If you are gay and looking for guys in your area to hook up with try Men Nation , if you are a lesbian and want to find lesbian girls in Istanbul to hook up then Lesbian Personals is your spot, and if you are bi try Adult Friend Finder. One day a serious relationship might interest you, but until then we all have needs.
