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First Impressions: Cape Town’s Gay Scene
I always knew Cape Town was the gayest city on the continent of Africa and the nation of South Africa, but I hadn't actually formed any expectations.
Prior to our arrival, my confidant forwarded me a calendar exploding with events for Celebration month, which happened to overlap perfectly with our reside in Cape Town; our last weekend would even be the Pride march and related parties. We went in with a relatively open mind and would just notice how it went.
This post is more about our personal experience with lgbtq+ life in Cape Town. If you want to arrange your trip to Cape Town further, open our Lgbtq+ Cape Town Reference in a recent tab for later!
First Taste of Same-sex attracted Cape Town Nightlife at Pink Candy
Our first taste of gay nightlife was in the create of a club called Pink Candy, located at the edge of the Central Business District (CBD). It was unfamiliar in every sense, from the over-the-top decorations, to the super camp music, to the cleaners immediately mopping the floor next to you if even a release of your swallow fell to the floor while you danced.
The crowd was incredibly sexy, but I noticed a much more reserved quality to the people that I don Safety is often a concern for visitors in Cape Town due to the country’s high crime rate. The sad reality is that crime does happen. Despise crimes and instances of homophobia still occur — as they do anywhere in the society — but this should not deter you from traveling to Cape Town. As a general rule of thumb, keep your belongings close and avoid walking alone at night. This is something that locals will propose and practice themselves. Aside from this, South Africans are generally very friendly and will be sure to make you touch as welcome as possible. South Africa has a complicated and tragic history of discrimination influenced by colonialism and apartheid. Under the apartheid regime from 1948 to 1994, homosexuality was a crime punishable by up to seven years in prison. Several gay rights organizations were formed in the 1970s, but until the 1980s, the groups were divided racially. Many prominent white members of the queer community endorsed the ruling National Party. Since the end of apartheid, the South African constitution has made a concerted effort to ensure equal rights for all. South Afri Cape Town is breathtaking from above. Hell, it’s breathtaking from all angles and has to be a contender for one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Flanked by the impressive Table Mountain, the city curves around the coast like a loving hug, which fits with the city’s moniker: “the mother city.” Superior travel authorities like The Guardian, The New York Times, and TripAdvisor hold named Cape Town a top destination, and we couldn’t agree more. It’s an incredibly diverse, gay-friendly city and it will blow you away with its beauty, the welcoming attitude of its residents, and the pure range of attractions and outdoor activities available, from hiking to shark diving to helicopter rides to wine drinking—yes, that counts as an outdoor activity if you do it at one of the many wineries surrounding Cape Town. 1. General Tips Cape Town has probably the largest and most diverse Gay scene found in South Africa, albeit still small compared to other capital cities. The uppermost concentration of nightlife is found in the Waterkant area. There is a mixture of Homosexual nightlife in Cape Town, from smaller bars, where locals meet for a casual drink, to the two well-liked dance clubs, Pink Panther and Crew Bar. Cape Town’s most popular tourist attractions include the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, a large shopping and dining venue; the iconic Table Mountain—the top of which can be reached either by hiking or cable car; and the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Cape Town also has an annual Pride, which takes place around the end of February. This is a very diverse event, with all subsections of the Queer community being very well represented. Johannesburg is the largest town in South Africa, and has a large LGBTQ+ people. While Cape Town takes the crown as the ‘gay-capital’ of South Africa, Johannesburg does still offer a vibrant and diverse Diverse scene. The scene The Ultimate LGBTQ Guide to Cape Town
Gay Cape Town – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
Table of Contents
2. Transportation & Airport Transfer
3. Gay Hotels in Cape Town
4. Sightseeing & Activities in Cape Town
5. Restaurants and Cafes
6. Cape Town Gay Bars and Clubs
7. Cape Town Gay Saunas & Cruising Bars
8. Homosexual Beaches in Cape Town
9. Gay Events in Cape Town
10. Day Trips fro
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