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About Washington
Washington DC is notorious. Politics, crime, punk rock and protests have given this popular destination for the gay community a bit of an edge.
The city’s lively gay nightlife is centered within a couple of neighborhoods, easily accessible by public transportation. Several top hot spots are located in Dupont Circle, just a few minutes walk from Dupont Circle Metro stop. Here you will find glam mixed with button-down conservative types and everything in between. Or you can head downtown for some leather action.
After playing the tourist during the day, soaking in the US history that drips from most of the capital, you’ll need to unwind. Drinking, dancing, lounging – whatever you’re after, DC provides.
Washington Hotels
The Hay-Adams Hotel
Gracious downtown hotel located in Lafayette Square. As close as you can get to the White House without actually being invited there. Has the ambiance of a distinguished private home. Smart and classy.
Lafayette Square16th & H Streets N.W.
Tel No: +1 202-638-6600
Artists Inn Residence
Gay Owned BB in two 1900 townhouses.The owner delights in making your stay and visit to DC positively unforgetable.A fantastic daily breakfast and a perfect location.A welcoming home away from home for GLBT travellers and their families.
1824 R Street NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202-667-6707
Hotel Palomar
Cool and hip gay friendly, Kimpton Hotels offering. Perfect balance between luxury and a genuine boutique feel. Great Dupont Circle location – for all else that you’re going to be doing. Head-turning and trendy alternative to the big chains.
2121 P St NWTel No: +1 202-448-1800
Mandarin Oriental
New-ish addition to the DC Hotel scene. Mixes-up classic Federalist architecture with Asian influences. Location is great for leisure and ok for business. Subdued Asian elegance – expensive but probably worth it.
1330 Maryland Ave SWTel No: +1 202-554-8588
Hotel Monaco Washington D.C.
A dash of style behind the deadly serious marble exterior.A Kimpton Hotel that gets the style and substance balance just right.Downtown location – pretty much everything else you’ll want is within walking distance.This gay friendly hotel is a sophisicated choice.
700 F St NWTel No: +1 202-628-7177
Hotel George
Flashy exterior than gives way to a genuinely cool hotel. An absolutely perfect antidote to some of the stuffiness of the huge chains. Good location, and boasting one of the city’s best restaurants. A celeb choice too – but only the trendy ones.
15 E Street NW.Tel No: +1 202-347-4200
Washington Bars / Club
The Bachelors Mill
The Mill offers the best entertainment 7 days a week.The District’s oldest and largest entertainment complex.Exclusively dedicated to the gay and lesbian communities.There are pool tables upstairs a goga area on the first floor and a hip hop room.
1104 8th Street SEWashington
Tel No: +1 202-546-5979
DC Eagle
With a variety of events the DC Eagle has a rich history in the town. Monday and Tuesdays have all-day happy hours and a variety of pool tournaments. They have numerous levels and a frisky patio. This Leather/Levi bar is also home to the Mr. DC Eagle Contest.
639 New York Avenue NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202-347-6025
Omega DC
Massive gay club often overlooked amongst DC’s club scene.A great jeans and t-shirt place to kick back and have some drinks with friends.Diverse crowd too from a drag queen to a stripper to a leather guy.Has DC’s closest version of a darkroom.
2122 P St NWTel No: +1 202 223-4917
Nellie’s Sports Bar
A Washington gay sports bar.Two levels of space big screen TVs and a great outdoor patio.A great place to watch the game or grab food drinks.
900 U St. NWTel No: +1 202 332-6355
Apex
The Apex (formerly Badlands) is a gay club that offers nightly drink specials.Withshirtless boys cruising and TVs above the bars.Gladys Kravitz DC’s favorite fabulous drag diva hosts karaoke on Friday nights.DJs spin tight sets packing the dance floor so arrive early to adore the eyecandy.
1415 22nd St NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202-296-0505
JR’s Bar & Grill
Part of the luxury boutique Hotel Helix. Almost-perfect downtown location. Louche and loungey hot and hip. Popular with a thirty-something crowd and plenty of top talent.
1519 17th Street NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202-328-0090
Washington Restaurants
Hard Rock Cafe
Gay friendly Washington DC branch of the Hard Rock Cafe chain.This was the venue for Pride 2007 opening party.Just a short walk from the White House and Capitol Hill.Enjoy all your traditional favourites here.
999 E. Street N.WWashington
Tel No: +1 202 737 7625
Duplex Diner
Gay friendly restaurant and bar.The Duplex Diner attracts a gay crowd for its regular happy hours.It organises occasional special event parties.Open til 01.30 at weekends.
2004 18th St. NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202 265 9599
Banana Café Piano Bar
Banana Cafe is a popular gay friendly restaurant. Serving Cuban, Puerto Rican and Tex-Mex dishes. Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere and live music nightly in the Piano Bar. Open for Lunch Dinner and Brunch on Sunday’s.
500 8th Street SEWashington
Tel No: +1 202 543 5906
Charlie Palmer Steak
Upscale restaurant serving some of the best steaks in town. Capitol Hill location with excellent views to take it all in. Rooftop dining and an outstanding 3500+ wine list. Surprisingly not too expensive (by DC standards).
101 Constitution Ave NWTel No: +1 202-547-8100
DC Coast
Popular downtown seafood restaurant. Good location overlooking the busy 14th Street – great for people-watching.  It’s not just seafood here and there’s a contemporary feel to everything. Far from expensive.
1401 K St NWTel No: +1 202-216-5988
Dakota Cowgirl
Restaurant used to be known as Hamburger Mary’s.It’s linked to the gay Titan Bar and serves a range of American style food.Serves steaks burgers fried chicken etc. Plus a few Mexican dishes.Open Daily 11:00 – 01:00.
1337 14th Street NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202 232 7010
Washington Arts, Culture and Leisure
White House & Visitor Center
No trip to DC would be complete without paying The President a visit! US Citizens should contact your Member of Congress in advance. Tours then allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. Visitor Centre – located not far away in the Department of Commerce Building.
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NWTel No: +1 202-456-1111
Capital Pride 2010
This 35th Pride celebration in the Nations Capital will run for ten days. Starting on Thursday June 3rd and culminating on Sunday June 13th. See website for more information.
Pennsylvania AvenueWashington
DC Black Pride 2010
Supporting the African American, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. On May 25 1991 the first D.C. Black Pride festival was held. Held this year on May 27th to the 31st 2010. See website for more information.
2320 17th St NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202-737-5767
Lambda Rising
Lambda Rising began serving the Gay Lesbian community in 1974.Was quickly recognized as a leader in literary political social world.They offer the finest in GLBTQ literature and entertainment.You’ll also find free copies of the local gay newspapers.
1625 Connecticut Ave NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202 462 6969
Pulp
Pulp is a store selling gifts home accessories and novelty items.The staff ages 14 to 66 gay and straight black Native American and white.A place where people feel acknowledged respected and entertained.Mon – Sat: 10:00 – 20:00 Sunday: 10:00 – 18:00.
1803 14th Street N.W.Washington
Tel No: +1 202 462 7857
Results Gym
Gay friendly gym with women only area located in the Dupont Circle area. This impressive gym has all the facilities you could possibly want. Also includes an indoor climbing wall. 65000 square foot multi-use fitness facility.
315 G Street SETel No: +1 202-234-5678
Washington Adult Entertainment
Crew Club
Gay male sauna in Washington.Steam rooms Private changing rooms and free tanning.This newly renovated club has all the amenities you would require.A hot atmosphere with even hotter men!
1321 14th Street NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202 319 1333
The Leather Rack
The Leather Rack is based in Washington DC.Source of quality leather apparel accessories gears and mature toys.Providing an adult service for over 30 years.Sun 11am-8pm Mon-Thurs 11am-11pm Fri-Sat 11am-12am.
1723 Connecticut Avenue NWWashington
Tel No: +1 202 797 7401
Ziegfeld’s/Secrets
This is a full frontal male strip club. Complete with Drag shows and nude male dancers. The crowds are diverse and lively. Frequented by a gay, straight and bi, fun loving crowd.
1824 Half StWashington
Tel No: +1 202-863-0670