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Johannesburg gay guide
Explore LGBTQ+ venues in Johannesburg, South Africa — from bars, dance clubs, cruising, food and saunas to queer nightlife and more.
Johannesburg at a glance
Showing 6 of 6 venues
Featured places
Rated 4+ with at least 20 ratings. Selected by rating across different categories.
Xai-Xai Lounge
Gay-friendly Melville bar and restaurant with cocktails, live music and a relaxed local crowd.
Ratz Melville
Queer-forward Melville bar with cocktails, karaoke, DJs and late-night dancing.
The Factory
Men-only gay cruise and fetish bar in New Doornfontein with darkrooms and late-night opening.
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Great Dane
Inclusive Melville bar with a strong queer following and the return of its well-known Gay Dane Saturdays.
Liquid Blue
Queer-popular Melville nightclub and cocktail bar with a strong LGBTQ+ following.
The Rec Room
Men-only gay sauna and social venue in Ferndale with steam facilities, private spaces and a licensed bar.
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Frequently asked questions
How are venues in Johannesburg rated?
Where available, each venue shows a combined rating drawn from WhereIs.Gay member reviews together with Google and Yelp. The individual sources are shown separately on each venue page.
Can I suggest an update to a venue in Johannesburg?
Yes. Open the venue's page and use "Suggest an edit" to send a correction. Updates are reviewed before they are published.
Can I add a missing LGBTQ+ venue in Johannesburg?
Yes. You can submit a new venue. Submissions are reviewed before they appear in the directory.