Gay clubs in medellin

Whilst Bogota in Colombia is home to the largest gay club in South AmericaMedellin is notorious for having the most beautiful guys…the famous hot singer, Maluma, is a Paisa boy… just sayin'…. As such, it makes it a popular base for digital nomads and startups. We based ourselves in Medellin for almost a year because of this.

Medellin also has a fun gay scene to explore. Whilst it's not as big as the Chapinero gay scene of Bogotait still has plenty of awesome gay hangouts to check out, which we've summarised in this article. For more, be sure to check out our comprehensive gay guide to Medellin. Heads up: We just wanted to let you know that this post contains affiliate links.

That means if you book something through one of those links, we'll get a small commission, at no extra cost to you. It helps us keep our blog going — so thank you in advance for your support! This is the tourist-beating heart of Medellin, where the city's best hotels, restaurants, and nightlife can be found. It's a lot of fun here.

There's always an electric and young vibe, particularly at weekends.

Medellin Gay Bars

The Paisas love to party and will quickly embrace you. The other thing to note about Medellin and Colombia generally is that despite its tumultuous history especially in the 90s and what you see on Netflix's Narcos series, it's actually very safe. Medellin, in particular, has undergone a huge club over the past 20 years.

What used to be the home city of billionaire drug baron, Pablo Escobar is today one of the most progressive, exciting, and gay-friendly cities in Colombia. Put it this way, on the elevator of our apartment building, we spotted a sign, that showed a list of arrestable offences and their respective penalties.

Note that the iconic Ink Bar in Laureles sadly closed its doors for good in and we mourn its loss. Our friends at The Queer Scout, an excellent gay local tour company, offer a gay nightlife tour of Medellin. We found this to be a fantastic way to discover the gay scene.

You'll be greeted by a gay gay guide, who'll take you to the medellin gay bars in Medellin for an unforgettable night out! Chiquita is a bar like no other. It's super hip, with some of the quirkiest decor you'll ever see in your life. It takes kitsch to a whole new level, and we love it!

The story behind Bar Chiquita is that it is the home of the eccentric but worldly diva-goddess called Chiquita. Everything in this quirky gem of a bar is based on Chiquita's character as being a well-traveled, strong woman of the world, with plenty of different interests!

Chiquita's home breaks down the barriers of normality and encourages you to unleash your inner freak… and we live for it! The outdoor terrace is also one of our favorite spots in Medellin for cocktails and people-watching. However, come early to get a table outside as they're very popular.