Oaxaca gay friendly
Oaxaca City offers a affectionate welcome to LGBTQ+ travelers. Acknowledged for its vibrant arts scene and rich cultural heritage, this destination provides a unique fuse of history and diversity. While Oaxaca may not be the most obvious choice for Homosexual visitors, it’s a city where inclusivity is increasingly celebrated. With a laid-back but lively atmosphere, you'll find plenty of places where you can express yourself freely.
Throughout the year, Oaxaca hosts a variety of LGBTQ+ events, including the annual Pride celebration in June. The lively parade and events that accompany Pride create an thrilling environment filled with vibrant costumes and music. Oaxaca is also home to the Muxes, members of the Zapotec community who embrace a unique third gender identity, offering a unique cultural experience.
The ideal moment to visit is during the cooler months from October to February when the weather is pleasant, and the city is buzzing with cultural festivities. This period aligns with Guelaguetza, though it doesn't focus on Gay events specifically, the inclusive soul spreads throughout t
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Mexico has some dynamic and world class cities and some of the world's best beaches. For gay and sapphic travelers the choices are endless from the one of the world's biggest cities with a gay scene to match to the biggest gay beach scene in the Americas in Puerto Vallarta and so much more.
Mexico Town and nearby
Mexico Metropolis is one of the world's biggest and most thrilling cities and has a gay scene to match with a wide variety of bars, discos, restaurants and a vibrant street scene.
Mexico City
The city continues outside the Federal District in the State of Mexico which has a fair number of LGBT places as well. A small further afield the neighboring state of Morelos has some great destinations for LGBT travelers such as Cuernavaca and Tepoztlán. And nearby Puebla and Tlaxcala have plenty of options too!
Oaxaca City has long drawn artists and creative minds to her bright, cobbled streets, and just one visit to the enchanting colonial city is all it takes to notice why. Located in South-western Mexico, Oaxaca oozes with old-world charm, pre-Colombian ruins, and fascinating indigenous traditions. What’s more, Oaxaca is considered to be the culinary capital of Mexico, characterised by flavours fancy sweet and spicy chocolate, decadent moles, and smooth (but potent) mezcal. Wondering what to do in Oaxaca? The city is safe and best explored at leisure on foot, with ample time for stops at quaint coffee shops and mezcal bars along the way. The most magical hours are early morning when most locals have yet to arise, and after dusk when the Zocalo (Central Plaza) comes alive with lights, sounds and colours. For your definitive Oaxaca gay guide, you’ve arrive to the right place.
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Where to stay in Oaxaca City
Discerning gay travellers will find Oaxaca City&#;s accommodation options as vibrant and diverse as the city itself. Nestled in the heart of the historic centre, the
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Zipolite is one of the highlights for a lgbtq+ or nudist visitor to Mexico. It has Mexico's only real nude beach and the whole town is very gay amiable. The beautiful approximately 2 km long beach is fronted by a collection of beachside restaurants and hotels. Nudity is entirely accepted and normal on the entire beach as are displays of love between same-sex couples.
The middle sections of the beach though are primarily linear and primarily clothed. The beach faces almost directly south so you can catch both beautiful sunrises and sunsets. At the west end of the beach is El Alquimista hotel and restaurant and Shambala. El Alquimista's beach restaurant is a famous gay gathering spot and the rocks and beach in front are as well. The most lgbtq+ section (and the most nudist) is Playa del Amor, reached by walking to the far east side of the main beach, wading a petty pond depending on the tide and then climbing a stairway up and back down to the small hidde