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The best gay tours to do in Bangkok for LGBTQ travelers

Stefan Arestis
The best gay tours to do in Bangkok for LGBTQ travelers

Here are the best gay tours in Bangkok for LGBTQ travelers looking for an introduction to this super-gay city!

Aaah, Bangkok… this crazy, chaotic city can certainly overwhelm you with all the traffic and people but we keep on coming back for more! There's just something so intoxicating about this messy, gritty yet incredible city…

Thailand is one of the most gay friendly countries in Asia, so it's not surprising that its capital, Bangkok, has a fabulous gay scene. We've spent quite a bit of time exploring the gay bars and clubs in Bangkok, but sometimes you just want someone in the know to show you around.

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Luckily we've found these fabulous gay tours with local LGBTQ guides in case you're feeling a bit nervous about venturing into the maze of streets and venues by yourself. They each offer something different, so whether you're looking to party with drag queens or relax in the best gay saunas, you'll find something to love.

Be sure to also check out our gay guide to Bangkok to complement your travel planning, our article about the gay bars of Bangkok to embellish your gay scene knowledge, and for foodies, our write-up of the best gay restaurants in Bangkok to check out.

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! ♥

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Gay tour of Thailand

Discover how Thailand earned its moniker ‘The Land of Smiles' on this awesome gay tour with Out Adventures. The boys over at OA run four annual departures through the country with stops in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi, and Phuket. It's a fantastic way for first-timers to Thailand to get a thorough flavor of this incredible country with a fabulous bunch of squirrel friends to hand.

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Meet the finest drag queens of Bangkok

You can join a gay tour of Bangkok's nightlife that will take you to the hottest drag clubs where you can party like a local with the fiercest queens

In the words of Mama Ru: “we're all born naked and the rest is drag!”

Bangkok has one of the best drag scenes in Asia and we LIVE for it. They even have their own Thai version of Drag Race. If you also love drag, then we highly recommend checking out this tour.

You'll get to visit one of the best drag clubs in Bangkok to see the star queens of Drag Race Thailand (the most famous version of RuPaul’s Drag Race in all of Asia). Make sure you're wearing your big girl panties though because these Queens are fierce and will read you to filth! …which is fine as we're concerned as it's part of the experience…

Your friendly local guide will also tailor this tour to your group's interests, so as well as the main drag club, you might explore the nearby night market and do some shopping or head to other bars/clubs in the area. It's all down to what you want from your night out.

Walking down Bangkok's main gay street, Silom Soi 4, is an experience like no other, one which we love (and one of the many reasons we love to come back to Bangkok whenever we can!) Here you'll find lots of gay bars, karaoke bars, restaurants, traditional Thai food stalls, and more, all spilling light and noise out onto the street outside. Along with the drag club visit included in this tour, we also recommend checking out one of the karaoke bars or even buying your own Geri Halliwell Union Jack dress from the Patpong night market (a legit purchase by me being a Spice Girl fanatic!)

Get online while you're in Bangkok…

…by renting a pocket WiFi device. We've found this is the best way to stay connected while we're traveling as you'll have unlimited internet access during your trip, as well as being able to connect multiple devices at once. Unlike in public WiFi hotspots, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are using a secure and private connection as well.

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Private tour of the gay scene

Joining a private gay tour of Bangkok is the perfect way to be introduced to the gay scene in a way that's tailored to your own personal tastes

Be treated like a princess with a private tour!

Sometimes you just need a little bit of extra personalized attention (‘no, I am NOT spoiled Seby!') and that's what this lovely tour provides. Your local guide will find out exactly what aspects of the gay scene you're most interested in so you have the perfect night out.

The tour includes visits to two different GoGo shows with one drink included at each location. You can also visit other local gay bars and clubs, or maybe even massage parlors if that's what you feel like. Speak with your LGBTQ guide to get local tips on the best places to experience Bangkok's gay nightlife.

On a private tour like this one, you can also feel free to be completely open with your guide about exactly what you want to experience without worrying about any judgment. Even if you don't visit everything Bangkok's gay scene has to offer, your host will also be able to give you the full lowdown on where to go during the rest of your time in the city and come up with a tailored tour just for you.

STAY WITH A GAY LOCAL

Misterb&b is the Airbnb equivalent for the LGBTQ community. Unlike on Airbnb, you know your host is gay, voiding any nasty surprises when you check-in. It is also a great way to meet gay locals and discover the underground gay scene. Click below to get 10 € (or $10) off our first booking.

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Gay sauna tour in Bangkok

If you join this gay sauna tour of Bangkok you might wind up enjoying the fantastic Babylos Sauna

If you need some time to relax, unwind and get a little steamy…

…then you should head to one of the many gay saunas in Bangkok. There are many different gay saunas to choose from, so if you're feeling stuck then you can organize a local guide to show you around.

Bangkok Tours offers private, personalized tours with local gay guides who know the scene and make suggestions based on which type of sauna you want to visit. Whether you want to head to one that is popular with locals or one with a more mixed crowd, they will have the scoop.

Most gay saunas in Bangkok will include a pool, steam room, dry sauna, Jacuzzi, dark room, maze, and plenty of private cabins as well as male masseurs if you'd like a massage. Some will even have a gym. Most importantly, all gay saunas will offer you a few condoms to use.

This particular tour is perfect if you've been partying a lot and need some downtime. You can just sit back, let the steam surround you, and truly relax(!)…it's also a great way to meet some sexy locals who might be up for a spot of hanky panky!

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Underwear shows and shop tours

Once you've got new underwear on this Bangkok underwear shows and shop tour you might want to rush back to your hotel for a pillow fight like we did!

Is that a gun in your speedo or are you just happy to see me?

Well, we are certainly happy when we see a gay tour that combines two of our favorite things – hot men and shopping! Bangkok is a great place to get some bargains, especially as many big brands also showcase their underwear collections at the local gay clubs.

What better way to find the latest cut to buy while also watching hot male models showing them off on stage?! On this tour, your local LGBTQ guide will take you to the best underwear stores and local markets where you can snag a bargain. And because it's a private tour, you can bet they will cater everything to your taste.

If there are any underwear shows on at the time you'll also get to visit the clubs hosting them and enjoy some eye candy sporting the latest styles. This tour is the best of both worlds, so you can party a bit if you want, or just pick up some new Speedos to show off when you hit Thailand's world-famous beaches.

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We hope it inspires you to have a fun and safe trip!

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Gay travellers to Bangkok will not want to miss out on these fabulous gay LGBTQ tours of the city
Stefan Arestis

Hey everyone, I'm Stefan, the curly-haired Greek flavor behind the gay travel blog Nomadic Boys. Together with my other half, I have explored more than 90 countries across 5 continents. What I love most about traveling is discovering the local gay scene, making new friends, learning new cultures. I've written about LGBTQ travel in numerous online publications such as Gaycation Magazine, Gaycities, Gay Times and Pink News as well as for other non-gay-specific publications including Lonely Planet, The New York Times, The Guardian, and The Huffington Post. Check my full bio here.

Ellie

Friday 22nd of September 2023

Hello Stefan. My name is Ellie and I am a solo female traveler. I can across your site as I wanted to explore the gay scene of Bangkok. I was wondering if you have any lesbian guides or know of any other sites that might know of one. I will be in Bangkok next week. Thanks. Ellie.

Stefan Arestis

Friday 22nd of September 2023

There are a handful of excellent ones like GlobetrotterGirls, 27Travels and OnceUponAJourney ;)