The main gay neighbourhood of Fort Lauderdale is based in Wilton Manors, located around 15 minutes drive inland from the beach. Taking a stroll together through the Bohemian streets of Eucalyptus Gardens Fort Lauderdale gay area Read why we included Fort Lauderdale in our detailed guide to the best vacation places in the world for LGBTQ travelers.
This is our detailed gay guide to Fort Lauderdale featuring highlights from the gay scene of Wilton Manors, the best gay beaches, events, and gay hotels to stay.
There's always something happening and you're almost always guaranteed gorgeous sunny weather. We always love coming here, particularly as it's a 365-day destination. We've been several times to Fort Lauderdale, either as a stopover for a cruise, or to go to one of the many gay parties they have here throughout the year like “Wicked Manors” on Halloween. Over the past few decades, Fort Lauderdale has evolved massively to become the gay capital of Florida as well as one of the top LGBTQ destinations in the USA. The city has everything to suit all LGBTQ travelers including clothing-optional male-only resorts, gay beaches, many gay events taking place throughout the year, and of course the gay scene of Wilton Manors! “Fort Lauderdale is almost too gay to function!”
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