Let’s be clear: Madrid is one of the LGBTQ+ capitals of the world, but sometimes it feels like the “G” in the acronym takes up all the space. If you Google “gay scene in Chueca,” you’ll find 20 saunas and 30 clubs for guys. What about us?
Don’t worry, Madrid has a vibrant, resilient, and incredibly fun lesbian scene. You just need to know where to look. This is the updated 2026 Lesbian Guide to Madrid to help you find the best bars, parties, and cultural spots where women (cis, trans) and non-binary people take center stage.
💜 The Resistance Map
Unlike the male gay circuit, which is highly concentrated, the girls’ scene is more about “resistance.” There are fewer permanent physical venues, but the ones that remain are sacred temples. Here, loyalty is law, and the community is the glue that holds everything together.
🍸 The “Must-Visits”: Lesbian Bars in Chueca
1. Fulanita de Tal (The Temple)
You can’t talk about the lesbian scene in Spain without mentioning Fulanita. Located on Calle Regueros, it’s much more than a bar. It’s a cultural center, a dance floor, and a football stadium (yes, they watch the women’s league matches here with a passion you won’t see anywhere else).
- The Vibe: From afternoon beers to late-night drinks. Pop music, campy tunes, and classics we all know how to sing.
- Don’t miss: Their acoustic concerts and the famous “Fulanita Fest” that shakes up the neighborhood in summer.
- Location: 📍 Calle de Regueros, 9
2. Truco (The Living Legend)
If the walls of Truco could talk, they would write the history of the LGBT movement in Madrid. It’s the oldest venue in the neighborhood. You don’t come here for minimalist design; you come for the authenticity, the foosball table, and the immediate feeling of being with family. It’s the perfect place to warm up before a night out.
- The Vibe: A traditional tavern, a crowd of all ages, and a very relaxed atmosphere.
- Location: 📍 Calle de Gravina, 10
🌈 Mixed & Friendly Scene (Where we also rule)
Not everything has to be exclusive. There are places where the design, culture, and cool atmosphere attract a very strong lesbian community.
Válgame Dios
The celebrity hotspot. The management and atmosphere attract many women from the world of culture and fashion. Ideal for people-watching with a good glass of wine.
Libertad 8
The temple of singer-songwriters. If you’re looking to listen to live female artists in a traditional cafe, you can breathe queer sensibility in every chord here.
Pro Tip: If you’re looking for something truly exclusive and mysterious for a special date, you have to check out Jack’s Library. It’s a hidden speakeasy behind a bookstore that girls who want to step away from the commercial circuit absolutely love.
☕ Cafes and “Tardeo”: For a first date
Looking for a quiet place to get to know someone without having to shout over the music? The tempo drops here, but the connection goes up.
- La Kama Café: A Chueca square classic with comfy sofas and dim lighting. Although it’s mixed, it’s a favorite afternoon meeting point for groups of girls. Coffee here always turns into cocktails.
- Diurno: Restaurant and video club. A cosmopolitan and modern atmosphere, perfect for a tapas dinner before hitting the clubs.
- Coco Social House: If you work remotely or want a brunch surrounded by creative and open-minded people, Coco is our unofficial headquarters for a productive afternoon.
💃 Clubbing: When the bars close
The night doesn’t end at 3:00 AM. If your body is asking for the dance floor until dawn, these are your coordinates:
Escape (The Club)
It’s the big sister of lesbian nightlife. Close to Sol (a short walk from Chueca), it’s where almost every night ends. Two floors, commercial music, and a 100% girls’ atmosphere.
Tip: Go after 3:00 AM; that’s when it really fills up. 📍 Calle de la Gravina, 13.
Pop-up Parties: Marta, Cariño! and more
The scene moves through “sessions.” Brands like Marta, Cariño! or Mala Mala organize epic nights that, although mixed, have a massive lesbian and queer crowd. Follow them to see where they land each weekend.
📚 Queer Culture: The brain wants to party too
Madrid is also meant to be read. If you want to dive into sapphic literature or feminist theory, these stops are mandatory:
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