Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
GAY & LESBIAN HELSINKI
Helsinki has an active scene with several dedicated venues and a host of gay-friendly
spots. There's a list of gay-friendly places at
www.visithelsinki.fi
,
and the tourist office
stocks a couple of brochures on gay Helsinki.
BARS & CLUBS
DTM
GAY, CLUB
Finland's most famous gay venue (Don't Tell Mama) now occupies smart premises in a
very out-of-the-closet location on the city's main street. There are various club nights
with variable entry fees.
Hercules
GAY, CLUB
A busy disco, aimed at men aged 30-plus, but dance-floor classics and campy karaoke
attract everyone.
Hugo's Room
GAY
This popular lounge bar is elegant but doesn't take itself too seriously. It's got a great
streetside terrace on this always-intriguing pedestrian thoroughfare.
Fairytale
GAY
One of Kallio's dark drinking dens, this is frequented by both men and women. The front
terrace is a prime streetside spot.
Entertainment
Live music is big in Helsinki, from metal to opera. The latest events are publicised in
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