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Chueca Sex Guide advises where to find information about gay bars, clubs, gay saunas, gay cruising, escorts, erotic massage and LGBT nightlife in Chueca, Madrid, Spain.
Chueca is a central neighbourhood in Madrid named after Federico Chueca (1846–1908), composer of zarzuelas. It lies just to the north of the old city and is centred around Plaza de Chueca and the Chueca Metro station. Chueca is one of Europe's best-known gay neighbourhoods and is filled with street cafés, boutique shops, restaurants, bars and nightlife venues. Lonely Planet describes it as extravagantly gay, lively, young and always inclusive regardless of your sexual orientation.
LGBT
The neighbourhood has become the centre of Madrid's LGBT community, with dozens of gay bars, clubs, cafés, hotels, saunas and LGBT-friendly businesses.
Since Madrid hosted EuroPride in 2007, the annual Madrid Pride (MADO) celebration has grown into one of the world's largest LGBT festivals. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of visitors gather in Chueca for concerts, parties and outdoor celebrations, with several stages located throughout the neighbourhood.
Most of Chueca's nightlife starts after 10:00 pm and continues until the early hours of the morning. The busiest streets include Calle Hortaleza, Calle Gravina, Calle Infantas and the area surrounding Plaza de Chueca.
Reports suggest that several gay saunas and cruise clubs operate within the neighbourhood, while numerous gay bars range from relaxed pubs to large dance clubs. Visitors looking for gay cruising generally prefer dedicated venues and saunas rather than public places.
Most commercial sex is arranged through online escort agencies. Reports suggest that male escorts in Madrid commonly charge around €100–200 per hour, although prices vary considerably depending on the provider, experience and requested services.
Visitors looking for street prostitution, strip clubs or mixed adult nightlife should also see nearby Gran Vía and Montera Street, both within easy walking distance of Chueca.
Typical drink prices in Chueca's bars range from about €4 to €8, while admission to larger clubs often costs €10–20 and may include one drink. Reports suggest that gay sauna admission usually ranges from €15 to €30 depending on the venue, facilities and special events.
Chueca is generally considered one of Madrid's safest nightlife districts and welcomes visitors of all sexual orientations. As with any busy entertainment area, pickpockets occasionally operate during weekends and Pride celebrations. Always agree on prices beforehand and be cautious of escort scams or anyone who tryes to hustle you from the street to random places.
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