LGBTQIA+ travel in Australia

LGBTQIA+ culture is well and truly alive and thriving in Australia. There are many gay-friendly pubs, restaurants, clubs and neighbourhoods across the country including Darlinghurst and Newton in Sydney, South Yarra and Fitzroy in Melbourne, and Fortitude Valley in Brisbane.

There are also several pride events including Mardi Gras in Sydney, Midsumma Festival in Melbourne and the Queer Film Festival in Brisbane.

Here are some of Australia's most notable LGBTQIA+ friendly establishments:

• Oxford Street (specifically the Colombian and the Stonewall), Sydney 
• Sly Fox, Sydney 
• The Laird, Melbourne
• Sircuit Bar, Melbourne 
• Poof Doof, Melbourne
• The Sportsman Hotel, Brisbane
• Connections Nightclub, Perth 
• My Lover Cindy, Adelaide 
• Flamingos Dance Bar, Hobart 

At Intrepid, we think feeling both welcomed and comfortable is really important so we want everyone who books a trip with us to feel that way, regardless of whether you're travelling alone or with a group/companion.

If you're a solo traveller, we'll automatically pair you with a person of the same gender (according to passport information) for accommodation during your trip. If that's not okay with you, kindly contact us during the booking process and we can make alternate arrangements.

There may also be some solo rooms available depending on the trip which will be communicated to you at the time of booking if this is your preference.