LGBTQIA+ travel in Spain
Everyone has the right to feel safe when travelling – here's what you need to know about Spain as a LGBTQIA+ traveller
Spain is a safe and welcoming destination for LGBTQIA+ travellers and public opinion is relatively positive, but attitudes and views may be more conservative in different areas. While same-sex marriage is legal and laws exist to protect the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals, it helps to be in the know before you go. Here’s some information that may be helpful for your trip.
Spain is a safe and welcoming country for LGBTQIA+ travellers, especially in tourist hubs and big cities like Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia. Travellers may encounter more conservative views in rural areas and small towns, but the risk of experiencing overt discrimination in Spain is generally low.
Transgender individuals and non-conforming folks are widely accepted, though it should be noted that gender identity-based discrimination still occurs.
For more detailed and up-to-date advice, we recommend visiting Equaldex or ILGA before you travel.
Spain’s big cities have a thriving queer culture with gay districts brimming with pubs, bars, cafes and clubs. Some of the top spots to check out include the Chueca neighbourhood in Madrid (one of the largest queer districts in Europe), and Eixample in Barcelona.
Some incredible LGBTQIA+ festivals and Pride events attract hundreds of thousands of people from Spain and beyond, including the Madrid Pride parade, one of the biggest in the world.
Twin-share is the standard arrangement on our trips. We pair solo travellers with another traveller of the same gender listed on your passport. If you identify differently from the gender on your passport, please get in touch to discuss rooming options. If you’d like your own space, individual rooms are available on most trips for an additional cost.
Double beds are available in some destinations. If you’re travelling with a partner and would prefer a double, let us know and we'll do our best to arrange it for you.
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