4 editor picks in Sydney.
4 lgbtq+ in Sydney our editors have drunk at, sorted by score. All Sydney nightlife.
ARQ Sydney in Darlinghurst is the Flinders Street LGBTQ nightclub that opened in 1999 and reopened under new management in mid-2026 after a spell as Aura.
TipCheck arqnightclub.com.au before heading out; the venue only reopened under new management in 2026.
Universal in Sydney's Darlinghurst is the Oxford Street queer superclub with a ground-floor Drag Bar and a superclub dance floor upstairs on event nights.
TipThe ground-floor Drag Bar opens daily from noon; the upstairs superclub runs on event nights listed by the venue.
The Oxford Hotel in Sydney's Darlinghurst has stood on Oxford Street for over a century, with the Oxford Underground nightclub in its basement most weeks.
TipPolo Lounge sits at the top, Ginger's on level one and Oxford Underground in the basement, with the Oxford Bar on the ground floor.
Palms on Oxford in Sydney's Darlinghurst is the gay-owned retro disco on Oxford Street, open seven nights with drag shows, karaoke and dance-anthem nights.
TipThursday brings karaoke and drag games; Friday and Saturday are the retro dance nights, open until 5am.
2 hours
Experience a unique twist on the classic afternoon tea with a gin and tea experience. Sip on signature gin cocktails poured into teapots to share and enjoy a selection...
Guided tour · 2h 30m
Wander the streets of Sydney's Chinatown and sample a range of delicious street foods from cuisines all over China. Learn about the culture and achievements of Chinese...
Guided tour · 3 hours
Discover Sydney’s vibrant Surry Hills and Oxford Street on a guided food tour with 6-plus tastings, uncovering rich immigrant heritage, local culture, and the city’s m...