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Gay Bars, Hotels & Venues in Illinois — 3 Cities, 256 LGBTQ+ Spots
Illinois has 256 LGBTQ+ friendly venues across 3 cities.
Real search interest in Illinois' LGBTQ+ scene centers on its bars, and that demand is overwhelmingly concentrated in Chicago. With a venue mix that spans restaurants, hotels, bars, and shops across the state, Chicago leads with the most options, while Carbondale and St. Louis each add a smaller, independent presence to the state's overall landscape.
- 256
- Venues
- 3.9★
- Avg Rating
- 3
- Cities
Top cities in Illinois
- 1.Chicago 252 venues
- 2.Carbondale 3 venues
- 3.St. Louis 1 venues
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many LGBTQ+ venues are listed in Illinois?
There are 256 LGBT-friendly venues listed in Illinois.
Which city in Illinois has the most LGBTQ+ venues?
Chicago has the most LGBTQ+ venues in Illinois, with over 250 listings. Carbondale and St. Louis have only a few each.
Where in Illinois should I go if I'm looking for LGBTQ+ bars?
If you're looking for LGBTQ+ bars in Illinois, Chicago is the primary destination. The state's bar options are overwhelmingly found in Chicago, reflecting the strongest search interest in the state.