Chelsea Market, Google’s indoor shopping and dining complex, houses the wine bar Corkbuzz. Vintage shopping stops include Screaming Mimis and Housing Works on West 17th Street, where 10% of sales go to HIV/AIDS research. Fashion in the area includes the impeccable edit at Jeffrey, located in the Meatpacking District, and Hamptons-worthy sweaters at Parke & Ronen. Walk the High Line Park and people watch on this converted rail line high above the city streets. Chelsea is known for its chic residents and top-of-the-line art galleries, available to visit during the day. Eighth Avenue in Chelsea presents a long line of gay-friendly businesses, with rainbow flags out all year round. Ready to explore gay NYC? ChelseaĪlong with Hell’s Kitchen, Chelsea boasts the highest density of same-sex couples in New York. Ever wonder “What is the gayest part of NYC?” Whether you’re a local looking for a new place to hang or a visitor who wants to live your best NYC LGBTQ life for a weekend, a week, or the whole month, here are the most LGBT-friendly neighborhoods (or gayborhoods “gay neighborhoods”) in Brooklyn and Manhattan.
