Oakland

    Oakland Gay Bars, Massage and Hotels

    Discover the best things to see and do in Oakland, California

    Oakland is a city in California with a small gay scene. It's distinguished by its proximity to San Francisco and no doubt overshadowed by it.

    That being said, Oakland has its charms. It's a fairly big city and there's plenty to see. You can even come on a day trip from San Francisco. Oakland is greener and sunnier than San Francisco.

    Oakland Gay Bars

    Our roundup of the best gay bars in Oakland, California. There are a couple of gay venues in town for you to check out.

      White Horse Inn
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      6551 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, USA

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      Considered to be the longest-running gay bar in America, the White Horse Inn is an iconic institution in Oakland. White Horse Inn is wildly popular because it has been a safe space for the gay community since 1933. It was a speakeasy in the Prohibition era. There are drag kings that perform every 1st and 3rd Wednesday. On the remaining Wednesdays of the month, there are exciting drag queen performances. This is the gay bar you can't miss in Oakland.

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      Mon:17:00 - 22:00

      Tue:17:00 - 00:00

      Wed:17:00 - 00:00

      Thu:17:00 - 00:00

      Fri:17:00 - 02:00

      Sat:15:00 - 02:00

      Sun:15:00 - 22:00

      Last updated on: 26-Jun-2025

      Oakland Gay Massage

      Male Massage by Eric
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      Merritt Avenue, Oakland, USA

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      Male Massage by Eric is a massage therapist in Oakland, California and is certified by the California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC). Eric offers therapeutic bodywork using Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, myofascial work, shiatsu, and stretching. Sessions focus on neck, back, hip, and shoulder pain, with treatments guided by posture, movement patterns, and muscle imbalances.

      Eric works with clients of all backgrounds and welcomes LGBTQ+ clients.

      Mon:09:00 - 22:00

      Tue:09:00 - 22:00

      Wed:09:00 - 22:00

      Thu:09:00 - 22:00

      Fri:09:00 - 22:00

      Sat:09:00 - 22:00

      Sun:09:00 - 22:00

      Last updated on: 2-Sep-2026

        Therapeutic Massage by Andrew
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        Salem Street, Emeryville, Oakland, USA

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        Therapeutic Massage by Andrew is a certified massage therapist based between Berkeley and Oakland in Emeryville. Andrew offers sports massage, deep tissue massage, and Swedish massage, with a focus on injury recovery, athletic performance, and stress relief. Sessions use lotion and oil on a massage table, with treatment tailored to specific problem areas using hands, forearms, elbows, and knuckles.

        Mon:10:00 - 22:00

        Tue:10:00 - 22:00

        Wed:10:00 - 22:00

        Thu:10:00 - 22:00

        Fri:10:00 - 22:00

        Sat:09:00 - 22:00

        Sun:10:00 - 22:00

        Last updated on: 3-Jul-2026

          Massage by Soren
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          57th Street, Oakland, USA

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          Massage by Soren is a gay massage therapist in Oakland offering incall sessions near Rockridge BART. Soren provides Swedish massage combined with deep tissue work and influences from Reiki, meditation, chakras, and other bodywork traditions.

          He works from a private home studio and welcomes clients of all genders, body types, and backgrounds, including trans clients at any stage of transition.

          Mon:09:00 - 22:00

          Tue:10:00 - 22:00

          Wed:10:00 - 22:00

          Thu:10:00 - 22:00

          Fri:10:00 - 22:00

          Sat:10:00 - 22:00

          Sun:10:00 - 22:00

          Last updated on: 3-Jul-2026

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