Many of Milan’s LGBT-friendly bars and restaurants can be found in Porta Venezia, especially around Via Lecco, the main drag of Milan’s official Rainbow District. Colours are beautiful! This was from the Cologne Pride, in 2015
I identify as a straight ally, and I am horrified by the idea that people are being discriminated on the basis of gender and sexual preferences – this is why I decided to put together this gay Milan guide, to provide a list of safe spaces for LGBT individuals. ‘What are you doing Margherita! You’re not gay, why are you writing a guide to Gay Milan?’ Before reading any further, I would like to clarify that this guide was written together with two friends of mine who belong to the LGBT community in Milan, but who would rather not be named because of fear of bullying and discrimination in their workplace.Īnd this is why sharing guides of LGBT-friendly places is so important – you may see Milan as an open, friendly, diverse city, but the truth is that discrimination is present more than ever, and LGBT individuals face hatred and abuse on a daily basis. Pride month is approaching fast! To honour this event and to celebrate diversity in my hometown, I would love to share this guide to gay Milan, written in collaboration with two LGBT friends.
