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World's MostSexually Liberal Cities

Discover the global leaders in progressive policies, social acceptance, and liberal values across 41 major cities worldwide.

Complete Global Rankings

All 41 cities ranked by their liberal policy scores and social acceptance metrics.

About This Index

Freedom, diversity, visibility – the Sexually Liberal City Index 2025 highlights where people can truly be themselves today. Whether you're LGBTQIA+, sex-positive, kinky, or simply looking for a place where personal expression is possible without fear, this index lists cities where sexual and gender diversity is not just tolerated but celebrated.

Key Metrics:

  • LGBTQ+ rights & venues
  • Gender recognition policies
  • Reproductive rights
  • Anti-discrimination laws
  • Social acceptance indicators

Our Approach

To ensure reliable results, we spared no effort and incorporated data from multiple categories into our ranking. We examined in detail which aspects of sexual freedom are particularly strong and recognized in each city.

This includes the number of gay bars, the presence of anti-discrimination laws, the legality of gender-affirming care, the number of recurring LGBTQI+ events such as Pride parades, access to contraception, and whether sex work is legalized for the protection of sex workers.

We assigned points for each parameter - the stronger the presence, the higher the score and the ranking. The outcomes revealed some fascinating insights. You can click on the map or list to learn more about each city in our Top 40.