Sydney’s strip club scene has evolved dramatically over the years, with Kings Cross—the once notorious heart of the city’s nightlife—being at the centre of that transformation.
We’ve heard your complaints: “The Cross is no longer as fun (or as busy) as it used to be“, “The Cross has been dead for years“, “Stick a fork in it, Sydney’s strip bars are for Ice addicts and scammers“.
Some of the criticism is fair. Much of the decline can be traced back to the implementation of strict lockout laws. These laws were meant to curb alcohol-fuelled violence but had a massive impact on the local nightlife. Closing times were brought forward, and restrictions were placed on when patrons could enter or re-enter venues. It decimated strip bars, with many closing down or moving elsewhere.
Sydney’s Best Strip Clubs and Nude Bars
The strip club scene is more fragmented these days, with smaller venues scattered across various suburbs, from Parramatta to Potts Point. These gentlemen’s clubs have a unique vibe compared to the concentrated hustle and bustle (read: absolute chaos) that was once Kings Cross.
Yes, times may have changed, but there’s no reason why you can’t still enjoy a night out at a titty bar.
Browse our listings below for Sydney’s best strip clubs and find the ideal venue for your bucks or hen do, birthday party or late night eye candy. Every club is different and they all run events and promotions — so check out their websites for the latest deals.
Wondering about dress code? While some clubs aim for a ‘classier’ vibe, the general rule of thumb is that if you avoid looking like a a stalker, hobo or predator… you should be just fine. 😏
Dollhouse Strip Club
13 Kellett St, Potts Point NSW 2010
Phone: 0400 955 773
https://www.dollhousegentlemensclub.com.au
A stylish venue with an excellent central location, the Dollhouse is a popular strip club in Potts Point.
Dollhouse offers an intimate but elegant experience, eschewing the massive layouts of some competitors in favour of smaller rooms. Think: close-quarter-gyrations. It’s not to every punter’s taste, some people find it overly crowded and claustrophobic, which it certainly can be during peak weekend hours.
We should also note upfront that Dollhouse is a no-touch venue. You can’t get away with any of the shenanigans that you might find in other ‘grittier’ establishments, and we suggest you avoid trying your luck as we’ve seen plenty of stories of happy-handed ejections! 🤦♂️
They offer a nice selection of events at the club including VIP rooms, lap and table dancing and body sushi; and all at reasonable prices. As a result, the club is quite popular for corporate functions as well as bucks parties and birthdays.
Of course, the standard shows are a treat and there is a great selection of stunning dancers to see here. Regular events include amateur nights on Tuesdays where you can pick up some tips and tricks from the professionals. Entry costs $25.
- Open Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00pm to 3:00am
Men’s Gallery
41 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Phone: 02 9232 1800
https://sydneytabledancingclubs.com.au/about-gentlemen-club-sydney/
Men’s Gallery boasts over 30 of Sydney’s hottest dancers. It serves up sexy entertainment in a vintage themed strip club in Sydney’s CBD.
With a larger, more expansive layout compared to venues like Dollhouse, it offers plenty of room for punters to spread out and enjoy the entertainment without feeling cramped. If you’re looking for a more traditional strip club vibe with grand stages and a steady flow of dancers, Men’s Gallery delivers in spades.
In total there are 15 exotic showrooms available, as well as The Allure Room, where you’ll find extra privacy and extra special attention from the MG ladies.
This is one of the top lap dance clubs in Sydney and it has a number of popular themed nights. Monday is Fantasy Costume. Sunday is dedicated to poker and lingerie, a hybrid night of Texas Holdem Sit-n-Go whilst the famous Men’s Gallery show girls strut their stuff in mesmerising lingerie.
Look out for their Miss Men’s Gallery competition when 16 showgirls compete to claim the title of Sydney’s hottest dancer. It has showcased many stunning models in the past, including a former Miss Nude Australia.
- Open daily, 7:00pm to 4:00am
Minx Gentleman’s Club
72 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: 1300 789 798
https://www.minxbar.com
Minx Bar is targeted at Sydney’s more discerning corporate clientele and is available for private functions as well as for general admission. While it might not have the same wild party vibe that you’ll find at other venues, it’s a staple for private events.
Minx caters well to the after-work crowd and enjoys a prime location in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, nestled within walking distance of some of the city’s top nightlife spots.
Long regarded as home to some of Sydney’s most erotic dancers and exotic hostesses, the venue combines casual dining with a lounge style bar setting. It’s more of a refined experience, with spacious VIP rooms and secluded booths designed to create a more exclusive vibe.
Shows are run continuously on the main stage plus guests can also get up close and personal, just not too up close — there’s no touching allowed.
As you’d expect with the location, prices here are expensive. Entry costs $25 but you can expect to pay a premium on drinks and private dances.
- Open Tuesday to Saturday
- Tuesday: 8:00pm to 3:00am
- Wednesday to Friday: 6:00pm to 3:00am
- Saturday: 8:00pm to 3:00am
Petersham Inn
386 Parramatta Rd, Petersham NSW 2049
Phone: 02 9560 9658
https://petershaminn.com.au
Ever wondered how you can make a popular sports bar even better? Why not try adding a roster of nude girls to bring in the punters? That’s exactly what this Petersham pub has done.
Three nights a week, not only can you enjoy cold beer and live sports, but you can also ogle bikini-clad dancers as they strip for your entertainment. The venue itself is part of a traditional pub setup, with a classic Aussie public bar on one side and the strip shows happening in a dedicated area. This gives it a distinctly local flavour—it’s the kind of place where you can pop in for a beer with mates and pretend that the eye candy is just a welcome extra.
It’s a really relaxed way to get your fix of topless entertainment and erotic dances with no pretentions or elite door entry rules. You can simply unwind with a cold one, the UFC on one of the 28 TV screens and a gyrating minx on the stage.
If only all community pubs thought the same way… sigh.
Stages almost always have 2 or 3 girls performing 10-minute sets, and it’s normally fully nude by the end of each performance.
- Open daily
- Monday to Wednesday: 10:00am to Midnight
- Thursday to Saturday: 10:00am to 1:30am
- Sunday: 10:00am to 10:00pm
- Strip shows only run on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Sefton Playhouse
54 Clapham Rd, Sefton NSW 2162
Phone: 02 9644 2174
https://seftonplayhouse.com.au
Located over in West Sydney, Sefton Playhouse has been one of NSW’s best table top dancing venues since it opened in 1984. It’s also one of the few to boast completely free entry with no cover charge.
This relaxed throwback-style club attracts parties and small events for its convenient suburban location, far from the glitz and glamour of The Cross. That’s not to say it can’t put on a major event — the venue boasts a large function room that can accommodate up to 200 guests.
Sefton Playhouse is known for being a lot more hands-on than the centrally located strip bars.
The vibe is more informal, more fun, and a bit cheekier than what you’ll find in the more polished venues. There’s also a LOT of couples here. If you’re looking to explore a strip club with your partner, we’d put Sefton at the top of the list.
The fun starts very early at Noon most days. Sefton is a suburban favourite with a lively atmosphere, and a large roster of friendly exotic dancers.
Look out for the bombshell waitresses and famous ‘shower shows’.
- Open daily
- Monday to Thursday: 9:30am to 4:00am
- Friday: 9:30am to 6:00am
- Saturday: 9:00am to 5:00am
- Sunday: 9:30am to Midnight
Twin Peeks Lingerie Restaurant
134 Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011
Phone: 0415 587 315
https://www.twinpeeks.com.au
One of the longest running stripping-n-eating venues in the world, and it serves a mean lamb shank, Twin Peeks was established in 1999. It has been offering ‘something different‘ ever since.
Famed just as much for putting effort into the food and wine list as it does in to finding insatiable ladies, the club gets booked up well in advance so you will need to plan ahead for this venue. You might wonder, “How good is the food going to be at a strip joint?“
Well, the answer is… pretty damn good.
Inside you’ll find a stylish and elegant dining room complete with erotic cabaret style strip shows. There’s a large space for groups, and a smaller private area for couples. And yes, you do see plenty of couples at this venue. It’s known as a great off-piste choice for birthday presents and anniversary gifts. Usually from her-to-him rather than him-to-her. 😂
Waitresses parade in lingerie and the girls on stage are of a high pedigree with some being ex-Miss Nude Australia, Penthouse Pets or other magazine centrefolds.
You will need a reservation, so bookings are essential.
Pricing below is correct as of October 2024, but please check their website for the latest menu/costs:
- Lunch: 12:30pm to 3:30pm, $110 per person
- Late Lunch: 4:30pm to 7:30pm, $110 per person
- Dinner (Monday to Thursday): 8:00pm to 11:00pm, $110 per person
- Dinner (Friday, Saturday): 8:00pm to 11:00pm, $120 per person
- Closed on Sundays
Velvet Underground
64 Clarence St, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: 02 8964 9911
https://velvetunderground.net.au
A modern and friendly gentleman’s club in Sydney’s CBD, the Velvet Underground offers sexy live entertainment, private show rooms and a fully licensed, well stocked, premium cocktail bar.
Just like most of the city’s strip clubs, they offer packages for groups with buck’s parties and corporate events being popular; prices can be tailored to suit your budget.
It’s a smart enough club with good feedback and reviews from its guests but it doesn’t really seem to have any USP or, as the French would say, ‘je ne sais quoi’. Still, the dancers are pretty friendly, and the club is open deep into the night, making it a solid option for CBD-revellers.
- Open daily
- Monday to Wednesday: 1:00pm to 4:00am
- Thursday, Friday: 1:00pm to 5:00am
- Saturday: 8:00pm to 5:00am
- Sunday: 8:00pm to 4:00am
World Famous Showgirls
39 Darlinghurst Rd, Potts Point NSW 2011
Phone: 02 9331 0690
https://www.worldfamousshowgirls.com.au
Located in the heart of Kings Cross, the World Famous Showgirls is a fully licensed, fully nude club. It has been a staple of the city’s adult entertainment scene for years. Positioned just steps away from Town Hall, the club combines the energy of city nightlife with a touch of old-school glamour.
The main lounge and bar area features a large stage which has at least three to six ladies dancing at any time with the Mega Show (twice nightly) displaying the talents of 10 women at once.
In addition, there are three private rooms where you can get a more intimate, one-on-one experience but in a space that can seat up to 12 people.
It’s not an opulent club or a particularly premium venue but the atmosphere here is legendary and certainly makes up for the lack of plush-seating or marble statues.
You know what you’re gonna get here, think: dark lighting, booming music, and plenty of action on stage. It’s a good choice for patrons who prefer the high-energy, central city experience. And all the wallet-damage that it entails… (at least entry is free!)
- Open daily, 8:00pm to 4:00am
Bada Bing Night Spot
70A Darlinghurst Rd, Potts Point NSW 2011
Phone: 02 9356 2442
No website available
Bada Bing is another famous strip club on Darlinghurst Road, not far from Showgirls on The Golden Mile of Kings Cross. It’s a different atmosphere inside, a mix between a night club and a strip joint.
This club has seen its share of controversies over the years, with closure orders over license breaches and drug offences. As with all the major Cross clubs, reviews are a mixed bag.
Bada Bing leans into the glitz and glamour, with a slightly more upmarket feel than some of its nearby counterparts. That said, it still retains a fun, playful vibe, drawing a mix of locals and tourists looking to cut loose in Sydney’s most famous nightlife district. We’ve seen a few reports of rude security and greedy tip-mongering, but… it’s The Cross, kinda comes with the territory. YMMV.
- Open Wednesday to Sunday
- Wednesday to Saturday: 8:00pm to 3:00am
- Sunday: 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Male Strip Clubs
Of course, the hens parties in Sydney also crave some nude and topless entertainment — so it’s only fair that we cover some of the top male strip clubs around town. 🕺
Magic Men
127 Liverpool St, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: 1300 624 426
https://www.magicmen.com.au/shows/male-strip-clubs-sydney/
Magic Men is aimed primarily at hen parties and girls’ nights out. It’s hosted at the Shark Hotel on Liverpool Street every Saturday night. And tickets go fast, so you’ll need to book well in advance.
The show is packed with choreographed routines, interactive performances, and plenty of crowd participation—making it more than just a standard striptease.
The company has a roster of 20+ male strippers (many available for private hire and home visits). Their shows are hosted all over Australia, but the Sydney stage show is a particular highlight.
The action starts at 6pm with a ‘line-up and check in’, followed by pre-drinks with topless waiters on hand to start the party how they mean to go on. The show is divided in to three acts, broken up by fifteen minute ‘dance intervals’. Think: hot, sweaty and baby oil galore.
Seating is divided in to three tiers – platinum, gold and silver. There’s also general standing admission. Packages start from around $50 per person. The closer you get to the stage, the more you’ll pay for your night out. Bookings are handled via Eventbrite.
- Every Saturday, 6:00pm to 9:30pm
XXL Club
33 Bayswater Rd, Potts Point NSW 2011
Phone: 0406 741 487
https://xxltheclub.com.au
The XXL CLub is another smash-hit choice for hen nights in Sydney. It’s not uncommon for the various parties to merge together into one chanting mass of wild hedonists by the end of the evening. The strippers here really know how to put on a show.
Known for hosting the only full-nude male strip show in the CBD, XXL offers various packages, including dinner, cocktail-making classes, pole-dancing lessons, and VIP seating.
Expect roaming topless waiters, DJ sets, and interactive performances that get the crowd involved. The main show runs from 8:00pm to 9:30pm (hens and special guests get a front row seat!), but there’s no reason for the party to end early.
Each of the packages come with free nightclub entry, open until 3:00am.
The cheapest package starts at $30 per person. Upgrade to the flagship Dinner & Drinks Ultimate Package for a private booth, plus a complimentary hour of sparkling on arrival, and some sexy ‘workshops’ before the revue kicks off.
Twin Pecks Cabaret
1 Gresham St, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: 0466 973 257
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Twin Pecks Cabaret is the female version of the Twin Peeks Lingerie Restaurant (featured above). No prizes for guessing what the ‘twist’ is here!
Described as an upmarket all male revue show, this is your chance to dine in the company of buffed-up male strippers in the heart of the CBD.
As soon as you arrive at the venue, the men will be waiting at the door in a line-up. Topless waiters will be on hand to take your drinks orders throughout the night, but it’s the two main event performances that will be the talk of the dining table.
Naturally, this venue is a big-hit on the hen do circuit. ‘Special guests’ or hens can be nominated for special attention throughout the night. Finger crossed there are no choking hazards.
The signature Pecks Dinner and Show package starts at $135 per person. This includes two courses (starter and main). Drinks and dessert are charged separately.
- Bookings available every Saturday, 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Looking For Something Different?
Sydney has plenty of adult entertainment options to choose from. Check out our all-encompassing guide to the Sydney Sex Scene for more information.
We’ve got lists of the top brothels, massage shops, escort agencies and much more. If it’s NSFW, we’ve probably covered it. 😉
Want to enjoy some top-notch eye candy without leaving the house?
There are several online ‘sex show’ options that might tickle your fancy.
Sites like Chaturbate and Bonga Cams allow you to pay for private cam shows for a fraction of the price of a private lap dance in the Cross. Be warned though: these sites can be highly addictive.
What’s Your Favourite Sydney Strip Bar?
Sydney’s strip bar scene is highly divisive.
For every five star review, there’s a sob story of a boozed-up Stag getting chucked out of a venue for the crime of being too touchy-feely.
We’d love to hear your thoughts on which strip bars you recommend, and which clubs to avoid.
Let us know your experiences in the comments below! 🔥