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This is a place you can come to relax and watch a film with other 'like-minded men.' Can you guess what's on their mind?
There are private cabins and a small steam bath. This historic bathhouse offers a variety of traditional services, including multiple saunas, steam rooms, and an ice-cold plunge pool.
Sunday's between 9am - 2pm are men only, as are Thursdays between 12pm-5pm.
To play, press and hold the enter key. During the 1970s, New York had several gay saunas and bathhouses that were explicitly part of the LGBTQ+ scene, with some using similar "Russian & Turkish Baths" branding. Although this isn't a gay gathering, it does attract a lot of gay men.
Explicit sexual activity isn't encouraged: if you want to do that you can go to East Side Club.
It should be noted that The Russian & Turkish Baths is not a gay bathhouse. Yet, the spirit of communal and intimate exploration among gay men has not dwindled. To stop, release the enter key.
THE RUSSIAN & TURKISH BATHS IS OPEN.
WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS TO USE THE FACILITY
OR
GET MASSAGES
OR
TREATMENTS
WE ONLY TAKE WALK-IN CLIENTS
Thank you.
-MGMT
268 EAST 10TH ST
BET 1ST AVE & AVE A
NEW YORK,NY 10009
(212) 674-9250
RUSSIANTURKISHBATHS@GMAIL.COM
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The Russian & Turkish Baths
The Russian & Turkish Baths, located at 268 East 10th Street in Manhattan's East Village, have been a staple of New York City's wellness scene since 1892.
During the 1970s, New York had several gay saunas and bathhouses that were explicitly part of the LGBTQ+ scene, with some using similar "Russian & Turkish Baths" branding. These venues, particularly those in the pre-AIDS crisis era, were known for being social and sexual meeting spots for gay men.
Mon:12:00 - 22:00
Tue:12:00 - 22:00
Wed:12:00 - 22:00
Thu:12:00 - 17:00
Fri:12:00 - 20:00
Sat:10:00 - 20:00
Sun:09:00 - 14:00
Gay Saunas in New York City
Introduction to New York City Gay Saunas and Bathhouses
Discovering a gay bathhouse in New York City can feel like navigating a maze, especially when you realize the options seem surprisingly sparse in such a bustling metropolis.
Expect guys walking around in towels. From massage-based establishments masquerading as spas to the lively world of gay sex parties, New York City offers a plethora of choices for those looking to explore their desires in a safe and welcoming environment.
New York City Gay Saunas and Bathhouses
New York City has a vibrant LGBTQ nightlife scene, here are some of the top options for gay saunas and bathhouses in NYC:
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These venues, particularly those in the pre-AIDS crisis era, were known for being social and sexual meeting spots for gay men.
Mon:12:00 - 22:00
Tue:12:00 - 22:00
Wed:12:00 - 22:00
Thu:12:00 - 17:00
Fri:12:00 - 20:00
Sat:10:00 - 20:00
Sun:09:00 - 14:00
Last updated on: 31 Jan 2025
Last updated on: 31-Jan-2025
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The age range is mixed but it skews older.This historic bathhouse offers a variety of traditional services, including multiple saunas, steam rooms, and an ice-cold plunge pool.
Sunday's between 9am - 2pm are men only, as are Thursdays between 12pm-5pm. The landscape of gay saunas in New York City has been shaped by its history, particularly during the devastating HIV/AIDS epidemic of the 1980s, leading to the closure of many establishments.
Further reading:The History of America's Gay Bathhouses
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Last updated on: 17 May 2025
Last updated on: 17-May-2025
The Russian & Turkish Baths
268 East 10th Street, New York, New York 10009, United States, New York City, USA
Show on mapThe Russian & Turkish Baths, located at 268 East 10th Street in Manhattan's East Village, have been a staple of New York City's wellness scene since 1892.
This is a members club, so expect to pay a bit more if you don't have a membership.
East Side Club is the last fully fledged gay bathhouse in New York City.
It can't quite rival it's bigger European rivals but it's worth visiting - especially later on a weekend - if you're looking for some action. Now in its fifth decade, East Side Club is a popular New York cruising site.