Evening find the sidewalks bustling with gay boys and girls cruising and cavorting. Many hot spots are located on P Street and 17th Street in the Dupont Circle area, just a few minutes walk from Dupont Circle Metro stop. The city's lively gay nightlife is centered within a couple of neighborhoods, easily accessible by public transportation. The city's large gay community, however, has stayed focused on securing equal rights and having a great time while they are at it.
Politics, sex scandals, and fiery protests have given this popular destination for and home to the gay community a bit of an edge.
