Gay bars in taipei

Amidst towering skyscrapers and bustling markets, ancient temples and serene parks provide insight into a deep-rooted culture. Navigate diverse neighborhoods, savor culinary treasures, and dive into a rich tapestry of customs and language. Venture into the city's lively Ximen and Zhongshan districts, where a variety of gay-friendly venues await. 

Located in the heart of Taipei, the Ximen and Zhongshan districts rise out as the city's unofficial homosexual havens. Here, an enticing array of venues that cater to every facet of the gender non-conforming community can be found. From chic bars and pulsating clubs to composed and inviting saunas, these neighborhoods accept a full spectrum of tastes and styles.

Having spent decades quietly simmering away as a hotbed of queer tradition in Asia, Taipei is now regarded as the capital of LGBTQ+ existence in the continent. Taiwan is considered to be the most gay-friendly state in Asia, and Taipei is, unsurprisingly, a fantastic homosexual travel destination. Despite this atmosphere of acceptance, public dispays of affection are uncommon among the entire population. 

When we heard that Hung is a common Taiwanese surname, we knew that this was a nation worth visiting!

The capital city of Taipei threw us for a fabulously gay loop. We had heard that it was, by Asian standards, a liberal and tolerant place, but we had no idea just how much the city loves its queer . Within minutes of descending onto the gay scene, we were doused in glitter and dancing under disco lights to the likes of Cher and Dolly Parton. The gay scene in Ximen is damn impressive! There's an entire area around the Red House with tons of gay bars to check out. This is one of many reasons why we rate Taipei as one of the world's top gay travel spots.

The capital of Taipei is also packed of rich culture, from the ancient temples that dot the city skyline, to the stunning architecture of tower blocks love the famous Taipei 101. In this gay guide to Taipei, we've put together our life from this incredible city, including our favourite gay bars (there are loads!), clubs, gay hotels, events, things to do, and loads more!