Updated October 2026
For a first date in Taipei, try To Infinity & Beyond, TAIPEI 101 Observatory, or Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) Trail. Weekday evenings are calmer; on Friday and Saturday, book ahead where you can.
A first date in Taipei is usually about food and an easy plan: coffee, a meal or a night market walk near an MRT station. Effort shows in choosing a nice place and being on time, not in spending a lot.
Here are ten real places for every budget, from a free sunset hike to one of Asia's best cocktail bars, plus two unusual ideas at the end.
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Cocktail barDa'an (East District)NT$ NT$ NT$30s
A space-themed cocktail bar behind sliding spaceship doors, ranked No. 35 in Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026. The playful setting and inventive drinks give you plenty to talk about on a second or third date.
No. 13, Lane 160, Sec. 1, Dunhua S. Rd., Da'an Dist., Taipei City 106 · Walk-in
Observation deckXinyiNT$ NT$All ages
The indoor observatory on the 89th floor of Taipei's landmark tower, open until 22:00 on Fridays, Saturdays and the eve of holidays. Go around sunset and watch the city lights come on.
89F, No. 7, Sec. 5, Xinyi Rd., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City 110 · Takes bookings
Hiking trailXinyiNT$All ages
A short, steep stair climb from near Xiangshan MRT to viewpoints looking straight at Taipei 101, free and always open. It is a short but sweaty climb; go for sunset and the city lights, and bring water.
Trailhead at Lane 150, Sec. 5, Xinyi Rd., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City · Walk-in
Riverside wharfDatong (Dadaocheng)NT$All ages
A riverside wharf in the old Dadaocheng district, with a riverside bike path and one of the best sunsets in the city. Combine it with a walk through the old shophouses of nearby Dihua Street.
Dadaocheng Wharf, Datong Dist., Taipei City · Walk-in
Jazz clubDa'an (Gongguan)NT$ NT$30s
A long-running, intimate jazz club near National Taiwan University with live bands almost every night; the entry fee includes one drink. Cosy and easy to talk in between sets, it makes a lovely special-occasion date.
4F, No. 171, Sec. 3, Roosevelt Rd., Da'an Dist., Taipei City · Takes bookings
CaféZhongzheng (Huashan)NT$All ages
The flagship of one of Taipei's best-known specialty coffee brands, a short walk from Huashan 1914 Creative Park. Great coffee and a calm room make it an easy daytime first date, followed by a stroll around the park.
No. 27, Sec. 2, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 100 · Walk-in
MuseumShilin (Waishuangxi)NT$All ages
One of the world's great collections of Chinese art and artefacts, set against green hills in Shilin. Pick one or two galleries rather than trying to see it all, then walk in the green hills around it.
No. 221, Sec. 2, Zhishan Rd., Shilin Dist., Taipei City · Walk-in
MuseumZhongshan (Yuanshan)NT$All ages
Taipei's main modern and contemporary art museum, next to Taipei Expo Park. See a show, then walk over to MAJI Square for dinner and a drink.
No. 181, Sec. 3, Zhongshan N. Rd., Zhongshan Dist., Taipei City · Walk-in
MuseumDatong (Zhongshan MRT)NT$All ages
A small contemporary art museum in a handsome red-brick former school building, a few minutes from Zhongshan MRT. Afterwards, the lanes around Zhongshan are full of cafés and small bars.
No. 39, Chang'an W. Rd., Datong Dist., Taipei City · Walk-in
Historic theatre and marketXimenNT$All ages
An octagonal red-brick market hall from the Japanese era that now holds a theatre, creative shops and weekend markets, with a lively outdoor bar area behind it. Easy, central and full of life in the evening.
No. 10, Chengdu Rd., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City · Walk-in
Unusual places worth a special trip when you want a date nobody forgets.
Gondola and teahousesWenshan (Maokong)NT$All ages
Taipei's first gondola, opened in 2007, climbs over the hills from Taipei Zoo to Maokong, an area of tea plantations and teahouses. Ride up in the late afternoon, then drink local tea while the city lights come on below.
Sec. 2, Xinguang Rd., Wenshan Dist., Taipei City · Walk-in
Hot spring museumXinbeitouNT$All ages
A 1913 public bathhouse, once the largest in East Asia, now a museum in the hot spring town of Xinbeitou at the end of the MRT. Walk the steaming valley nearby, then book a private hot spring room or a foot soak for two.
No. 2, Zhongshan Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112 · Walk-in
Popular places to meet people in Taipei include Flow Taipei Dance Studio (Flow Friday SBZ), Barcade Taiwan (games bar), and Raohe Street Tourist Night Market (night market). All of them are easy to visit alone or with friends.
Pick an indoor spot such as To Infinity & Beyond or TAIPEI 101 Observatory. Both work well for a first date in any weather.
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Checked October 2026. Opening hours and prices change, so call or check the website before you go.
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