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Zoo Bar
A long-running Sheung Wan gay bar with themed nights, cocktails, and an active official site; a straightforward first-night anchor.
上環・中環
Sheung Wan and Central
The easiest concentration of island-side gay bars, from Sheung Wan karaoke and party rooms to Central’s cocktails and terraces.
Updated 11 August 2026
Getting oriented
Think of this as a useful area, not a border.
Queer life spills across Taipei. This page simply groups places that are easy to combine in one outing.
- Getting there
- Use Sheung Wan, Central, or Hong Kong MTR and save the exact building and floor.
- Accessibility
- Street, building, lift, toilet, seating, and sensory access vary. Check the exact venue when access is important.
What to find here
6 places to start with.
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FLM
A popular Sheung Wan gay bar-club for themed nights, karaoke, bingo, performances, and a mixed local and international crowd.
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Wink
A sleek Sheung Wan gay bar with early karaoke and later weekend DJs, good for choosing between conversation and dancing.
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LinQ
A Central cocktail bar whose crowd spills onto Pottinger Street, useful for an after-work or early-evening drink.
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Time Bar
A tucked-away Central gay bar with an intimate courtyard feel, best for a quieter weeknight drink.
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Fa Gai
A newer event-heavy Central bar with drag, comedy, costume, and themed nights; check the program before choosing it.