City guide / India
Dating in Delhi.
Delhi is large, diverse and full of different expectations about dating, family and relationships. Here is a useful starting point for choosing an app, planning a first date and keeping the experience comfortable.
Local reminder: choose a public place, tell someone you trust where you are going and keep your first meeting easy to leave.
First-date ideas
Keep it simple
Coffee in Khan Market
A relaxed setting gives both people room to talk without making the first meeting feel like a performance.
A daytime museum or gallery visit
A relaxed setting gives both people room to talk without making the first meeting feel like a performance.
A meal in Hauz Khas or Aerocity
A relaxed setting gives both people room to talk without making the first meeting feel like a performance.
Dating tips
What helps in Delhi
- Choose a busy public venue and arrange your own transport for the first meeting.
- Be respectful of different family and cultural expectations without assuming they speak for everyone.
- A clear profile helps you find people who want the same pace.
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