Timeline
15:44
Grab a tea and a seat at Malaya Tea Room. It is a short walk from the beach area and opens at 11:00, so it will be warm and ready for you well before the evening rush.
16:29
Walk to Crown Beach. This is the good beach on the bay. It is very popular with kiteboarders and joggers, giving you a lively backdrop as the light begins to change.
17:14
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts about 16:34, so you will have about an hour of soft light before the sun dips below the horizon at 17:14.
17:59
End the evening at Fireside Lounge. It is a short walk from the beach and has a beautiful bar with a nice lounge feel. It is open until midnight on weekdays and weekends.
Local tip
The walk from the beach to the lounge is short and easy. Check the route if you need specific directions from Crown Beach to Fireside Lounge.
Check before you go
- Malaya Tea Room is open Thu-Su 11:00-17:30.
- Fireside Lounge is open Mo-Th 16:00-24:00 and Fr-Sa 14:00-02:00.
Worth knowing
- Malaya Tea Room is open at 15:44 only on Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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