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Sunset

Golden Hour at The Cube

Grab a tea and watch the sun dip below the horizon from the city’s most famous sculpture.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:57

    TeaHaus

    Stop at TeaHaus for a loose-leaf tea and a window seat. The shop opens at 10:00 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time to settle in before the light shifts.

  2. 16:27

    The Cube

    Walk to The Cube. This 15-foot glossy black sculpture is the perfect vantage point. Push it gently if you like, then stand back. The cube faces generally towards the cardinal directions, offering a clear view of the setting sun to the WSW.

  3. 17:27

    The Cube

    Watch the sunset. At 17:27 on January 15th, the sun dips toward the WSW. The black cube will catch the last rays of golden light before fading into the twilight.

  4. 17:57

    Grizzly Peak Brewing Company

    End the evening at Grizzly Peak Brewing Company. It is a short walk away and open until 23:00 on weekdays. Grab a local brew and some pub food to keep the warmth in as the temperature drops after sunset.

Local tip

The Cube is an outdoor sculpture. Bring a jacket for the post-sunset chill.

Check before you go

  • TeaHaus opens at 10:00 on weekdays.
  • Grizzly Peak Brewing Company is open until 23:00 on weekdays.

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