Timeline
17:32
Arrive at Matthaei Botanical Gardens early enough to explore the grounds before the light changes. The conservatory is closed on Sundays, but the outdoor display gardens and nature trails are open daily from 8AM until dusk.
18:37
Find a spot with a clear view toward the west. The grounds are open until dusk, so you can stay as the sky shifts color. This is the moment the sun sets toward the west.
19:22
Leave the gardens as it gets dark. The grounds close at dusk, so you will need to head out.
Local tip
Check the route from the gardens to a nearby restaurant or bar in downtown Ann Arbor, as there are no food or drink options listed within the gardens themselves for this evening plan.
Check before you go
- The conservatory is closed on Mondays and open Tue-Sat 10AM-4:30PM, Wed 10AM-8PM. The outdoor gardens are open daily 8AM-dusk.
- Sunset on 15 October 2027 is at 18:52 local time.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ann Arbor (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).