Timeline
15:32
Stop at Continental Bakery for a pastry or coffee. It opens at 07:00, so it will be ready well before the evening rush.
16:17
Walk through the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The paths are open from sunrise to sunset, giving you plenty of time to wander among the displays before the light fades.
17:02
Head to Lane Park, located just 11 minutes southwest of the gardens. Find a spot with a clear view toward the WSW to catch the sun as it sets.
17:32
Stay at Lane Park to watch the golden light linger. The park is home to the zoo and gardens, offering a peaceful backdrop as the day ends.
Local tip
The sun sets toward the WSW on this date, so position yourself looking in that direction from Lane Park for the best view. The gardens close at sunset, so time your visit to ensure you can still walk through them before the gates close.
Check before you go
- Continental Bakery is open Mo-Su 07:00-19:00.
- The Birmingham Botanical Gardens are open Daily sunrise to sunset.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Birmingham (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).