Timeline
15:47
Grab a coffee and a small bite at Simpli Bar & Bites. It is only an 8-minute walk from the Arboretum entrance, making it a perfect pre-walk stop. The menu changes throughout the day, so you will find something warm to start your afternoon.
16:17
Enter the Arnold Arboretum. The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset. Wander toward the higher ground to find a spot with a clear view of the western horizon. The sheer scale of the park, with nearly 15,000 species of plants, offers plenty of quiet corners to settle in before the main event.
16:37
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light begins around 15:53 and the sun dips below the horizon at 16:37. The changing colors across the branches and open spaces of the Arboretum create a serene atmosphere as the day ends.
17:07
Head back to Simpli Bar & Bites for an evening drink. It stays open until 23:00 on weekdays, offering a stronger drink to accompany the end of your outing. The transition from the quiet of the Arboretum to the cozy atmosphere of the bar provides a gentle close to the evening.
Local tip
The Arboretum grounds are open from sunrise to sunset, so ensure you arrive with enough time to explore before the sun goes down. Simpli Bar & Bites is open Tu-Sa until 23:00 and Mo/Su until 15:00, so check the day you plan to visit.
Check before you go
- Arnold Arboretum grounds are open sunrise-sunset daily.
- Simpli Bar & Bites hours vary by day: Tu-Sa 07:00-23:00, Mo/Su 07:00-15:00.
Worth knowing
- Simpli Bar & Bites is open at 15:47 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
- Simpli Bar & Bites is open at 17:07 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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