Timeline
15:51
Pick up a coffee and a donut. Mike's Donuts is an old-school institution where the locals gather early. The shop opens at 05:00, so it will be ready for you well before sunset.
16:21
Walk to The Mission Church. Built from Roxbury puddingstone, it has a heavy, Romanesque presence. Arrive just before the sun dips. The church is open until 16:00 on weekends and 19:00 on weekdays, so you can step inside to see the Franz Mayer stained glass windows while the light is still good outside.
16:51
Head to Penguin Pizza for dinner. It is a short walk from the church. This spot is frequently on 'best of' lists for its thin pizzas and good beers. The mugs on the ceiling celebrate patrons who have drunk from every country. It is open until 01:00, so the kitchen will be running.
17:21
End the night at Tavern of Tales. It is a bar just a few minutes away from the pizza place. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays and 21:00 on Sundays, giving you time for a final drink before the evening winds down.
Local tip
The Mission Church is free to enter. Check the days: it closes at 16:00 on Saturdays and Sundays, but stays open until 19:00 Monday through Friday. Plan your arrival accordingly.
Check before you go
- Mike's Donuts closes at 16:00.
- The Mission Church closes at 16:00 on weekends (Sa,Su) and 19:00 on weekdays (Mo-Fr).
- Tavern of Tales closes at 22:00 on weekdays (Mo-Th) and 21:00 on Sundays (Su).
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