Timeline
06:25
Pope John Paul II Park Reservation
Find a quiet spot on the riverbank at Pope John Paul II Park Reservation. The park is open 24/7, so you can arrive early to secure a good view of the water as the sky lightens.
07:10
Pope John Paul II Park Reservation
Watch the sunrise. On 15 January the sun sets toward the WSW at 16:36, but in the morning you are looking for the east. The golden light begins around 15:53 in winter, but for sunrise specifically, enjoy the first rays hitting the river.
07:40
Walk to Greenhills Irish Bakery for warm soda bread and coffee. It opens at 05:00, so it will be ready for you shortly after sunrise. The fresh bread is worth the early trip.
Local tip
The park is free and open 24/7. Greenhills Irish Bakery is open Mo-Su 05:00-18:30, so you have plenty of time to grab breakfast after the sunrise.
Check before you go
- Greenhills Irish Bakery opens at 05:00.
- Pope John Paul II Park Reservation is open 24/7.
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