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Evening

Golden Hour at the Park

Catch the last warm light over Delaware Park before settling in for a late dinner nearby.

Best time: sunsetAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 17:32

    Daniela

    Pick up a quick slice of pizza to go. Daniela is just a short walk from the museum and open until 22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, giving you plenty of time before the evening winds down.

  2. 17:47

    Delaware Park

    Walk east from the anchor area into Delaware Park. Spend the next forty-five minutes wandering the grounds. The park is large, so find a quiet bench or a spot near the water to watch the sky change as the sun dips toward the west.

  3. 18:32

    Delaware Park

    Stay in the park for the sunset itself. The sun sets toward the west, offering a clear view of the horizon as the day ends.

  4. 19:02

    Oliver's

    Head to Oliver's for dinner. It is one of the city's most elegant restaurants, serving fine old-school Continental cuisine. It is located a short walk from the park and is open until 24:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, perfect for a late evening meal.

Local tip

Oliver's is a fine dining establishment with prices to match. If you prefer a more casual atmosphere, The Terrace at Delaware Park is also open until 22:00 on weekends, though it is slightly further from the park center than Oliver's.

Check before you go

  • Oliver's is open Mo-Th 17:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 17:00-24:00; Su 16:30-21:30. Ensure you are visiting on a day it is open for your planned time.
  • Daniela is open Tu-Th 11:00-20:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-22:00. If visiting on a weekday, you must arrive before 20:00 to get food.

Worth knowing

  • Daniela is open at 17:32 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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