Timeline
15:58
Grab a bite at The Coup. This cozy, all-vegetarian spot is just an eight-minute walk from Lougheed House. Order from their menu of interesting flavours made with local ingredients. Note that they take no reservations, so head there early to secure a seat before the dinner rush.
16:38
Walk to Lougheed House. The gardens are open from 7AM until sundown, so you have plenty of time to wander the grounds. Use the remaining twenty minutes before sunset to find a quiet corner with a view of the western sky, watching the golden light begin to hit the historic mansion and its landscaping.
17:28
End the evening at Ship and Anchor Pub. It is a six-minute walk from Lougheed House. This pub offers a lively atmosphere with live music and cheap eats, making it a perfect spot to wind down after your sunset stroll. The doors open at 11AM on weekdays and 10AM on weekends, so it will be open and ready for you.
Local tip
The garden is open daily until sundown. The house itself has specific opening hours (Wed-Fri 11AM-4PM; Sat Sun 10AM-4PM), but for this plan, you are enjoying the exterior gardens which are accessible without a house ticket.
Check before you go
- The Coup does not take reservations. Arrive by 16:00 to ensure you get a table.
- Lougheed House gardens are open 7AM-sundown daily. The house interior has limited hours.
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