Timeline
15:51
Grab a scoop of salted saffron or burnt caramel ice cream. Toscanini’s is open until 22:00, so you have plenty of time to find a seat and enjoy the treat while the sky is still bright.
16:21
Walk to the Stata Center. The building’s striking modern architecture casts long, dramatic shadows as the sun dips. Find a spot in the garden area facing west to watch the light change on the concrete and glass.
16:36
Stay put for sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 16:36, offering a clear view of the horizon from this vantage point. The golden light peaks just before, painting the building in warm tones.
17:06
End the evening at Miracle of Science. This pub is popular with the local MIT crowd and stays open until 01:00. Order a drink named after an element on the periodic table menu to keep the theme going.
Local tip
The walk from the ice cream shop to the Stata Center is short, but the building is large. Keep an eye on the sky as you approach to catch the golden light transition.
Check before you go
- Toscanini's is open 12:00-22:00.
- Miracle of Science is open 11:00-01:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cambridge (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).