Timeline
16:54
Walk up the gravel trails of Oakey Hill Nature Reserve to find a clear view of the west. The hill sits between Weston and Lyons, offering a quiet, elevated vantage point for the sun dipping below the horizon toward the WNW.
17:19
Stay for the last light. The golden hour fades quickly in mid-winter, so use these minutes to watch the sky change colors from the summit before it gets dark.
17:39
Head down to Dumpling Social for a cozy, relaxed dinner. This modern Chinese-Australian spot is open daily and provides a warm, flavorful end to the evening after the cold air at the summit.
18:09
Finish the night at the Hellenic Club of Canberra. This massive community venue is open until 04:00, offering a lively atmosphere with sports on the LED screens or just a quiet drink in the Woden Sports Bar & TAB.
Local tip
The walk from the summit to Woden Centre is short, but the area is quiet after dark. Stick to well-lit paths and main streets.
Check before you go
- Oakey Hill Nature Reserve is open 24/7, but bring a torch for the walk back.
- Dumpling Social is open daily.
- Hellenic Club of Canberra is open Mo-Su 09:00-04:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Canberra (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).