Timeline
16:25
Pick up a chicken cheddar biscuit from Time-Out Restaurant. It is a popular student eatery that is open all the time, making it a reliable stop before heading out.
16:55
Walk to Community Center Park. It is a short walk from the food spot and offers a quiet space to settle in before the main event.
17:25
Head to Merritt's Pasture. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a clear view of the sky as it dips below the horizon. This is the key moment of the evening.
18:10
End the night at Zog's. This cozy bar has a good beer selection and is open from 17:00, so it is ready for you after the sunset.
Local tip
Time-Out is open 24/7, so you can grab your snack anytime. Zog's opens at 17:00, which is just before sunset, ensuring it is open when you arrive after the moment.
Check before you go
- Time-Out Restaurant is open 24/7.
- Zog's is open Mo-Su 17:00-02:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Chapel Hill (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).