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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Dome

Start with a late afternoon snack, catch the last light on the hotel dome, and finish with a craft beer as the city lights come on.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 105 min

Timeline

  1. 16:37

    Hutton and Smith Brewing Company

    Grab a pint at Hutton and Smith Brewing Company. It is a beer garden open until 22:00 on weekdays, so you have plenty of time before the sun goes down.

  2. 17:07

    Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic Hotel

    Walk five minutes to the Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic Hotel. Head into the lobby to see the 85-foot cast-iron dome. The description notes it is stunning when lit up, and the late afternoon sun will be hitting the interior colors just before golden hour.

  3. 17:52

    Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic Hotel

    Stand in the lobby during sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, and while the dome is an interior feature, the fading natural light outside will contrast with the artificial lighting inside, creating the 'stunning' effect mentioned in the description.

  4. 18:22

    Hutton and Smith Brewing Company

    End the evening back at Hutton and Smith Brewing Company. Stay for a second drink while the evening settles in.

Local tip

The brewery is open until 22:00 on weekdays. If you are visiting on a weekend, the hours extend to 23:00 on Saturday and 18:00 on Sunday.

Check before you go

  • Hutton and Smith Brewing Company is open Mo-Fr 16:00-22:00, Sa 12:00-23:00, and Su 12:00-18:00.

Worth knowing

  • Hutton and Smith Brewing Company is open at 18:22 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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