Timeline
15:59
Grab a coffee or a slice of thin-crust pizza to go. Medici is popular with students and opens early enough for this pre-sunset visit.
16:14
Walk to the Oriental Institute Museum. Enter while the afternoon light is still bright, allowing you to explore the Assyrian artifacts and the Mummy of Meresamun in comfort before the evening crowds arrive.
16:44
Stand in the courtyard or near the windows as the sun sets toward the WSW. The golden light fades from the ancient stone facades, marking the transition to evening.
17:14
Head to Nella Pizza e Pasta for dinner. Try the unusual 'Bombe' stuffed pizza, which puffs up like a volcano. It is a short walk from the Institute and open late.
17:44
Finish the night with a drink at Salonica. The comfy booths and constant flow of coffee make it a perfect spot to lounge and digest after a heavy meal.
Local tip
The Institute is free but suggests a donation. Medici is closed on Sundays before 09:00, so verify your day if planning a weekend visit.
Check before you go
- Medici opens at 07:00 on weekdays and 09:00 on weekends.
- Nella Pizza e Pasta opens at 10:30 on weekdays and 09:30 on weekends.
- Salonica is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
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