Timeline
15:54
Grab a coffee and settle in at Metric Coffee. It is a short walk from the arena and open until 16:00, giving you exactly enough time to warm up before heading out.
16:24
Walk to the United Center. You will have about twenty minutes to find a good spot outside or in the lobby to watch the sky change color.
16:44
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The stadium sightlines are great for framing the golden light against the architecture.
17:24
End the evening with a German meal at Kaiser Tiger. It is a short walk away and stays open late, perfect for digesting the view and the day.
Local tip
Metric Coffee closes at 16:00 on weekdays. If you are here on a weekend it stays open until 19:00, but the early slot ensures you beat the rush to the stadium.
Check before you go
- Metric Coffee is open Mo-Su 07:00-16:00.
- Kaiser Tiger is open Su-Fr 11:00-02:00 and Sa 11:00-03:00.
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