Timeline
16:52
South Carolina Governors Mansion
Find a quiet spot in the Arsenal Hill neighborhood to watch the sunset. The Federal-style exterior of the South Carolina Governors Mansion is bathed in warm light as the sun sets toward the WSW.
17:52
Walk to Curiosity Coffee Bar for a late afternoon espresso or tea. It is open until 20:00 on weekdays and 20:00 on Saturdays, so you can grab a drink while the evening air cools down.
18:22
Head to Ambrosia Taverna for dinner. The Greek restaurant is open until 21:30 on weekdays and 22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, offering a chance to enjoy authentic meals in a classical atmosphere.
19:22
End the night at The Woody On Main. If it is a Wednesday through Friday, it is open until 02:00. On Saturdays, it opens at 18:00 and stays open until 02:00, providing a lively spot for a final drink.
Local tip
Check the route to walk between these spots. The walk from the mansion to Curiosity Coffee Bar is about 16 minutes, and from there to Ambrosia Taverna is 11 minutes. The final stop is 11 minutes from the taverna.
Check before you go
- Curiosity Coffee Bar closes at 20:00 on weekdays and Saturdays.
- Ambrosia Taverna closes at 21:30 on weekdays and 22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
- The Woody On Main is only open Wednesday through Saturday.
Worth knowing
- Curiosity Coffee Bar is open at 17:52 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
- The Woody On Main is open at 19:22 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa
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