Timeline
15:30
Start with a hearty breakfast at the original Drake Diner. The menu features omelets, French toast, and the local favorite Bulldog burger.
16:33
Walk to the Basilica of Saint John. Arrive just in time to see the warm golden light hitting the facade as the sun begins its descent toward the WSW.
17:48
Head to Black Cat Ice Cream for a sweet treat to enjoy while the light is still good. Note that it is closed on Mondays.
18:33
Return to the Basilica grounds to watch the sunset. The sky will shift colors as the sun dips below the horizon.
Local tip
Black Cat Ice Cream is closed on Mondays. Check the route if you need to get from the Diner to the Basilica.
Check before you go
- Black Cat Ice Cream is closed on Mondays.
- Drake Diner opens at 07:00 on weekdays and Saturdays.
Worth knowing
- Black Cat Ice Cream is open at 17:48 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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