Timeline
08:07
Walk to the south side of the park. The sun rises in the east, so position yourself to see the golden light spill over the western gardens and the statue of Robert Emmet as the sky brightens.
08:36
Head to Bewley's Café. It opens at 09:00, which is just 10 minutes after sunrise on this date. Order a coffee and something hearty to eat while the morning light is still soft.
09:07
Walk five minutes north to George's Street Arcade. Browse the vintage shops and small cafes while the morning crowd builds up.
Local tip
St Stephen's Green is large. The best views of the sunrise are from the open grassy areas away from the trees to the west. Bewley's is a Dublin institution and can get busy, so go early.
Check before you go
- Bewley's Café opens at 09:00 on weekdays and 09:00 on weekends. Sunrise is at 08:32, so you will need to wait about 10 minutes for the café to open.
- George's Street Arcade opens at 09:00 on weekdays and 11:00 on Sundays. Check the day of the week you are visiting.
Worth knowing
- Bewley's Café is open at 08:36 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
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