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Sunset

Golden Hour on Route 66

Grab a pint and a bite near the historic logo, watch the sun dip below the horizon, then settle in for the evening.

Best time: 17:37About 75 min

Timeline

  1. 16:37

    Flagstaff Brewing Company

    Stop at Flagstaff Brewing Company for a beer and some pub food. The brewery is open until 2 AM, so you have plenty of time to enjoy a drink and a meal before the sun goes down.

  2. 17:07

    Historic Route 66 Logo

    Walk to the Historic Route 66 Logo painted on the pavement in the West Parking Lot of the Flagstaff Visitor Center. This is your viewing spot. The sun sets toward the WSW, so position yourself to catch the final light on the shield and the sky beyond.

  3. 18:22

    Altitude's Bar & Grill

    End your evening at Altitude's Bar & Grill. It is close by and offers a relaxed atmosphere with outdoor seating and a cozy fireplace, perfect for staying out after dark.

Local tip

The walk from the brewery to the viewing spot is short, but parking near the Visitor Center can be tight during sunset hours. If you need to move your car, check the route.

Check before you go

  • Flagstaff Brewing Company is open Mo-Su 11:00-02:00.
  • Altitude's Bar & Grill is open Mo-Su 11:00-22:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Flagstaff (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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