Timeline
17:00
Grab a coffee at Toko Kopi TUKU - GBK Senayan. It is just a short seven-minute walk from the sports complex entrance, making it a perfect early start to beat the heat. The café is open from 07:00 to 21:00, so you can arrive well before the sun begins to dip.
17:30
Walk 11 minutes to Hutan Kota GBK. This green pocket within the complex offers a quiet respite with picnic areas and trees. It is a short, easy stroll from the coffee shop, keeping you within the anchor’s immediate vicinity while you wait for the light to change.
18:15
Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex
Stand at Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex to watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, aligning perfectly with the complex’s open spaces. This is the moment the golden light hits the stadium structures, creating a striking silhouette against the sky.
18:45
End the evening with dinner at Acta Brasserie. Located just 10 minutes from the sports complex, this international restaurant is open until midnight. It provides a relaxed place to unwind after the sunset, with plenty of time to enjoy a meal before the night gets too late.
Local tip
The sun sets toward the WSW on this date. Position yourself in the open areas of the sports complex facing west-southwest for the best view. Hutan Kota GBK is a great spot to wait out the heat before the main event.
Check before you go
- Toko Kopi TUKU - GBK Senayan is open 07:00-21:00.
- Acta Brasserie is open 11:00-24:00.
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