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Sunset

Golden Hour at Metropole

Catch the sunset glow on the historic Metropole building before heading to the nearby park for evening performances.

Best time: 17:45About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 17:15

    Giyanti Coffee Roastery

    Grab a coffee at Giyanti Coffee Roastery. The indoor and outdoor spaces are perfect for settling in early and watching the afternoon light shift.

  2. 17:55

    Metropole XXI

    Walk to the Metropole XXI cinema complex. This is the historic anchor. Find a spot where you can see the facade catching the last direct sunlight.

  3. 18:15

    Metropole XXI

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm glow on the historic building as day turns to evening.

  4. 18:45

    Ismail Marzuki Park

    Walk to Ismail Marzuki Park. It is home to theatres and art galleries. On weekends, you can catch community performances under the trees.

Local tip

Giyanti Coffee Roastery is open Tu-Su 08:30-17:30. If you are here on a Monday, check the route to Watt Coffee instead, which is open Mo-Su 10:00-20:00.

Check before you go

  • Giyanti Coffee Roastery closes at 17:30. If you arrive later, use Watt Coffee (open until 20:00) or Gramasi Coffee (open until 20:00).
  • Ismail Marzuki Park features regular community performances, especially classical music under the trees every weekend.

Worth knowing

  • Giyanti Coffee Roastery is open at 17:15 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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