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Sunrise

Sunrise at the Convento

Beat the morning rush to watch the sun rise over the Baroque facade of the Convento de Eremitas Descalços de Santo Agostinho, then fuel up with a quiet coffee nearby.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 07:08

    Convento de Eremitas Descalços de Santo Agostinho

    Stand before the Convento de Eremitas Descalços de Santo Agostinho and wait for the first light. The sun rises toward the WSW, catching the harmonious Baroque facade just as the city wakes up.

  2. 08:08

    O Caçador

    Walk three minutes to O Caçador for a hot breakfast or strong coffee. The kitchen opens at 08:00, which is shortly after sunrise on this date.

  3. 08:53

    Convento de Eremitas Descalços de Santo Agostinho

    Return to the Convento grounds to wander the quiet cloisters while the morning light is still soft and the crowds have not yet arrived.

Local tip

Check that O Caçador is open for breakfast (opens 08:00). On 15 January sunrise is at 07:53, so arriving right at dawn means you will have just enough time before the kitchen opens.

Check before you go

  • O Caçador opens at 08:00. If you arrive before sunrise, you will need to wait inside or nearby for the kitchen to open.

Worth knowing

  • O Caçador is open at 08:08 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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