Timeline
06:59
Arrive at the Foundling Museum before it opens. The building and its garden are the perfect foreground for the sunrise. The museum opens at 10:00, so you will have the exterior and the quiet square to yourself for the first hour.
07:59
Watch the sunrise. On 15 January the sun sets toward the SW, but in the morning it rises in the East. The early light will hit the front of the museum and the square. Use the first hour of open access (10:00) to explore the interior if you wish, or stay in the garden as the light shifts.
08:59
St. Pancras International Station
Head to St. Pancras International Station for breakfast. It is an 11-minute walk from the museum. The station has a selection of cafes open every day, perfect for a quick bite after your early start.
Local tip
The Foundling Museum is a former orphanage with strong musical connections. If you arrive early, you might catch the quiet atmosphere before the crowds come in for the exhibitions.
Check before you go
- The Foundling Museum opens at 10:00. Plan to arrive before then if you want to secure a spot in the garden for the sunrise.
- St. Pancras International cafes are open daily.
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