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Sunset

Golden Hour at Abbey Road

Time your visit for the late afternoon glow. Grab a drink nearby, walk the famous crossing while the light is soft, and finish with a classic London treat.

Best time: 16:20About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:05

    Motcombs

    Start with a coffee and a pastry at Motcombs. It is just an 8-minute walk from the studios and opens at 08:30, so it will be ready for you well before the evening rush.

  2. 15:50

    Abbey Road Studios

    Walk the 3 minutes to Abbey Road Studios. The zebra crossing is right in front. This is the moment to arrive before the golden light hits its peak. Be aware that online tours sold by individuals are scams; there are no official tours.

  3. 17:05

    Soutine

    End your evening with a French dinner at Soutine. It is an 11-minute walk from the studios and stays open until 22:00 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time to relax after the walk.

Local tip

The crossing is a living landmark. Stand back from the curb to let traffic pass, but stay on the pavement for safety. The best photos come from the sidewalk opposite the studio entrance when the sun is low in the west.

Check before you go

  • Motcombs opens at 08:30.
  • Soutine is open Mo-Fr until 22:00 and Sa 09:00-22:00.
  • Abbey Road Studios has no tours.

Getting there

  • St. John's Wood (subway) · 3 min walk
  • Abbey Road Studios / Grove End Road (bus) · 1 min walk
  • Hall Road (bus) · 2 min walk

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

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