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Evening

Golden Hour at Barnsdall

Start your evening at the top of the hill to catch the last warm light over the city, then head down for a classic Los Feliz dinner and drink.

Best time: 19:24About 135 min

Timeline

  1. 19:04

    Palermo

    Grab a slice of pizza at Palermo. It is the most popular old school Italian spot in the village, just a short walk from the park entrance. Arrive early to secure a table before the evening rush.

  2. 19:24

    Barnsdall Art Park

    Walk up to Barnsdall Art Park. Make your way to the main overlook as the sun sets toward the WNW. The sky will turn bright orange and pink over the neighborhood. This is the perfect moment to take in the sweeping views before the light fades.

  3. 20:09

    Ye Rustic Inn

    Head back down to Ye Rustic Inn. This friendly dive bar is a staple of the area. Order a strong drink and some tasty wings. It gets loud and crowded on weekends, so embrace the lively local atmosphere as you unwind after the hike.

Local tip

The park is open until 10PM, but the best light is gone by sunset. Ye Rustic Inn stays open late, making it a perfect end to the night.

Check before you go

  • Palermo is closed Monday and Tuesday. Check if you are visiting on those days.
  • Ye Rustic Inn can get very crowded on weekends. If you prefer a quieter drink, consider The Guest House, which closes at 4PM, so it is not suitable for this evening plan.

Worth knowing

  • Palermo is open at 19:04 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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

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