Timeline
14:22
Grab fried chicken and sides. Kenney's opens early enough for a pre-sunset bite, and the food travels well if you want to picnic.
14:52
Walk to Centerview. This two-story brick house from 1871 offers a quiet, shaded spot to settle in before the crowd arrives.
16:22
Climb the 139 steps to Monument Terrace. The elevated view provides a clear line of sight toward the WSW horizon where the sun will dip.
17:22
Stay at the terrace base or top for the sunset. At 17:22 the sky will turn gold and the historic architecture of the terrace will be framed by the low angle of light.
18:07
Head back to Kenney's for dinner. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays and weekends, so you can linger over leftovers or order fresh.
Local tip
The walk to Monument Terrace is steep. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Kenney's is a local favorite for chicken, so expect a brief wait during peak hours.
Check before you go
- Kenney's is open Mo-Sa 10:00-22:00 and Su 10:00-20:00.
- Monument Terrace is an outdoor public space with no posted closing hours, but access may be limited after dark.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Lynchburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).