Timeline
16:38
Walk through Kings Domain, the parkland that surrounds Government House and offers a clear view of the Shrine from the north. It is an 8-minute walk from the Shrine, so start here to orient yourself and enjoy the open space before the light changes.
17:23
Stop at Southgate Mall for a late afternoon snack or drink. As a 24/7 food court and retail precinct, it is open now and just a short walk from the park. Grab something to keep you going as the sun begins to set.
17:53
Stand before the Shrine of Remembrance to watch the sunset. On 15 April, the sun sets toward the WNW around 17:53, casting long shadows and warm light across the classical architecture. The memorial is open daily until 5 PM, so you are inside the visiting hours for this final moment.
18:38
End the evening with a slice of pizza at Mister Margherita. It is open from 4:30 PM on weekdays and weekends, making it the perfect spot for a post-sunset dinner just a short walk from the city center.
Local tip
The Shrine is closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday, so check the calendar if you are visiting then. Kings Domain is a large park, so wear comfortable shoes for the walk.
Check before you go
- The Shrine of Remembrance is closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday.
- Southgate Mall is open 24/7.
- Mister Margherita is open Mo-Fr 11:00-14:00, 16:30-22:00 and Sa-Su 16:30-22:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Melbourne (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).