Timeline
15:40
Grab a drink at McGuire's Irish Pub. It is the most well-known restaurant in the city, loved for its quirky humor and award-winning in-house beer. This is a good spot to settle in before the walk.
16:10
Walk to St. Michael's Cemetery. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this eight-acre site is one of the oldest in Florida, officially designated by the Spanish in 1807. The grounds are open from 09:00 to 17:00, so you will have time to stroll before the sun sets.
17:00
Find a quiet spot within the cemetery to wait. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a clear view of the light fading over the historic grounds.
17:40
Head to Seville Quarter to end the evening. This collection of entertainment and dining venues has expanded from its 1967 origins to include pubs, banquet halls, and fine dining. It is a lively place to decompress after the solemnity of the cemetery.
Local tip
St. Michael's Cemetery closes at 17:00. Arrive early enough to explore the grounds before the gates lock, then stay for the sunset view from within the property.
Check before you go
- St. Michael's Cemetery is open Mo-Su 09:00-17:00.
- McGuire's Irish Pub is open Mo-Su 11:00-02:00.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 17:10.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Pensacola (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).