Timeline
18:26
Grab a drink at the Windsor Hotel. It is a heritage-listed building in South Perth, just an eight-minute walk from the zoo. The atmosphere is relaxed and perfect for settling in before the walk.
18:56
Walk up to Kensington Bushland Reserve. This remnant of Swan Coastal Plain vegetation offers a quiet, natural path away from the main roads. It is about a twenty-minute walk from the pub, leading you up toward the ridge.
19:26
Stand in Kings Park to watch the sunset. The park overlooks Perth Water and the central business district. On this date, the sun sets toward the WSW around 19:26, casting a warm glow over the river and the city skyline.
19:56
End the evening with a meal at Globe Coffee House. Located just fifteen minutes walk from the park, this restaurant stays open until 20:30 on weekdays and 21:00 on weekends, giving you plenty of time to enjoy dinner after the light fades.
Local tip
The walk from the Windsor Hotel to Kensington Bushland Reserve takes you through quiet residential streets. Keep an eye out for the bushland signs to ensure you stay on the correct path toward the park ridge.
Check before you go
- Kings Park is open all day, but the sunset timing is specific to the date chosen.
- Globe Coffee House closes at 20:30 on weekdays (Mo-Th) and 21:00 on weekends (Fr-Sa). If visiting on a Sunday, it closes at 14:00, so this plan would need adjustment for a Sunday evening.
Worth knowing
- Globe Coffee House is open at 19:56 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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