Timeline
15:57
Start at Inklings Coffee & Tea. It is a large shop with separate sections like "The Wardrobe" and "The Common Room". Order a coffee or tea and find a seat to settle in before the evening rush.
16:42
Walk to Main Street Green. This small park at the northern end of downtown features a statue and a path that leads toward the Arroyo del Valle creek. Use this time to clear your head and position yourself for the view.
17:12
Stay at Main Street Green. The sun sets toward the WSW. The golden light begins around 16:33, offering a warm glow over the park and the creek path just before the sun dips below the horizon at 17:12.
17:42
Head to Cellar Door. This wine bar is laid out like a restaurant with a fairly large patio area in front. It serves wine, beer, and small plates like flatbreads and chili. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays, making it a perfect spot for a post-sunset drink.
Local tip
Inklings Coffee & Tea is open until 18:00 on weekdays, so you have plenty of time to finish your drink before the sunset. Cellar Door opens at 16:00 on weekdays, so you can arrive early for a pre-sunset glass of wine.
Check before you go
- Inklings Coffee & Tea: Mo-Th 07:00-18:00, Fr-Sa 07:00-19:00, Su 08:00-18:00
- Cellar Door: Tu-Th 04:00-22:00, Fr 04:00-23:00, Sa 02:00-13:00, Su 02:00-20:00
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