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Sunset

Golden Hour at PICA

Catch the sunset glow over the Willamette from Portland’s contemporary arts hub, starting with a quick bite nearby.

Best time: 16:53About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:38

    Huber’s

    Grab a Spanish coffee and a slice of turkey dinner at Portland’s oldest restaurant. The tableside pour is a classic local ritual that fits perfectly before heading out.

  2. 15:53

    Portland Institute for Contemporary Art

    Walk to the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art. Use the time inside to browse the current contemporary and visual art exhibitions.

  3. 16:53

    Portland Institute for Contemporary Art

    Head to the outdoor viewing area. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm golden light across the scene just as it dips below the horizon.

  4. 17:23

    Teardrop Lounge

    End the evening at Teardrop Lounge. It is one of the more upscale, inventive cocktail spots in the city, perfect for winding down after the sunset.

Local tip

Teardrop Lounge is open Mon-Sat from 4 PM to close. Make sure to arrive before they fill up for the evening crowd.

Check before you go

  • Huber’s serves dinner until 22:00 on weekdays and 23:00 on weekends.
  • Teardrop Lounge opens at 4 PM.

Worth knowing

  • Huber’s is open at 15:38 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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