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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Blocks

Grab a bite near the park blocks, then walk south to catch the sun dipping below the western horizon.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 60 min

Timeline

  1. 19:11

    Laughing Planet

    Pick up a quick, affordable vegan or vegetarian meal at Laughing Planet. It is an easy, less-expensive option with dishes available for all tastes and a small outside dining area if the weather is nice.

  2. 19:41

    South Park Blocks

    Walk 15 minutes SSW from Pioneer Courthouse Square to the South Park Blocks. This city park is known as Portland's "extended family room." Find a spot on the grass or a bench facing west to wait for the light to change.

  3. 19:56

    South Park Blocks

    Watch the sunset. On this date, the sun sets toward the WNW at 19:56, casting golden light over the park and the skyline.

  4. 20:26

    Hot Lips Pizza

    End the evening with thin-crust pizza at Hot Lips Pizza. It is located just 3 minutes walk from the South Park Blocks. Note that on Sundays, they open at 11 PM, so check if you are visiting on a Sunday.

Local tip

The South Park Blocks are a wide, green corridor. If it is windy or rainy, the outdoor seating at Laughing Planet or the indoor comfort of Hot Lips Pizza will be welcome.

Check before you go

  • Hot Lips Pizza hours: Mon-Thu 10AM-10PM, Fri 10AM-10PM, Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun 11PM-9PM. If visiting on a Sunday, you must arrive after 11 PM or choose a different dinner spot.

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