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Sunset

Golden Hour at The Little Prince

Catch the last light of the day on the copper sculpture in the Rose Quarter, with a quick drink nearby before the sun dips below the horizon.

Best time: 16:06About 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:21

    Spirit of '77

    Grab a drink at Spirit of '77. This sports bar in the Lloyd District is a short walk from the Rose Quarter and opens at noon, so it is ready for an early afternoon visit.

  2. 15:51

    The Little Prince

    Walk to The Little Prince. It is a three-minute walk from the Rose Quarter anchor. Position yourself to face the sculpture as the golden light begins to hit the copper and steel.

  3. 16:06

    The Little Prince

    Watch the light shift. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm glow on the sculpture before the sky darkens.

  4. 16:36

    CC Slaughters

    End the evening at CC Slaughters. This nightclub in Old Town Chinatown is open from 5pm on weekdays and later on weekends, offering a lively spot to stay after the light fades.

Local tip

Spirit of '77 opens at 12:00, so you can comfortably grab a drink before the golden hour. CC Slaughters opens at 17:00 on weekdays and 15:00 on Thursdays, making it a reliable end-point.

Check before you go

  • Spirit of '77 is open Mo-Su 12:00-22:00.
  • CC Slaughters is open Th-Sa 15:00-02:00, Su 14:00-02:00, Mo-We 17:00-24:00.

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