Timeline
15:35
Grab a scoop of ice cream from Moo Time Creamery. It is just a minute walk from the museum and opens at 11:00, so it is ready for you well before the evening rush.
16:35
Walk six minutes to Central Beach. Find a spot on the white sand near the dunes where you can read 'Coronado' carved into the earth. The beach faces WSW, aligning perfectly with the setting sun.
17:05
Watch the sun dip below the horizon. The golden light peaks around 16:29, but the actual sunset at 17:05 provides the final dramatic color across the bay.
17:50
Walk nineteen minutes to Sunset Park near the north end of the beach. Enjoy the expansive lawn as the light fades. It is a peaceful place to end the evening.
Local tip
The beach is best for families. If you prefer a quieter spot, the lawn at Sunset Park offers a wide view without the crowd.
Check before you go
- Moo Time Creamery is open Su-Th until 22:00 and Fr-Sa until 23:00.
- Central Beach and Sunset Park are public spaces with no closing time.
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