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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Plaza

Start with a drink as the light turns, catch the sunset at the historic center, and end the night with dinner.

Best time: 17:13About 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:43

    Secreto Lounge

    Grab a cocktail at Secreto Lounge. It is one of the best spots for people-watching, and the crowd is more sedate than at other venues. The award-winning mixologists Daniel and Chris are on duty.

  2. 16:28

    The Santa Fe Plaza

    Walk seven minutes north to The Santa Fe Plaza. This National Historic Landmark is the traditional heart of the city. Find a spot on the edge to wait for the light to change.

  3. 17:13

    The Santa Fe Plaza

    Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starting around 16:35 will have already bathed the adobe structures in a warm glow, culminating in the sunset at 17:13.

  4. 17:43

    Osteria d'Assisi

    Head five minutes back toward the Plaza area for dinner at Osteria d'Assisi. You can enjoy a simple Neapolitan-style pizza or a grand five-course dinner. It is open nightly for dinner from 5 PM.

Local tip

Secreto Lounge is open from 4 PM on weekdays and noon on weekends, so you can easily start here before sunset. Osteria d'Assisi is open for dinner nightly, making it a reliable finish for this evening plan.

Check before you go

  • Secreto Lounge hours: Mon-Thu 16:00-24:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-24:00, Sun 12:00-22:00.
  • Osteria d'Assisi dinner is served nightly from 5 PM.

Worth knowing

  • Secreto Lounge is open at 15:43 only on Fr, Sa, Su

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