Timeline
15:34
Start with a warm drink at Bright Spot. It is open from 08:00 to 16:00 on weekends, giving you plenty of time before the evening rush.
15:59
Walk to Seward Park. The 2.5 mile paved path is level and perfect for a steady stroll as the light begins to fade. Find a spot facing west.
16:44
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light lasts from 15:54 until the sun disappears at 16:44.
17:14
End the evening at The Velvet Elk for a drink. It opens at 17:00, so you can arrive just as the park closes and the night begins.
Local tip
The park path is paved and level, making it easy to walk at a leisurely pace. The Velvet Elk is open Tuesday to Saturday from 17:00 to 22:00.
Check before you go
- Bright Spot is open Mo-Fr 07:00-16:00 and Sa, Su 08:00-16:00.
- The Velvet Elk is open Tu-Sa 17:00-22:00.
Worth knowing
- The Velvet Elk is open at 17:14 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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