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Evening

Woodland Park Sunset and After-Dark Bites

Catch the last golden light of the day over the playfields, then wander west to the zoo area for a late dinner and a drink.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:04

    Lower Woodland Park Playfields

    Walk to the Lower Woodland Park Playfields to find a good spot. The open grassy area faces west, giving you a clear, unobstructed view of the horizon as the sun dips.

  2. 16:44

    Lower Woodland Park Playfields

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, aligning perfectly with the open western exposure of the playfields. Stay for the golden light that follows.

  3. 17:29

    Thaiku

    Walk west to the zoo area and head to Thaiku for dinner. The Thai restaurant is open late and offers a cozy atmosphere to enjoy a meal as the evening settles in.

  4. 18:14

    Taste & Tell Lounge

    Finish the night with a drink at Taste & Tell Lounge. This café is open late and provides a relaxed space to wind down after your meal.

Local tip

The walk from the playfields to the zoo area is about 10 minutes west. Thaiku is open until 21:00, so arrive before then to secure a table. Taste & Tell Lounge is open until 21:30 on weekdays and 18:00 on Saturdays, so check the specific day you are visiting.

Check before you go

  • Thaiku closes at 21:00 daily.
  • Taste & Tell Lounge closes at 21:30 on weekdays, 18:00 on Saturdays, and 17:00 on Sundays.

Worth knowing

  • Taste & Tell Lounge is open at 18:14 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr

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