Timeline
15:48
Start with a warm drink at Park Avenue Coffee. It is just a short walk from the square and opens early, giving you time to settle in before heading out.
16:18
Walk into Lafayette Square and Park. The park is open until 22:00, so you have plenty of time. Find a spot on the grass or a bench where you can see the western sky. The Victorian homes around the square provide a charming backdrop as the light begins to change.
17:03
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 17:03. The golden light starts around 16:23, so you will have about 40 minutes of warm, soft lighting before the sun dips below the horizon. This is the perfect time for a quiet moment in the city's oldest park.
17:33
Clementine's Naughty and Nice Creamery
End the evening with a treat at Clementine's Naughty and Nice Creamery. It is a short walk from the square and stays open until 22:00 on weekdays, making it a perfect late-afternoon stop for ice cream as the city lights begin to turn on.
Local tip
The park is walkable all year round, but the evening chill can set in quickly after sunset. Bring a jacket. Park Avenue Coffee is open until 18:00 on weekdays, so head there first if you want a hot drink before the sun goes down.
Check before you go
- Park Avenue Coffee opens at 06:30 on weekdays.
- Lafayette Square and Park is open from 06:00 to 22:00 daily.
- Clementine's Naughty and Nice Creamery is open from 12:00 to 22:00 on weekdays.
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