Timeline
17:16
Pick up a hot coffee or tea from Main Street Coffee. The café is open until 19:00, so you can grab a drink early and hold it while you head out.
17:46
Walk to Historic Richmond Town. The complex is centered at the junction of Richmond Road and Arthur Kill Road. Use the S74/84 bus to Richmond Road and St. Patrick's Place if you are not starting nearby. Spend the next half hour wandering the grounds as the afternoon light fades.
18:16
Find a quiet spot within the grounds to watch the sunset. On 15 October, the sun sets at 18:16 toward the west. The historic buildings and open spaces offer a clear view of the sky changing color.
18:46
Return to Main Street Coffee for a second round. It is now dark, and the café is still open until 19:00, providing a warm place to finish your evening.
Local tip
The café closes at 19:00 on weekdays and Sundays, so keep an eye on the time if you want to stay for a final drink after dark.
Check before you go
- Main Street Coffee is open Mo-Th and Su 07:00-17:00, and Fr-Sa 07:00-19:00. Check the day of your visit.
Worth knowing
- Main Street Coffee is open at 17:16 only on Fr, Sa
- Main Street Coffee is open at 18:46 only on Fr, Sa
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