Timeline
18:38
Grab a classic Sydney pie, peas and mash from the van at Woolloomooloo. Stand up against it while you eat for the full experience.
19:38
Walk down to Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool. Enter from the western end below the water or via Art Gallery Road. Find a quiet corner on the deck to watch the water.
20:08
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light hits the water and the distant Opera House just before the sun dips below the horizon.
20:53
Walk 8 minutes WSW to the Royal Botanic Gardens. Stroll through the trees as the light fades, heading out toward Mrs Macquaries Chair for the final view of the harbour.
Local tip
The pool is open until 7PM in January (non-daylight saving) or 8PM (daylight saving). Check the route if you need to get back up the hill.
Check before you go
- Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool hours: Sep–Apr daily 6AM-7PM (standard) or 6AM-8PM (daylight saving).
- Harry's Cafe de Wheels: Mo-Th 09:00-22:00; Fr 09:00-23:30; Sa 10:00-23:30; Su 10:00-22:00.
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