Timeline
18:54
Grab a pint at the Sir William Wallace Hotel. This heritage-listed pub is just a short walk from the park and is open early enough for a pre-sunset drink.
19:24
Walk to Birchgrove Park. Find a spot near the oval. The park offers clear views of the Harbour Bridge as the golden light begins to fade.
20:09
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The sky turns gold over the water and the bridge silhouettes against the darkening sky.
20:39
End the evening with a drink at the Dry Dock Hotel. As the oldest licensed hotel in Balmain, it is a perfect place to stay for a while after the sun goes down.
Local tip
The Sir William Wallace Hotel closes at midnight on weekdays and 10 PM on Sundays, so plan your evening accordingly. The Dry Dock Hotel is open until midnight on weekdays and 10 PM on Sundays.
Check before you go
- Sir William Wallace Hotel: Mo 12:00-00:00, Tu-Sa 11:00-00:00, Su 11:00-22:00
- Dry Dock Hotel: Mo-Sa 11:00-00:00, Su 11:00-22:00
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