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Daytime

Glass, Greens, and Gelato in the Barrio

Spend the early afternoon watching master glassblowers at work, then wander into the nearby neighborhood for fresh salad and sweet treats.

Best time: noneAbout 150 min

Timeline

  1. 14:00

    Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio

    Arrive at the Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio when it is open and relatively quiet. Watch the glass blowing process in the studio and browse the collection of contemporary glass art.

  2. 14:45

    Choice Greens

    Walk to Choice Greens for a light lunch. Order a sandwich or salad to enjoy the fresh ingredients before the heat of the day peaks.

  3. 15:15

    Bella's Gelato

    Stroll over to Bella's Gelato for a scoop of ice cream. It is the perfect way to end the afternoon with a sweet treat from a local favorite.

Local tip

Check the opening hours for Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio as they vary by season. In winter, they are open Tuesday to Saturday from 10AM to 5PM. In summer, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, they are open Tuesday to Saturday from 11AM to 4PM. Choice Greens and Bella's Gelato are open daily, but Bella's hours can vary slightly by day of the week.

Check before you go

  • Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio: Winter Tue-Sat 10AM-5PM; Summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day) Tue-Sat 11AM-4PM.
  • Choice Greens: Daily 10:30AM-8:00PM.
  • Bella's Gelato: Tu-Th and Su 1:00PM-9:00PM; Fr-Sa 1:00PM-10:00PM.

Worth knowing

  • Bella's Gelato is open at 15:15 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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