Timeline
16:56
HeeMee Coffee + Bakery on Congress
Grab a coffee and a pastry at HeeMee Coffee + Bakery on Congress. It is a cozy spot to start the evening and the bakery items pair well with the cooling air.
17:11
Walk to Reid Park Zoo. The paths are well-lit and easy to navigate. Use the time before sunset to find a quiet bench or open space within the zoo grounds that faces west.
17:41
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts about 35 minutes before this moment, so the sky will be shifting colors as you arrive. The zoo’s open areas offer an unobstructed view of the horizon.
18:01
End the night with a drink at Borderlands Brewing Co. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays, providing a relaxed spot to unwind after the sunset.
Local tip
Check the route from HeeMee Coffee to the zoo if you are not familiar with the area. The walk is short but directional.
Check before you go
- HeeMee Coffee + Bakery on Congress is open Tu-Fr 08:00-17:00 and Sa-Su 09:00-17:00. Ensure you visit before it closes.
- Borderlands Brewing Co. is open Mo-Tu 16:00-22:00, We-Th 12:00-22:00, Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00, and Su 11:00-22:00.
Worth knowing
- HeeMee Coffee + Bakery on Congress is open at 16:56 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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