Timeline
08:17
Grab a strong espresso at Caffè Artigiano to keep warm while you walk. It opens early, so you can start here before heading to the seawall.
08:47
Walk the short distance to LightShed in Harbour Green Park. Find a spot on the seawall where you can see the sculpture clearly.
09:02
Watch the sunrise. At 09:02 the sun breaks the horizon toward the WSW, casting a warm glow on the steel structure.
09:32
Head back to Caffè Artigiano for a proper breakfast or to enjoy the morning atmosphere now that the shop is fully open.
Local tip
The walk from the coffee shop to the park is brief, but it is early and cold in January. Dress warmly and bring a thermos if you prefer to stay outside longer.
Check before you go
- Caffè Artigiano opens at 06:30 on Saturdays and Sundays. On weekdays it opens at 06:00. Plan your arrival accordingly.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vancouver (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).