Timeline
16:27
Pick up a pitcher of beer and a stromboli to share at Paul's Deli. It is just a short walk from campus and popular with students.
16:52
Hearth: Memorial to the Enslaved
Walk 3 minutes to Hearth: Memorial to the Enslaved. Take a moment to reflect on the campus history before moving on.
17:07
Position yourself near the College of William & Mary campus, looking toward the WSW. The sun will set directly behind the historic Christopher Wren Building, casting long shadows across the grounds.
17:42
End the walk in the Benjamin Powell House Garden. It is a quiet spot 24 minutes from the anchor, perfect for digesting your meal and the view as the light fades.
Local tip
Paul's Deli is open until 02:00, so you have plenty of time to enjoy your snack before the sunset. The walk from the deli to the memorial is short, but ensure you have enough time to reach the viewing spot before 17:12.
Check before you go
- Paul's Deli is open Mo-Su 10:30-02:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Williamsburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).