| Time |
Feel |
Photos |
Crowd |
| Morning |
Calm, clear |
Relief detail, cool color |
Lower |
| Late Afternoon |
Warmth, breeze |
Skyline glow |
Medium |
| Night |
Dramatic |
High contrast silhouettes |
Quiet outside |
If choosing one, pick the light that suits your style and energy that day.
Table of Contents
- Scenario planner
- Photographers vs families
- Hybrid day plan
- Weather and season variables
- Safety and comfort
Scenario Planner
- Short layover: pick morning for detail or night for drama.
- Heat-sensitive: aim for early or evening; skip midday climbs.
- Crowd-averse: weekday mornings win; nights quiet outside.
Photographers vs Families
- Photographers: morning for reliefs; sunset for warmth; night for graphic lines.
- Families: late morning or mid-afternoon balances energy and light; keep routes short.
Hybrid Day Plan
- Morning quick look for facade details.
- Afternoon interiors (chapel, hall, museum) when heat peaks.
- Sunset/blue hour exterior loop for color and silhouettes.
Weather and Season Variables
- Overcast: even light, great for reliefs; skip harsh contrast.
- Winter: shorter days; plan 1–2 hours after opening.
- Summer: breeze improves late; drink water and pace.
Safety and Comfort
- Bring a layer for breezy terraces.
- Watch footing at night; use lit paths and mind curbs.
Image Highlights

Bottom Line
There’s no wrong answer — only different moods. Match visit time to your goals.