Start at Sunrise Cafe on Xenia Avenue for a relaxed brunch; budget about $15–25 per person and an hour at the table. It’s a popular local spot, so Sunday waits are possible—check its current hours and allow a little flexibility. From downtown, Glen Helen Nature Preserve is a short drive east, or roughly a 20-minute walk. Spend 1½–2 hours on the wooded trails and look for the Yellow Spring; check trail conditions and access notices before you go, and wear shoes with good grip.
Drive about 10 minutes east to Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve near Clifton. Give yourself around 1½ hours for the gorge trails and river views; the paths can be uneven, so take care, especially after rain. Then head back to Yellow Springs downtown for 1–1½ hours of unhurried browsing among the independent shops and galleries. Sunday hours vary by business, and some shops may close earlier than you expect, so this is a good time to wander rather than plan around a particular store.
Finish at Ye Olde Trail Tavern downtown for a laid-back dinner; allow 1–1½ hours and roughly $20–35 per person. It’s an easy walk from the village shops, but check Sunday service hours before settling into your afternoon—small-town schedules can shift seasonally.
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