Hays Welcome Center

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

• The forecast is part of the ticket

  Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

• Golden hour sells out first

  Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

• Dress a layer warmer

  It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

• Timed entry is common

  Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.