The Casita’s Local Guidebook

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The Casita’s Local Guidebook

Sightseeing

Local paleontology, geology, & live regional animals combined with world-class traveling exhibits. A favorite for young & old. ASTC (Association of Science & Technology Centers) members get free entrance.
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Sternberg Museum-Natural History
3000 Sternberg Dr
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Local paleontology, geology, & live regional animals combined with world-class traveling exhibits. A favorite for young & old. ASTC (Association of Science & Technology Centers) members get free entrance.
Open May-August, the park boasts slides, waterfall bucket, lazy river, zero entry & full size pool with diving boards. 2 hour suggested visit.
Hays Aquatic Park
300 Main St
Open May-August, the park boasts slides, waterfall bucket, lazy river, zero entry & full size pool with diving boards. 2 hour suggested visit.
Learn about the beginnings of Hays and the historical Wild West characters whose names are famous around the world. The highlight of the year is the first weekend in December when the location is transformed in to a 1870s living history prairie Christmas. Following lantern paths, guests enjoy horse-drawn buggy rides, fire roasted apples, live music and old-time treat bags.
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Fort Hays State Historic Site
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Learn about the beginnings of Hays and the historical Wild West characters whose names are famous around the world. The highlight of the year is the first weekend in December when the location is transformed in to a 1870s living history prairie Christmas. Following lantern paths, guests enjoy horse-drawn buggy rides, fire roasted apples, live music and old-time treat bags.
Remodeled in 2021, this is a central hub for communications, classes, social networking, concerts, art, meals &, of course, all things literary. This centerpiece of the community redefines the traditional concept of a library and draws national attention in its field for inter-generational crowds and community outreach initiatives. Best thing? Your just a few blocks away!
Hays Public Library
1205 Main St
Remodeled in 2021, this is a central hub for communications, classes, social networking, concerts, art, meals &, of course, all things literary. This centerpiece of the community redefines the traditional concept of a library and draws national attention in its field for inter-generational crowds and community outreach initiatives. Best thing? Your just a few blocks away!

Food scene

A twist on traditional diner favorites mixed with international flair make Gella’s a favorite of locals and visitors. Featured in BonAppetit.com for its food and award-winning microbrews at the World Beer Festival make this a budget friendly winner.
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Gella's Diner & Lb. Brewing Co.
117 E 11th St
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A twist on traditional diner favorites mixed with international flair make Gella’s a favorite of locals and visitors. Featured in BonAppetit.com for its food and award-winning microbrews at the World Beer Festival make this a budget friendly winner.
It doesn't get more authentic than this a Mexican food stop serving honest Mexican street food & snacks. After a decade as a food truck, Taco Riendo now has a permanent home downtown in an old-style soda shop! Enjoy the atmosphere or bring it home to eat.
Taco Riendo
804 Vine St
It doesn't get more authentic than this a Mexican food stop serving honest Mexican street food & snacks. After a decade as a food truck, Taco Riendo now has a permanent home downtown in an old-style soda shop! Enjoy the atmosphere or bring it home to eat.
You don't expect sushi on the prairie, but this thriving business is high quality and a local favorite.
Sake2Me Sushi & Seafood Grille
803 Fort Street
You don't expect sushi on the prairie, but this thriving business is high quality and a local favorite.
Unlike chain coffeehouses, Breathe is a non-profit that intentionally reaches out to serve the community. Located downtown, Breathe seeks to connect people and build bridges. Oh, and it's got great coffee & crepés!
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Breathe Coffee House
703 B Main St
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Unlike chain coffeehouses, Breathe is a non-profit that intentionally reaches out to serve the community. Located downtown, Breathe seeks to connect people and build bridges. Oh, and it's got great coffee & crepés!
Tastes from all throughout Latin America, from the tip of Argentina to the Mexican border.
Las Hefas Latín Cuisine
Tastes from all throughout Latin America, from the tip of Argentina to the Mexican border.

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Face mask/covering

Our city currently does NOT mandate facial coverings anywhere.
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Shower & Thermostats

If you have any questions about regarding how to adjust the shower head, radiant floor heat or mini split thermostats (or just about any other details regarding the space), simply refer to the “Guestbook” in the entry table. This book has been prepared to answer virtually any question you have based on prior guests!