Visit East Riverside
Popular places to visit
Magnolia Market at the Silos
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Magnolia Market at the Silos during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Baylor University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Baylor University, during your travels in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Waco Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Waco Convention Center during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cameron Park Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cameron Park Zoo during your trip to Waco? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Dr. Pepper Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dr. Pepper Museum in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Waco Mammoth National Monument
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Waco Mammoth National Monument in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Waco: Horseback Riding Tour with Cowboy Guide
Sunset River Cruise: #1 in the US
East Riverside Hotel Deals
EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG
The room was clean and cozy. We were only there for 1 night and sad to leave the next morning. The location is excellent! Walking distance to downtown and a few blocks from the Magnolia Silos. We will be visiting again soon and booking the EVEN hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
Outstanding
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
The room was very nice, the staff was good and we had a nice time.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Rodeway Inn
Room was clean. Easy and fast check in. Great location and close to food and shopping. Refrigerator was nice and cold. Will stay again. Only 2 pillows for each bed. We did not ask if more were available.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025
OYO Hotel Waco University Area/ I-35
Didn’t even stay there and the attendant was rude.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
OYO Hotel Waco University Area/ I-35
No one would answer the door so we could check in
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Other neighborhoods around East Riverside
Baylor
While visiting Baylor, you might make a stop by sights like Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Ferrell Center.
Brazos
While visiting Brazos, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.
Carver
When in Carver, you can plan a visit to Cameron Park Zoo and Brazos Park East, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Brooks Oaks
While Brooks Oaks might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cameron Park Zoo and Dr. Pepper Museum.
Bellmead
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Bellmead. You might consider a stop by Marlin Branch while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Oakwood
When in Oakwood, you can plan a visit to Magnolia Market at the Silos and McLane Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
