Heart of Texas, TX

Waco

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Popular places to visit

For Fixer Upper fans, Chip and Joanna Gaines recently opened their new store at a renovated silo property in Waco, TX. Lines on Saturday to get in the store extended around the block despite rain. Sunday was beautiful but the store was closed. The wonderful Baylor campus is just a few blocks away.

Magnolia Market at the Silos

With a visit to Magnolia Market at the Silos, a popular shopping spot in Waco, you can enjoy some retail therapy. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Magnolia Market at the Silos
When real life looks like a Screensaver

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.

Baylor University
The city comes alive at night.

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.

Waco Convention Center
Bamboo tastiest on the other side of the wire! Cameron Park Zoo has AZA Accreditation.

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.

Cameron Park Zoo
Neat stop if you're in the area. Gotta try the original Dr. Pepper made in their soda shop!

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.

Dr. Pepper Museum
Hang out for the guided tour at the dig site. Very informative! Awesome place! Will only take about an hour to finish up tho so don't plan a whole day around it. #kidsfun

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.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Things to do

Luxurious River Cruise on the Brazos River in Waco

Sunset River Cruise: #1 in the US

￥13,745
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset River Cruise: #1 in the US
Waco: Taste of Waco Tour with Food Tastings

Waco: Taste of Waco Tour with Food Tastings

￥10,937
per adult
Waco: Taste of Waco Tour with Food Tastings
Classic Waco Tour- Experience FUN!

Fixer Upper + City Tour

￥12,489
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fixer Upper + City Tour
Waco: Brazos River Boating Adventure

Waco: Brazos River Boating Adventure

￥9,434
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waco: Brazos River Boating Adventure
Waco: Haunts and Legends of Waco Guided Tour by Bus

Waco: Haunts and Legends of Waco Guided Tour by Bus

￥5,764
per adult
Waco: Haunts and Legends of Waco Guided Tour by Bus
Waco: Horseback Riding Tour with Cowboy Guide

Waco: Horseback Riding Tour with Cowboy Guide

￥16,198
per adult
Waco: Horseback Riding Tour with Cowboy Guide
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Heart of Texas Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

3 out of 5
911 S 10th St, Waco, TX
The price is ￥11,866 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
￥11,866
￥14,770 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Waco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,378 reviews)
"Really friendly staff"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

2.5 out of 5
810 I35 N, Waco, TX
The price is ￥11,283 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥11,283
￥14,122 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,327 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful. Except one of the elevators wasn't working."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
The Classic Tiny Cargohome 12 min to Magnolia Silos Baylor

The Classic Tiny Cargohome 12 min to Magnolia Silos Baylor

3 out of 5
Waco
The price is ￥15,638 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
￥15,638
￥25,140 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Waco. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Homestead Heritage and Heart O' Texas Speedway are located ...
The Classic Tiny Cargohome 12 min to Magnolia Silos Baylor
Hyatt Place Waco

Hyatt Place Waco

3 out of 5
5400 BAGBY AVENUE, Waco, TX
The price is ￥10,465 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
￥10,465
￥12,276 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Waco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,144 reviews)
"None"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Hyatt Place Waco
AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

4 out of 5
600 Mary Ave, Waco, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥18,096 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥18,096
￥21,227 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Waco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (402 reviews)
Weekend Getaway!
"Perfect location, friendly staff, great hotel!"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

3 out of 5
110 S MLK JR BLVD BLDG A, Waco, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥15,004 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥15,004
￥19,082 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Waco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (259 reviews)
"Had breakfast before departure and was delicious. Staff were very friendly"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
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Mountainview

While Mountainview might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Waco and Magnolia Market at the Silos.

Mountainview
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Austin Ave.

5/5(1 area review)

Austin Ave. might not have many top sights, but Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Austin Ave.
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Sanger Heights

While Sanger Heights isn't home to many top sights, Magnolia Market at the Silos and Cameron Park Zoo are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sanger Heights
Bakery at Magnolia.

North Waco

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Waco and surrounding area, you can visit Cameron Park Zoo and Brazos Park East.

North Waco
Some Texas craft brews

Cesar Chavez

3.5/5(107 area reviews)

When in Cesar Chavez, you can plan a visit to Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cesar Chavez
Bamboo tastiest on the other side of the wire! Cameron Park Zoo has AZA Accreditation.

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 Magnolia Market at the Silos and Cameron Park Zoo.

Brooks Oaks

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