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Waco, TX
Travel Guide

Explore Waco: its sports, university life, live music, and more!

Explore lots to see and do in Waco—gourmet restaurants, sports teams, and popular sights from Magnolia Market at the Silos to Cameron Park Zoo.

Where to stay in Waco

Brazos, Waco, Texas, United States of America

Brazos

4/5Very Good!(193 area reviews)

While visiting Brazos, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.

Brazos
Some Texas craft brews

University

3.5/5Good!(107 area reviews)

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

University
Bakery at Magnolia.

North Waco

3.5/5Good!(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 Hawaiian Falls.

North Waco
Wacko Waco

East Riverside

3.5/5Good!(36 area reviews)

While visiting East Riverside, you might make a stop by sights like McLane Stadium and Marlin Branch.

East Riverside
Austin Ave., Waco, Texas, United States of America

Austin Ave.

5/5Exceptional!(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.
One of the houses renovated by Chip and Joanna Gaines of Fixer Upper

Landon Branch

When in Landon Branch, you can plan a visit to Magnolia Market at the Silos and Cameron Park Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Landon Branch
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South
2.5 out of 5
5701 Legend Lake Pkwy, Waco, TX
The price is ￥8,519 per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest and Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center. Central ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (791 reviews)

"The hotel stay was excellent for the weather condition,"…"

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2021

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South
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 ￥7,953 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Marlin Branch and within 3 mi (5 km) of Magnolia Market at the Silos and Waco Convention Center. ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (1,129 reviews)

"Very nice staff was excellent stay definitely recommend"…"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
Courtyard by Marriott Waco
Courtyard by Marriott Waco
3 out of 5
101 Washington Ave And University Park, Waco, TX
The price is ￥8,434 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Brazos, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waco Convention Center, McLane Stadium, and Baylor University.…

4.2/5Excellent! (763 reviews)

"Room was very clean. Shower had good temp and nice water pressure. Other than VERY Noisy neighbors on the first night, room was quiet."…"

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2021

Courtyard by Marriott Waco
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1700 South 2nd
1700 South 2nd
4 out of 5
1700 South 2nd Street, Waco, TX
The price is ￥15,267 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Located in the heart of Waco, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Baylor University, Magnolia Market at the Silos, and Dr. Pepper Museum. Waco Convention ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (212 reviews)

"Highly recommended. You are for sure getting your money’s worth. Fully staffed property."…"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021

1700 South 2nd
Walk to the Silos! 3 Bed 1960's Bungalow Near Baylor
Walk to the Silos! 3 Bed 1960's Bungalow Near Baylor
South 7th Street 620, Waco, TX
The price is ￥19,590 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10

Located in Brazos, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Magnolia Market at the Silos and Baylor University. Waco Convention Center and Cameron Park ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Special weekend for Meme

"This house is exactly as advertised, if not better. It was SPOTLESS! My mother and I took the front two rooms and put my niece and daughter in the back master bedroom. The house was a perfect fit for the four of us and we loved the convenient location— walking distance to the Silos is the best, so ..."…"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021

Walk to the Silos! 3 Bed 1960's Bungalow Near Baylor
Country Tiny House - 10min to Silos at Magnolia (#3)
Country Tiny House - 10min to Silos at Magnolia (#3)
Waco, TX
The price is ￥8,885 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Heart O' Texas Speedway, Baylor University, and Magnolia Market at the Silos. Waco Convention ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Peaceful setting

"We really enjoyed staying at the tiny house. It was a cute place in a peaceful location."…"

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2020

Country Tiny House - 10min to Silos at Magnolia (#3)
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Popular places to visit in Waco

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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. Amble around the area's college campus or attend a sporting event.

Magnolia Market at the Silos
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Baylor University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Baylor University, a top university in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Baylor University
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Waco Convention Center

Find out what's happening at Waco Convention Center during your trip—a top convention center in Waco. Amble around the area's college campus or attend a sporting event.

Waco Convention Center
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Cameron Park Zoo

Why not visit the animals who live at Cameron Park Zoo and see why this is a popular attraction in Waco? Amble around the area's college campus or attend a sporting event.

Cameron Park Zoo
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Dr. Pepper Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dr. Pepper Museum in Waco. Amble around the area's college campus or attend a sporting event.

Dr. Pepper Museum
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Waco Mammoth National Monument

Explore the great outdoors at Waco Mammoth National Monument, a lovely green space in Waco. Amble around the area's college campus or attend a sporting event.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Top things to do in Waco

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Wacky Walks Scavenger Hunt Adventure of Texas

￥1,046
Per adult
Wacky Walks Scavenger Hunt Adventure of Texas
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Survival Challenge by Zombie Scavengers of Texas

￥2,092
Per adult
Survival Challenge by Zombie Scavengers of Texas
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City Scavenger Hunts by Operation City Quest of Texas

￥1,046
Per adult
City Scavenger Hunts by Operation City Quest of Texas
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Shop & Play at Hillsboro Outlets

￥1,569
Per adult
Shop & Play at Hillsboro Outlets
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Horseback Riding on Scenic Texas Ranch near Waco

￥7,321
Per adult
Horseback Riding on Scenic Texas Ranch near Waco
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Hueco Pedicab Tours

￥3,347
Per adult
Hueco Pedicab Tours
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