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Popular places to visit

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Magnolia Market at the Silos

5/5(2 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Magnolia Market at the Silos during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Magnolia Market at the Silos
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Baylor University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Baylor University during your travels in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Baylor University
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Waco Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Waco Convention Center during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Waco Convention Center
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Cameron Park Zoo

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cameron Park Zoo during your holiday in Waco? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Cameron Park Zoo
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Dr. Pepper Museum

4/5(2 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Dr. Pepper Museum in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Dr. Pepper Museum
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Waco Mammoth National Monument

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Waco Mammoth National Monument during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Activities

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Sunset River Cruise: #1 in the US

NZ$151
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset River Cruise: #1 in the US
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Amazing Brazos River Morning or Sunset Boat Adventure in Waco

NZ$104
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Amazing Brazos River Morning or Sunset Boat Adventure in Waco
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Horseback Riding on Scenic Texas Ranch near Waco

NZ$144
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Horseback Riding on Scenic Texas Ranch near Waco
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Wacky Waco Scavenger Hunt

NZ$44
Per adult
Wacky Waco Scavenger Hunt
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Fixer Upper Tour + City Tour

NZ$137
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fixer Upper Tour + City Tour
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Waco: Haunts and Legends of Waco Guided Tour by Bus

NZ$63
Per adult
Waco: Haunts and Legends of Waco Guided Tour by Bus
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Our pick of the best University Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham Waco University Area
Days Inn by Wyndham Waco University Area
2 out of 5
3120 Interstate 35 South, Waco, TX
The price is NZ$114 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$114
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Waco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (471 reviews)
Stay for graduation day
"Good option for a graduation visit to waco."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Waco University Area
Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
3 out of 5
2500 Bagby Avenue, Waco, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$227 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$227
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Waco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (847 reviews)
Nice place
"Location was good. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
2.5 out of 5
911 S 10th St, Waco, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$210 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$210
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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 pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,151 reviews)
"very clean and welcoming...breakfast was amazing"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$147 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$147
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,216 reviews)
Have No Fear
"Being in Bellmead, I wasn’t sure what to expect at this hotel. It ended up being a pleasant surprise. The room was spacious. The service was amazing. The breakfast was what you would expect. The pool left something lacking, but we weren’t there specifically for that. Overall, the staff was accommodating ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
Hyatt Place Waco
Hyatt Place Waco
3 out of 5
5400 BAGBY AVENUE, Waco, TX
The price is NZ$166 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$166
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
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! (1,074 reviews)
"Nice hotel easy walking to restaurants. Check in was easy, with friendly personal."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hyatt Place Waco
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
3.5 out of 5
115 S. Jack Kultgen Expressway, Waco, TX
The price is NZ$178 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$178
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (342 reviews)
"Had some outside door issues but it seems like an outside door was damaged during a recent storm. It worked out"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
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Other neighbourhoods around University

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Austin Ave.

While there might not be top attractions in Austin Ave., you can explore the larger area and discover places like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.

Austin Ave.
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Brazos

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Brazos
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Brookview

While there might not be top attractions in Brookview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.

Brookview
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East Riverside

If you're spending some time in East Riverside, McLane Stadium and Marlin Branch are top sights worth seeing.

East Riverside
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Dean Highland

While Dean Highland may 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.

Dean Highland
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North Waco

If you're spending some time in North Waco, Cameron Park Zoo and Kentucky River are top sights worth seeing.

North Waco

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