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Dr Pepper Museum
Celebrate the fizzy history of America's oldest major soft drink at this quirky museum housed in the original 1906 bottling plant…
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What to do in Waco today
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Magnolia Market at the Silos
A sprawling shopping and lifestyle complex created by Chip and Joanna Gaines of HGTV's Fixer Upper, featuring restored grain silo…
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Buc-ee's
An iconic Texas roadside experience, Buc-ee's is a massive travel center chain known for its pristine bathrooms, vast fueling pos…
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Cameron Park Zoo
A sprawling 52-acre sanctuary near downtown Waco, Cameron Park Zoo houses over 1,700 animals from 300 species in naturalistic hab…
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Downtown Waco
The vibrant hub of Waco, Texas, blending historic charm with a modern tourism boom. Explore a mix of boutiques, award-winning dis…
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Magnolia Market
A premier destination for home goods and design inspiration curated by Joanna Gaines, anchored by two iconic 120-foot silos that…
Route map for Historic Downtown & the Brazos Riverfront
Free walk
Historic Downtown & the Brazos Riverfront
A roughly two-kilometer walk through the heart of Waco, with seven stops moving from the modern downtown core to the historic Bra…
43 min
Route map for Baylor University Campus Walk
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Baylor University Campus Walk
A roughly two-kilometer, seven-stop loop through the heart of Baylor University in Waco, taking in campus landmarks, museums, a h…
61 min
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Best things to do today in Waco
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Magnolia Table
A charming farmhouse-style restaurant in Waco, opened by Chip and Joanna Gaines, specializing in Southern-inspired breakfast and…
Come for the famous breakfast plates and Texas-style comfort food tied to Waco’s biggest draw.
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Vitek's BBQ
A fourth-generation family-owned Texas BBQ institution in Waco, famous for the award-winning Gut Pak and its lively biergarten at…
The legendary Gut Pak turns smoked meat into a messy Waco rite of passage.
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Be Kind Coffee
Be Kind Coffee is a beloved independent Waco roaster and cafe known for exceptional coffee and tea, offering a unique experience…
Adorable downtown shop where quality coffee and compassion go hand in hand, perfect for studying.
Source-backed place · Bars and nightlife
Bertie's On The Rooftop
An art deco rooftop bar and restaurant located on the 4th floor of the Hotel 1928, offering panoramic views of Waco and bespoke c…
Sunset cocktails and rooftop views make this one of Waco’s most polished date-night bars.
Reservations ResySource-backed place · Food and drink
DiamondBack's
DiamondBack's is an upscale downtown Waco steakhouse renowned for its prime cuts of beef, elegant ambiance, and an extensive wine…
Downtown steakhouse locals pick for a polished dinner that still feels distinctly Waco.
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Fabled Bookshop & Cafe
An independent bookshop and cafe in the heart of downtown Waco, offering new books, unique toys, and gifts alongside coffee and f…
Bookstore cafe magic: grab coffee, browse shelves, and settle in for a low-key Waco stop.
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