Here are some of the best things to do in Waco, Texas:
- Visit Magnolia Market at the Silos, a shopping and entertainment complex by Chip and Joanna Gaines featuring home goods, food trucks, music, and seasonal events.
- Explore the Dr Pepper Museum, located in the original bottling plant, to learn about the history of Dr Pepper with interactive exhibits and taste a classic Dr Pepper.
- Take a Fixer Upper Tour to see homes renovated on the HGTV show "Fixer Upper" along with other Waco highlights.
- See the Waco Mammoth National Monument, an indoor dig site with prehistoric mammoth remains.
- Climb Jacob's Ladder, a historic steep staircase in Cameron Park offering scenic views.
- Enjoy Waco's craft breweries including Pivovar, a Czech brewery, for local beer tasting.
- Shop at Spice Village, a large marketplace with over 60 boutiques offering handmade goods and Texas culture.
- Try surfing or water sports at Waco Surf, one of the largest inland surfing facilities in Texas.
- Visit the Cameron Park Zoo, a well-designed zoo with animals in natural habitats and family-friendly amenities.
- Stroll through the Waco Sculpture Zoo, an outdoor free exhibit of animal sculptures along the river path.
- Go paddle boarding on the river with rentals available in town.
- Dine at one of Waco’s many great restaurants from barbecue to upscale dining.
- Walk or hike in Cameron Park, one of the largest municipal parks in Texas with trails along rivers and bluffs.
- Check out Baylor University’s beautiful campus, museums, and black bear habitat.
- Visit the Lake Waco Wetlands for nature walks, bird watching, and photography.
Waco offers a mix of shopping, history, nature, and unique experiences perfect for all interests and ages. So whether you want to shop, explore museums, enjoy the outdoors, or try local food and drinks, Waco has plenty to do. If you want, I can provide more details on any of these activities or help you plan an itinerary.
