Heart of Texas, TX

Waco
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Photo by Pam Severini

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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

4.5/5(664 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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
When real life looks like a Screensaver

Baylor University

4.5/5(502 reviews)

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

4.5/5(120 reviews)

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

Dr. Pepper Museum

4.5/5(276 reviews)

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

Cameron Park Zoo

4.5/5(131 reviews)

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
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

4.5/5(181 reviews)

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

Heart of Texas Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Waco
Hyatt Place Waco
3 out of 5
5400 BAGBY AVENUE, Waco, TX
The price is AED 288 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 288
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (1,099 reviews)
"Good stay"

Reviewed on 15 January 2025

Hyatt Place 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
The price is AED 327 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
AED 327
AED 426 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,221 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 15 January 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 AED 281 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 281
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,289 reviews)
"Staff went above and beyond for me!!!!"

Reviewed on 16 January 2025

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
3.5 out of 5
115 S. Jack Kultgen Expressway, Waco, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 342 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
AED 342
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-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! (554 reviews)
Great place to stay!
"Stay was great! Close to everything we wanted to do while in Waco."

Reviewed on 6 January 2025

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
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 AED 215 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 215
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Waco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (688 reviews)
"I loved it"

Reviewed on 30 December 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Waco University Area
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
2.5 out of 5
2700 La Salle Ave, Waco, TX
The price is AED 297 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 297
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"It was comfortable and felt safe. We stayed on 1st floor and traffic sounds were a bit noisy for a while in the evening. Beds super comfy."

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
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Other neighborhoods around Heart of Texas

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Brookview

While Brookview 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 Dr. Pepper Museum.

Brookview
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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 Cameron Park Zoo.

Mountainview
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Richland Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Richland Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Central Texas Market Place and Lake Waco.

Richland Hills
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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, Cameron Park Zoo and Magnolia Market at the Silos 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 Hawaiian Falls.

North Waco

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