Waco travel guide
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You're Going to Love Waco
With a population of 124,805, Waco is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Waco deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Waco
Shopping
Where to Eat in Waco
If you’re looking for affordable options, Cafe Homestead (388 Halbert Lane) and Magnolia Table (2132 S Valley Mills Dr) are great picks.
When to visit Waco
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Waco in July, when the average temperature is 86 °F, and the highest can go up to 96.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Waco, with an average rainfall of 1.8″.
How to Get to Waco
Plane
When flying to Waco, you’ll arrive at Waco (ACT), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Waco include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Gulf Air. The shortest domestic flight to Waco departs from Milwaukee and takes around 6h 04m.
Car
Another option to get to Waco is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 87 miles from Waco. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Dallas.
Bus
FlixBus operates bus routes to Waco. The most popular bus station is Waco 1500 S 18th St, located 1.3 miles from downtown Waco. Waco Downtown Transit Terminal is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Waco
Where to stay in Waco
Average rates range from around $157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $177 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area and Super 8 by Wyndham Waco University Area.
Where to stay in popular areas of Waco
Most booked hotels in Waco
Renting a car in Waco
Renting a car in Waco costs $66 per day, on average, or $133 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 32% cheaper than airport locations in Waco.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Waco (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Waco is Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Waco
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$34/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$37/day