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 Boston and takes around 8h 17m.
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 Dollar, among others, in Dallas.
Bus
Tornado Bus operates bus routes to Waco. From Austin, the bus ride to Waco takes 90 miles and will cost you around $140. From Dallas, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 90 miles. 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 $147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $183 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Waco-South and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor.
Where to stay in popular areas of Waco
Most booked hotels in Waco
Renting a car in Waco
Renting a car in Waco costs $80 per day, on average, or $160 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 25% cheaper than airport locations in Waco.
Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Waco is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Waco
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$42/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$44/day