Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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.

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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

Waco in December
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waco in December
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Waco in July, when the average temperature is 30 °C, and the highest can go up to 36 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 116 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Waco, with an average rainfall of 46 mm.

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How to Get to Waco

Plane

When flying to Waco, you’ll arrive at Waco (ACT), which is located 10 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Waco is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 262 km from Waco. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Avis, among others, in Houston.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Waco 1500 S 18th St, located 2.2 km from the city centre of Waco. Waco Downtown Transit Terminal is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Waco, you’ll arrive at Waco (ACT), which is located 10 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Waco is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 262 km from Waco. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Avis, among others, in Houston.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Waco 1500 S 18th St, located 2.2 km from the city centre of Waco. Waco Downtown Transit Terminal is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Waco

DFWDallas/Fort Worth
DALDallas Love Field
AUSAustin Bergstrom

Airlines serving Waco

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waco

Average rates range from around $270 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $460 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Waco-South and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Waco, with prices from $86 to $511 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Waco are about 139% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Waco

Most booked hotels in Waco

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Hotel Indigo Waco - Baylor
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$232+
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Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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Hiring a car in Waco

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Waco (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. The most frequently booked car type in Waco is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Waco (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. The most frequently booked car type in Waco is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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