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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Waco to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Waco

If you’re looking for affordable options, One Thirty Five Prime (1201 Hewitt Drive) and Pivovar (320 S 8th St) are great picks.

When to visit Waco

Waco in January
Estimated hotel price
$184
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waco in January
Estimated hotel price
$184
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 6 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Waco is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 163 miles from Waco. You’ll find branches of Budget and United Rent A Car, among others, in Houston.

Plane

When flying to Waco, you’ll arrive at Waco (ACT), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Waco is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 163 miles from Waco. You’ll find branches of Budget and United Rent A Car, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Waco

DFWDallas/Fort Worth
DALDallas Love Field
AUSAustin Bergstrom

Airlines serving Waco

Lufthansa
Good (8,144 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,449 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,478 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,006 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,629 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,885 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (421 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,415 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,573 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,293 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waco

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South By IHG and Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Waco, with prices from $77 to $1,158 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Waco are about 58% 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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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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Holiday Inn & Suites Waco Northwest By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$135+
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Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$115+
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Hiring a car in Waco

Expect to pay $1.87 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 $22.40 and $29.87. The most frequently booked car type in Waco is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.87 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 $22.40 and $29.87. The most frequently booked car type in Waco is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.