If you've never been to the tiny Central Texas town of Waco, it's a hidden gem and not just because it is home to the famous Magnolia Market and everyone's favorite HGTV couple. Here are 29 pictures of Waco Texas that will make you want to visit right now…so what are you waiting for?
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Homestead Craft Village has so many places to explore.The artisans and craftsmen at Homestead Craft Village will take the time to explain their craft to you. It's really cool!And then of course, there is shopping!
If you want to make your photos really fun, take some bubbles!The Suspension Bridge at Indian Spring Park is a great photo spot…you might luck out and find the bridge totally empty!
But it's too much to ask for everyone to look at the camera AND smile. Apparently.These pictures were taken on a chilly January day – still very comfortable to be outside in the Texas “winter” weather. Usually.
A view of the Waco Skyline
Hello up there!
Mural honoring MLK. The dimensions in this picture are so fascinating to me.These larger-than-life cowboys are what make the Cattle Drive Monument so much fun!
But I'm pretty sure it's not meant to be playground equipment…Shhh!
The Dr Pepper Museum is a great place for photos and nostalgia
There's a little shop where you can buy treats at the end…and, of course they sell Dr Pepper!You can easily spend half a day exploring the Mayborn Museum on the Baylor University Campus“I want to look at his butt.” Sigh. Boys.“She wants me to look at the camera, smile, AND not touch my brother?”
Waco Mammoth National Monument was our very favorite place in Waco. There are some fun, easy trails at the site.I STRONGLY recommend the guided tour, especially if you have kids.You can easily spend half a day at Waco Mammoth National Monument, exploring the dig site, walking the trails and partaking in the junior ranger program.The Waco Sports Hall of Fame and my little ham…Downtown Waco is surprisingly trendy and very Instagrammable…
And, although there is more to do in Waco than visit the Magnolia Market, you should still visit! Do you know the story behind these letters?
The backyard area is lots of fun on a sunny day. The food trucks are amazing.Even if you don't buy, the store is so fun to browse in.This kid in the pictures, y'all. FOR.THE.LOVE.This is a Demo Day Dog from the Waco Dog House food truck at Magnolia Market. Trust me, this is a dog house you want to be in.Always busy, but worth the stop!
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It’s a fun little time-killer, although if you spent the time reading everything, you could spend half a day in there. The old theater where they show all the vintage commercials is fun.
I’ve been wanting to go to Waco for a while now, admittedly due to Fixer Upper, BUT it is good to see that there are other cute places to check out in the area! 🙂
Fun! The Gaines’ really put Waco on the map, and it looks like there is a lot to see and do. The Dr. Pepper Museum sounds like a hoot! 🙂
It’s a fun little time-killer, although if you spent the time reading everything, you could spend half a day in there. The old theater where they show all the vintage commercials is fun.
My kids are obsessed with Dr. Pepper (we live in Baltimore). I have to take them and we always go to Dallas to visit in-laws. I see a side trip!
My SIL just got back from a trip to the area (mostly to visit the Silos) and loved it. It’s definitely on my list now!
I think we would enjoy the dog house very much!! My husband is a foodie and loves to try new things.
Looks like a fun place to visit! Will have to check it out when we travel that way.
I’ve been wanting to go to Waco for a while now, admittedly due to Fixer Upper, BUT it is good to see that there are other cute places to check out in the area! 🙂