Culture
Want to learn more about what makes Waco Waco? Our city offers a range of sites that encompass our history, our culture and our people. There’s always something new to discover about Waco, no matter which path you take.
Art Center Waco is committed to educating, displaying first-class exhibitions and inspiring new ideas in the Waco community. Here you’ll find vital and diverse visual art pieces and galleries that are guaranteed to enrich your experience in our town. Take some time to wander through and enjoy the exhibits on display — you may just walk away with a new favorite artist.
Address: 701 South 8th Street, Waco TX 76706
Phone: 254-752-4371
This tour group can show you around Waco in new and exciting ways! Sign up for a Brazos River Boat Adventure Tour and learn about Waco’s past and present along the beautiful and historic Brazos River. The boat tour will take you past some unique landmarks and nature of the Waco area. There are two tour times: one in the morning and one at sunset. Brazos Tours Waco is also home to the original and Fixer Upper Tour in Waco! These guided tours offer an immersive experience into the Gaines’ world, showcasing the iconic homes and landmarks that brought fame to the show.
Address: 808 N. 15th Street Waco, TX 76707
Phone:254-870-1412
No matter your faith background, there is a place for you in our city. Explore the links below to find a local church or community of faith in Waco.
The Dr Pepper Museum is dedicated to the nation’s oldest major soft drink — Dr Pepper! With three floors of exhibits featuring information about many different soft drinks and a curated selection of soft drink memorabilia, you’re sure to leave the museum with a fountain of soda knowledge. Alongside general admission, this museum offers five reservable experiences, including the “Make-A-Soda Experience” and the “Paranormal Experience.”
Address: 300 South 5th Street, Waco TX 76701
Phone: 254-757-1024
The Martin Museum of Art creates an environment where the visual arts can inspire, foster growth within, and enhance the educational experience of its patrons. As an integral component of the Department of Art & Art History at Baylor University, the Martin supports scholarship on Baylor’s campus, provides a creative bridge for our communities and empowers creative freedom. As a fine arts institution, the Martin wishes to enrich the lives of current and future generations through the acquisition, presentation and preservation of works of art.
Address: 60 Baylor Ave, Waco, TX 76706
Phone: 254-710-6371
The Mayborn Museum Complex features a natural science and cultural history museum focused on Central Texas with many walk-in dioramas and hands-on activities. Traveling exhibits set up shop at the Mayborn and stay for several months at a time. This is a perfect place to visit if you’re bringing younger friends and family members on your trip to Waco!
Address: 1300 South University Parks Drive, Waco TX 76706
Phone: 254-710-1110
The Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum preserves the history of and inspires an appreciation for the Texas Ranger Division of the Texas Department of Public Safety. Explore the history of our nation’s oldest state law enforcement agency and learn what it takes to wear the Texas Ranger badge.
Address: 100 Texas Ranger Trail, Waco TX 76706
Phone: 254-750-8631
The Waco Mammoth National Monument is a paleontological site and museum where the fossils of 24 Columbian mammoths were discovered. Declared a National Park in 2015, guided tours of the property are conducted every 30 minutes, no reservations needed. Check out the Dig Shelter, where the mammoth fossils are still in their original positions within the bone bed.
Address: 6220 Steinbeck Bend Drive, Waco TX 76708
Phone: 254-750-7946
Open every Saturday morning, the Waco Downtown Farmer’s Market features local farm produce, artisan products and baked goods. Check out their website for a map of the weekly site plan or go in and be surprised by all the wonderful things you’ll find. We guarantee you’ll walk away with a full belly and some fun, locally produced goods.
Address: 200 E Bridge Street, Waco, TX 76704
Phone: 254-307-1884