- The list below includes 20 free or cheap things to do in or near Waco, Texas, including 32 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Libraries and History Museums.
- From Cameron Park to Armstrong Browning Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waco.
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Gamers enjoy the latest consoles and games, and also get to partake in a virtual reality experience through the Oculus Rift
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300 S. 5th Street, Waco, TX
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Those touring the Dr. Pepper Museum create their own soft drinks, and then come up with a name and marketing strategy for their product. The museum also has a gift shop, and Free Enterprise Institute.
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Located on the Baylor University campus, the Mayborn Museum is geared toward children. It offers a variety of educational and hands-on exhibits, and is available for birthday parties and for special events.
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Featuring an array of car racing activities, Heart O' Texas Speedway is a great place for a family gathering or group outing. Located in Elm Mott, special events like bike races and a demolition derby are also held here.
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The home of one of the early settlers, Fort House can be seen via a guided tour. It is furnished with period pieces and other memorabilia like cooking utensils and photographs from the late 1800's.
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The mission of the Jubilee Theater is to create theatrical works that reflect eh African-American experiences. The theater shows live productions such as 'Sunset Baby' and 'The Color Purple'.
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Brazos Bluffs Ranch provides horseback rides on many scenic trails where wild animals like wild turkeys and whitetail deer can be spotted. They also have pavilions where guests can enjoy activities like fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
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Featuring full stadium seating and digital surround sound, Galaxy 16 is a local movie theater that shows the latest released films. Other amenities at the theater include ticketing kiosks, birthday party hosting, and 3-D capabilities.
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A museum and archive devoted to the history of the Texas Red Men Association, the Red Men Museum & Library features 4200 volumes pertaining to Texas history as well as displays that showcase various aspects of Texas history.
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A bowling alley featuring synthetic lanes with automatic scoring, AMF Westview Lanes hosts open bowling as well as parties, leagues, and tournaments. The alley features a snack bar with a variety of refreshments.
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Located at Waco Square, the Premiere Cinema 6 is a movie theater multiplex that shows mostly newly released Hollywood movies in digital video and sound. The theater features discount specials and has a reward program.