- TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Waco, Texas.
- From Cameron Park Zoo to Mayborn Museum, the Waco area offers 35 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Libraries and Water Parks.
- Located along the Brazos River between Austin and Dallas, Waco, TX is known as the heartland of Texas. Along with its handful of historic homes, nine musical and theatrical art groups, and seven recreation centers, Waco also hosts the Heart O' Texas Fair and Rodeo, a Cinco De Mayo Fiesta, and the Heart of Texas Winefest.
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Museum housed in two historic downtown-Waco buildings shares the history of Dr Pepper and the soft drink industry with visitors
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The Cameron Park Zoo features many animals from the Brazos River area, and animals from North and South America. This small zoo, 52 acres, also features a large open lemur habitat.
1.8 Miles
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.
3.3 Miles
As a water park, Hawiian Falls offers a wide range of activities, from lazy rivers, to tubing, to water slides. The park has a large shallow pool with water playgrounds, fountains, and cabanas.
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Seating up to 45,000 people, McLane Stadium is an athletic facility for Baylor University sports. Visitors are welcome to attend football games or tailgate with the locals outside the stadium.
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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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The Hawaiian Falls Water Park is a water park that strives to provide fun and entertainment to those who visit. The park contains a number of attractions, including a 65-foot body slide and an 800-foot-long lazy river.
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Situated on the banks of the Brazos River, the McLane Stadium can hold up to 45,000 people, and it is home to the Baylor University football team. A variety of other events like music concerts and family programs are held at the site as well.
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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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As a miniature golf center, Putt Putt Fun Center features a variety of outdoor courses ranging from 18 to 36 holes. The courses feature challenges and obstacles like walls, curves, changes in elevation, and more.
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100 Texas Ranger Trail, Waco, TX 76706
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The Texas Rangers are the oldest state law enforcement agency in North America. At the Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum visitors can see historic badges and field equipment, and learn about the men and women who used them.