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Things to see in Waco, Texas (United States): 7 places and when to go
Waco, Texas is a city in United States with around 167,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (4), With kids (3), Nature (1). The best known are Waco Mammoth National Monument, Cameron Park Zoo and Waco Suspension Bridge. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 57. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 31.5492, -97.1464
- Population
- About 167,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (4) · With kids (3) · Nature (1) · History (1) · Architecture (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 1,424 km as the crow flies
What to see in Waco, Texas
The places in and around Waco, Texas, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Waco Mammoth National MonumentNational Monument of the United States in Texas6.7 km
- Cameron Park ZooIn Waco, Texas2.4 km
- Waco Suspension BridgeStructure in Waco, McLennan County, Texas2.3 km
- Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and MuseumHistory museum in Waco, Texas2.8 km
- (12) Animal Pens. Petting Zoo Sheep ShearingWith kids · Wildlife13 km
- Bill & Eva Williams Bear HabitatWith kids · Wildlife2.4 km
- Brotherwell BrewingBrewery2.7 km
When to go to Waco, Texas
The best time to visit Waco, Texas is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:09
- FebPossible10:53
- MarBest time11:46
- AprBest time12:47
- MayBest time13:36
- JunBest time14:03
- JulBest time13:52
- AugBest time13:09
- SepBest time12:11
- OctBest time11:12
- NovPossible10:22
- DecPossible9:57
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 57. In April, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Waco, Texas
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 1,424 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Cleburne, Texas13 places92 km
- Granbury5 places115 km
- Bryan, Texas5 places122 km
- Arlington, Texas9 places127 km
- Pflugerville9 places130 km
- Fort Worth, Texas18 places134 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Waco, Texas?
The best known: Waco Mammoth National Monument, Cameron Park Zoo, Waco Suspension Bridge, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Waco, Texas?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 57.
How do you get to Waco, Texas?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 1,424 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Waco, Texas as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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