Location: Waco
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Waco (/ˈweɪkoʊ/ WAY-koh) is a city which is the county seat of McLennan County, Texas, United States. It is situated along the Brazos River and I-35, halfway between Dallas and Austin. The city had a 2010 population of 124,805, making it the 22nd-most populous city in the state. The US Census 2016 population estimate is 134,432 The Waco Metropolitan Statistical Area consists of McLennan and Falls Counties, which had a 2010 population of 234,906. Falls County was added to the Waco MSA in 2013. The US Census 2017 population estimate for the Waco MSA is 268,696.
Restaurants in Waco
1. Restored 1929 Gulf Gas Station
2. Art Forum of Waco
3. Branding the Brazos Sculpture
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By richardsW8498GT - Abilene, United States
This is an impressive sculpture depicting a traditional Texas trail drive on the Chisholm Trail. Each character is life size, unique, and real. It leads you to the bridge that crosses the river. It is located near the Waco Convention Center and is a short walk to downtown Waco.
4. Branch Davidian Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 192 reviews
Reviewed By AnnaL591
After visiting the famous Magnolia Table and Market we decided to stop by this place on our way back to Dallas and I am SO glad we did. When the gate is open visitors are welcome with a suggested donation of $10 per group at the office which is the second trailer home on the right. After that you drive up to the church. We lucked out that on this day there was a survivor from the raid, author David Thibedaux. He gave us a very thorough accounting of events as they unfolded during the siege as well as events that transpired in the days before. They were very open and welcoming, we never felt uncomfortable. We truly appreciated his perspective as well. Afterwards you can see the concrete slab that remains from the building where the kids bodies were recovered. Also, a short walk along the pool area reveals the blown up bus that they were thought to be using as an escape. All three of us, 40-50 year old women, actually enjoyed this more than the silos and Magnolia Market. I would definitely make a stop here if you’re in town.
5. Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By CharlieinTexas - Austin, United States
Not a memorial that’s going to win any awards, but it is a nice tribute to those who served and died keeping us free. On the water, with some other nice things to see in the area, including a memorial to Doris Miller across the suspension Bridge, a long overdue tribute to this pearl harbor veteran who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. This memorial is a nice place to hang out for a bit and appreciate our freedom and the men and women who serve
