Day Itinerary
9 Activities
Day 1
151 mi0.3 mi
Uncover Little-Known History On the Way to Waco Town
Waco is a smaller Texas city with a big heart. There's so much to do and see in this area that a weekend trip is an absolute must to scratch the surface of this burgeoning riverside city. From World War II and African-American history to agrarian living and cliff diving, a roadtrip to Waco is sure to surprise and delight.
Houstonians looking to escape urban sprawl for a weekend should look no further than Waco. This central Texas town has everything you love about the big city—quality eats, independent businesses, and so much more—but here, in Waco Town, it’s all packaged in the beauty of the Brazos Valley.
Houstonians looking to escape urban sprawl for a weekend should look no further than Waco. This central Texas town has everything you love about the big city—quality eats, independent businesses, and so much more—but here, in Waco Town, it’s all packaged in the beauty of the Brazos Valley.
10:0045 min
Chappell Hill Museum
Located just north of Highway 290, Chappell Hill is a charming small town that's more than meets the eye. Visit the town’s “downtown” area to view historic structures dating back to the 1800s, including an old Baptist church, a historic storefront, and a circulating library.
Guided tours of the historic structures can be scheduled in advance via phone.
Guided tours of the historic structures can be scheduled in advance via phone.
66.8 mi
1 hr 20 min
12:155 min
Mrs. Hollie Tatnell's Grave
This single gravesite was once a cemetery for the area’s Black residents. When developers purchased the land in 1947, the deceaseds' descendants were forced to reinter their family members. Mrs. Tatnell’s relatives refused, leaving behind “a reminder of the area’s early African-American community and of the sanctity of burial grounds.”
2.7 mi
10 min
12:3045 min
Camp Hearne
Camp Hearne WWII Historic Site and Exhibit holds a piece of unique Texas and World War II history. One of the nearly seventy prisoners-of-war camps in the state at the time, Camp Hearne held thousands of POWs.
Today, the historic site and exhibit offers a window into what life was like for the German prisoners in a museum housed in a former barrack.
Today, the historic site and exhibit offers a window into what life was like for the German prisoners in a museum housed in a former barrack.
44.4 mi
50 min
14:1530 min
Miller's Country Market
Known for serving some of the best sandwiches around, Miller’s Country Market is a perfect no-frills lunch stop as you make your way to Waco town.
26.4 mi
40 min
15:3045 min
Pinewood Coffee & Beer
Make your first Waco stop at Pinewood Coffee Bar, one of the town's best local coffee shops that's bound to have less tourists than the usual spots. With its excellent coffee and outdoor seating, you'll be right at home at this Washington Avenue cafe. Too late for coffee? Pinewood also offers a great selection of teas and lemonades.
3 mi
10 min
16:305 min
Parking Lot
Before visiting the library at Baylor University, park your vehicle in one of the ample parking lots on campus and enjoy a pleasant walk through the campus. Make sure to familiarize yourself with the parking regulations in advance.
0.3 mi
5 min
16:4045 min
Moody Memorial Library
Baylor University is known for its beautiful campus, but you're here to check out the hidden gems. Head to the Moody Memorial Library's 3rd floor to find Lev’s Gathering Place. Lev's is part of the Black Gospel Music Restoration Project. It's a special listening room devoted to the preservation of Black gospel music where visitors can to sit in one of the space’s pews and listen to the project's catalog of songs. Experience the history and power behind some of the well-loved and lesser-known lyrics.
6 mi
20 min
17:451 hr 30 min
Baris
Baris is a locally-owned Italian mainstay serving up delightful pastas, pizzas, and more. The portion sizes are generous and the complimentary bread is baked to absolute perfection. Be prepared for a slight wait if you’re traveling on the weekend; I promise it’s worth it!
2.5 mi
10 min
19:3013 hrs
Restored 1930s Uptown Bungalow 2 min. to Magnolia
Let's go ahead and say it: Magnolia put Waco on the map for most travelers, and for good reason. Get a taste of why Waco's real estate and tourism industries are booming at this delightful 1930s-era bungalow. From here, you're only a short drive away to many of the city's attractions. Plus, Pinewood Coffee Bar is just a block away.