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Waco: Fixer Upper Homes & Hidden Gems 2-Hour Tour
Waco: Fixer Upper Homes & Hidden Gems 2-Hour Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (2,190)2hYou'll see three Fixer Upper homes (including an interior walkthrough when available), visit Cottonland Castle, meet a guide who knows the behind-the-scenes stories, and stop at a local ironworks with a discount. The whole experience takes 2 hours, water is provided, and small-group pacing means you're not rushed between stops.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Fixer Upper fan or new to Waco and want a guide who knows the real stories behind the homes—the tour takes the guesswork out of where to go and what to look for, and two hours is enough time to see the main stops without feeling rushed.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 49View ›
Waco: Horseback Riding Texas Ranch Adventure with Cowboys
Waco: Horseback Riding Texas Ranch Adventure with Cowboys★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (764)1h 20m–1h 40mYou’ll saddle up on gentle horses for a Texas ranch ride near Waco, led by friendly cowboys who know every inch of the land. Take in sweeping Brazos River views from a high bluff, learn simple riding basics no matter your experience level, and share laughs with locals as you unplug for an afternoon under that endless sky.Likely to sell outTop ratedfromUS$ 110View ›
Brazos River Boat Tour Waco: Morning or Sunset Cruise with Guide
Brazos River Boat Tour Waco: Morning or Sunset Cruise with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (381)1h 45mA guided boat cruise on the Brazos River in Waco, departing morning or at sunset, with a local guide narrating the city's history, landmarks and wildlife over roughly two hours. You pass McLane Stadium, the Waco Suspension Bridge and Cameron Park from the water, with shaded seating, complimentary water and free parking included. Life vests are provided; children from age one are welcome, and infants ride free.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want the quietest experience and prefer to explore early; choose sunset if you're free in the late afternoon and want the best light for photos from the water.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 64View ›
Sunset Horseback Riding in Central Texas: Small-Group Ranch Ride
Sunset Horseback Riding in Central Texas: Small-Group Ranch Ride★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (227)2h 15mA small-group sunset horseback ride in Central Texas where you move across the ranch's rolling terrain and open pastures at a comfortable pace, guided by someone focused on keeping the group relaxed and matched carefully to their horses. The ride lasts approximately two hours and 15 minutes, timed to start about two hours before sunset so the light shapes the whole experience. Ages 10 and up; weight limit 225 pounds; guides take photos along the way and send them with you after.Is it for me?Book this ride if you're looking for a small group—not a large tour—and want the pace of a walk across open pasture rather than a faster or more technical ride. The timing around sunset is what shapes the whole experience, so it works well for an afternoon when you want the light and the landscape to be the focus.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 169View ›
Waco: Haunted Tour After Dark & Spirit Communication
Waco: Haunted Tour After Dark & Spirit Communication★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (207)1h 30mYou ride through Waco after dark to Cameron Park and other active locations, hearing documented hauntings and local lore from the guide. If you want to try spirit communication tools, they're available—if not, you listen and observe. Water is included, and the whole experience is built for mixed groups: believers and skeptics alike.Is it for me?A good fit if you want Waco's hidden history and aren't looking for a typical walking tour. The vehicle format means you cover more ground after dark, and the mix of documented hauntings with optional spirit communication keeps it interesting whether you believe or not.Free cancellationBest valuefromUS$ 39View ›
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