Baylor University Tours

Photo by Karin Dhaese
Photo by Karin Dhaese
Photo by Katie Potts
Photo by Katie Potts

Spend an hour or two discovering this historic university in Waco. Eager to get a better feel for this area? Magnolia Market at the Silos isn't far from Baylor University and a perfect reason to stick around a while.

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EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
East Riverside
Price was $517, price is now $439 per person
$439
per person
Dec 4 - Dec 7
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Waco (ACT)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
We were there for the Ironman event and it was great stay. Super close to the event, the room was super clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Casablanca Waco

Casablanca Waco

3.5 out of 5
Alta Vista
Price was $891, price is now $691 per person
$691
per person
Dec 4 - Dec 7
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Waco (ACT)
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
The home was perfect for our family. Great location (<10 minutes from Baylor). Owners put careful thought into the amenities provided; exceeded my expectations. Big back yard. My only regret is that we didn’t find this home sooner as my son just graduated from Baylor.

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

4 out of 5
Brazos
Price was $612, price is now $529 per person
$529
per person
Dec 4 - Dec 7
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Waco (ACT)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (437 reviews)
Wonderful hotel with excellent staff

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Reviews of Baylor University

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
344
5 - Excellent 69%
4 - Good
129
4 - Good 26%
3 - Okay
22
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
6
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this university!! The students pride and happiness is infectious! Beautiful campus, excellent athletic facilities, classic Texan architecture and wonderful southern charm from the student body. A must see when in Waco!!

5/5 - Excellent

Jackie

A very nice campus

5/5 - Excellent

Danielle

The Common Grounds Coffee shop is delicious! Everyone was so nice!

5/5 - Excellent

S.West

Pay extra to be promised reservation will not be cancelled for any reason.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Best university we visited.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice campus. Pretty area

Popular places to visit

For Fixer Upper fans, Chip and Joanna Gaines recently opened their new store at a renovated silo property in Waco, TX. Lines on Saturday to get in the store extended around the block despite rain. Sunday was beautiful but the store was closed. The wonderful Baylor campus is just a few blocks away.

Magnolia Market at the Silos

4.5/5(664 reviews)

With a visit to Magnolia Market at the Silos, a popular shopping spot in Waco, you can enjoy some retail therapy. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Magnolia Market at the Silos
Neat stop if you're in the area. Gotta try the original Dr. Pepper made in their soda shop!

Dr. Pepper Museum

4.5/5(276 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dr. Pepper Museum in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Dr. Pepper Museum
Longhorn statues in downtown Waco near the Suspension Bridge

Indian Spring Park

Indian Spring Park is just one of the places to see in Waco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Indian Spring Park
The city comes alive at night.

Waco Convention Center

4.5/5(120 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Waco Convention Center during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Waco Convention Center
Bamboo tastiest on the other side of the wire! Cameron Park Zoo has AZA Accreditation.

Cameron Park Zoo

4.5/5(131 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cameron Park Zoo during your trip to Waco? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Cameron Park Zoo
First bridge across the Brazos River.

Brazos Park East

4.5/5(84 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Brazos Park East, a lovely green space in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Brazos Park East

Best Lodging Options Near Baylor University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

3 out of 5
911 S 10th St, Waco, TX
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
1700 South 2nd

1700 South 2nd

4 out of 5
1700 South 2nd Street, Waco, TX
1700 South 2nd
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

3.5 out of 5
115 S. Jack Kultgen Expressway, Waco, TX
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG

Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG

3.5 out of 5
211 Clay Ave, Waco, TX
Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
Aloft Waco Downtown

Aloft Waco Downtown

3 out of 5
900 S 11th Street, Waco, TX
Aloft Waco Downtown
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

3 out of 5
110 S MLK JR BLVD BLDG A, Waco, TX
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

4 out of 5
600 Mary Ave, Waco, TX
AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
110 SOUTH M.L.K. JR BLVD, BUILDING B, Waco, TX
EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
101 Taylor Street, Waco, TX
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
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