There is much to see and do in Waco. If you're a history buff, you can explore the frontier heritage of Texas. If you're into action and wide open spaces, there are rivers, a lake, golf courses, a disc golf course, some of the best mountain bike trails in the state, tennis courts and 35 parks.

Shoppers will find plenty of antique and gift shops in our historic downtown, plus malls, gift, craft and clothing stores throughout the city. Culturally, Waco has been compared to a quilt with brightly colored patches seamed together and tightly linked. You'll find restaurants serving everything from Tex-Mex tamales to Korean kimchee. Waco's cuisine is a daily celebration of our colorful culture.