Our Waco family getaway! Kid-friendly attractions, food stops, and relaxing spots — all tried or highly recommended. Easy pacing for little ones (3 & 5 year olds), with a mix of nature, learning, and treats. 💛
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Kid Friendly Activities
Morning Treats & Coffee Stops
🍽️ Lunch/Dinner Gems Nearby
Kid Friendly Activities
Good backup for a hot or rainy time slot. indoor / interactive; great when you need a cooler spot
Mayborn Museum Complex
Fossil dig site with real mammoth remains and short trails. unique; something kids remember. 60-90 minutes is more than enough time.
Waco Mammoth National Monument
Open grounds, lawn games, bakery, boutique shops. Good early evening or flexible time activity.
Food Trucks
Unique boutiques, home décor, and souvenirs — fun stop before heading home or just to walk around.
Spice Village
Stroller-friendly outdoor sculpture walk featuring over 40 whimsical and oversized animal sculptures along the river. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon stroll with kids, photo opportunities, and a bit of imaginative play.
Wear comfortable shoes; the p...
Waco Sculpture Zoo
Take a short walk, see the longhorn sculptures, and let the kids run around by the river.
Waco Suspension Bridge
big, beautiful, shade, animal diversity. Plan 2–3 hours depending on how much you linger. Bring water, sunscreen.
Cameron Park Zoo
Morning Treats & Coffee Stops
sic stop for warm glazed donuts before heading to the zoo. Fast and kid-approved!
Shipley Do-Nuts
Cozy, family-friendly breakfast café with fresh croissants, pancakes, and classic morning favorites. Perfect for little ones who love sweet and savory options, and adults who want a relaxed, tasty start to the day. Friendly service and warm atmospher...
Olive Branch Waco | Waco, TX
Trendy local donut shop known for fresh, creative donuts and sweet pastries. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack on the go with kids — grab a classic glazed, a fun seasonal flavor, or a mini coffee for the adults.
M Doughnuts
Iconic bakery at Magnolia Silos serving cupcakes, cookies, pies, and seasonal baked goods. Perfect for a mid-morning or afternoon treat with kids — everyone will love choosing their favorite sweets!
Silos Baking Co.
Open grounds, lawn games, bakery, boutique shops. Good early evening or flexible time activity.
Food Trucks
Small-batch cookies; fun for a sweet snack to take home.
Milk Bottle Cookies
🍽️ Lunch/Dinner Gems Nearby
Classic Tex-Mex, homemade tortillas, and kid favorites (great patio). Also food was DELICIOUS!
Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant - Waco
Recommend making a reservation days/weeks in advance. Modern farmhouse-style dining, made-from-scratch menu, super family-friendly. Food was fresh and yummy.
Magnolia Table
Great for browsing shops, eating at Silos Baking Co., and letting kids play on the turf area.
Shops at the Silos
Cozy, family-friendly breakfast café with fresh croissants, pancakes, and classic morning favorites. Perfect for little ones who love sweet and savory options, and adults who want a relaxed, tasty start to the day. Friendly service and warm atmospher...
Olive Branch Waco | Waco, TX
Open grounds, lawn games, bakery, boutique shops. Good early evening or flexible time activity.
