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Autism-Friendly Things to Do in Waco, Texas

Waco has some genuinely accommodating outings for autistic kids, led by the Cameron Park Zoo's sensory program and the Mayborn Museum's sensory backpacks. This page rounds up sensory-aware options and how to plan a low-stress visit.

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Cameron Park Zoo

Zoo with sensory accommodations

Well-regarded natural-habitat zoo in Waco with accessibility and sensory accommodations to support visitors who overload easily.

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Mayborn Museum

Children's & natural-history museum

Hands-on museum on the Baylor campus offering free sensory backpacks with noise-reducing headphones and fidget tools, plus benches and adaptive tools.

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