The vibrant city of Austin has quickly become a hot spot for those seeking year-round warm
weather, an energetic atmosphere, delicious food, and more. So if you've just moved to Austin
and you're looking to learn more about this fascinating city, you've come to the right place.
Check out these 14 fun facts about Austin, Texas.
Austin was the largest U.S. city without a professional sports team up until they got Austin FC.
They made their debut in the 2021 MLS season.
“With well over 50 local breweries. In 2019, Austin was named the "Top Beer Destination in the
World";. -City Brew Tours
Austin wasn't always called Austin. The city was originally called Waterloo. The name was
changed over 150 years ago, in 1839 it was renamed in honor of the “father of Texas” Stephen F.
Austin. And he didn't even know it! He passed away a few years prior to the change.” -Sarah
Blevins, Our Little Lifestyle
We'd expect nothing less for the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin City Limits debuted in
1947 and started off with Willie Nelson as its featured performer.
“If you’ve ever bought groceries at Whole Foods or stopped in for their Friday oyster deals, you
have Austin, TX and its founders to thank. To this day, it is still the grocery store of choice for
many Austin locals.” -Eric Golban, The Eric Golban Blog
While they may not have many professional sports teams, Austin does host the country's
Formula One racing championship.
“Did you know the Austin metropolitan area is projected to grow to four million people by the
year 2040? That's an increase of 1.5 million people!” -Twist Tours
Technically, it's a reservoir. Reservoirs are formed by a dam, and Lady Bird Lake is a dammed
section of the Colorado River.
"Opening in March, Austin Museum of Illusions aims to enable fun and engaging opportunities
combined with innovative educational experiences. With over 70 exhibits as optical illusions,
holograms, installations and interactive illusion rooms, the museum provides unique and tailored
experiences for everyone. Whether you’re a child, student, educator, family, young or old, the
Museum offers an intriguing visual, sensory and proprioceptive experience." -Museum of
Illusions Austin
“The Cathedral of Junk is an amazing private backyard artwork created by Vince Hanneman.
Made of various appliances, TVs, hubcaps, old bikes, and all sorts of other junk, it has long been
a popular destination for both locals and tourists.” -Fine Art Shippers
“Austin is home to the largest urban bat colony in the US, with over 1 million bats emerging
from under the Congress Avenue Bridge every night!” -Zack Tullier, Saturn Photography
If your ideal way to spend the weekend is trying out delicious food and soaking up the sun, then
you'll be excited to hear that Austin has a handful of food truck parks throughout the city. From
breakfast tacos and BBQ to mouth-watering burgers and desserts, there's something for
everyone. There are even vegan food trucks, too.
“Barton Springs — which exits into Lady Bird Lake near Zilker Park— is the sole home to the
endangered Barton Springs salamander. Likewise, the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler only
nests in Central Texas juniper-oak woodlands, and is highly sought-after by birdwatchers. -ATX
Today
“This distillery is a short and convenient drive away from downtown in a complex called "The
Yard" which offers visitors a variety of local businesses, including Austin Winery, St. Elmo
Brewing and Spokesman Coffee.” -Still Austin Whiskey Co.
See the entire blog here:
https://www.redfin.com/blog/fun-facts-about-austin-texas/
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