The Austonian

The Austonian, Austin (Historic sites) — Fig. 01The Austonian© Shawnbell · CC BY 3.0

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About The Austonian

The Austonian is a striking skyscraper in Austin, Texas, and at 208 meters (56 stories) it is the tallest building in the city. Originally planned during the residential construction boom, it broke ground in 2007 and opened to its first residents in June 2010. The project, which was considered the tallest all-residential building west of the Mississippi, earned a 5-star rating for its energy efficiency that same year. You can admire the imposing tower, which is only about 45 meters taller than the 360 Condominiums, as an architectural landmark of the skyline.

Based on the article “The Austonian” from the German Wikipedia, summarized and rephrased by a language modelLicense CC BY-SA 4.0

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At a glance

Category: Sight › Historic sites
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Address: 200 Congress Ave.
78701 Austin, USA
Phone: +15128272700
Website: theaustonian.com
Email: kaci@theaustonian.com
Coordinates: 30.26483° N · -97.74451° E
Data quality: confidence 0.97
Identifier: ID c99a69aa-671…

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FAQ about The Austonian

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What is The Austonian in Austin?

The Austonian is a skyscraper in Austin, Texas, and at 208 meters (56 floors) it is the tallest building in the city. The project was considered the tallest all-residential building west of the Mississippi. You can admire The Austonian as an architectural landmark of the Austin skyline.

When was The Austonian built?

Construction of The Austonian in Austin began in 2007, and the first residents moved in in June 2010. The high-rise was planned during a boom in residential construction. In 2010, The Austonian also received a 5-star rating for its energy efficiency.

Where is The Austonian located?

The Austonian is located at 200 Congress Ave. in downtown Austin, Texas. According to travelguide195, Austin has around 961,855 residents. In the area around the high-rise, travelguide195 lists around 181 restaurants within 500 meters.

What can you see around The Austonian?

Several museums and sights are located in the immediate vicinity of The Austonian in Austin. The Austin Children's Museum is only about 69 meters away, and the Texas Toy Museum and Arcade is about 120 meters away. About 190 meters away, you'll also find the Buford Tower and the Wonder Woman Mural.

Is there a tour that passes by The Austonian?

Yes, The Austonian in Austin is part of the travelguide195 tour "Austin in One Day: Campus, Capitol and Downtown." The tour connects the university campus, the Capitol and downtown Austin, where the high-rise is located.

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