Del Valle
OVERVIEW
Del Valle is a suburb east of Austin. It’s known as being the home of The Circuit of the Americas, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, and soon, Tesla.
Public Transportation
Because of the airport, there is an abundance of transportation in Del Valle. The local 271 Del Valle Feeder hits ABIA and several Del Valle ISD campuses. The 228 locally serves the Burleson and Montopolis area. The major 20 route picks up at ABIA and travels as far as Lyndon B. Johnson High School, with plenty of connections along the way.
Proximity
Del Valle is about 6 miles from Austin as the crow flies, but is about 10 miles from downtown by car. With no traffic, the drive into town is usually short— about 10-15 minutes. Highway 71 takes drivers directly into Austin while SH 130 loops around to the east. I-35 and US 183 lie to the west.
Schools
The factory is built in the Del Valle Independent School District. The elementary schools in the district are Baty, Creedmoor, Del Valle, Joseph A Gilbert, Hillcrest, Hornsby-Dunlap, Newton Collins, Popham, and Smith. Kids then go to either Dailey, Del Valle, or Ojeda Middle Schools. Finally, student make their way to Del Valle High School.
Population
Unlike its suburban counterparts to the north, west, and south of the Austin Metro, Del Valle lacks infrastructure and commercial development.. The two most notable points of interest are Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and the Circuit of the Americas.
Circuit of the Americas (COTA) | Race Track in Del Valle, TX
WHAT TO EAT, SEE, DRINK, AND DO
Nightlife + Entertainment
From trendy breweries to hole-in-the-wall honkytonks, there’s always a place to grab a drink in Del Valle. Try Live Oak Brewing Company, a beloved European-style microbrewery for a true, hip taste of Austin. To get local, try Waterhole Saloon, where you will find live music, karaoke, and great food!
Entertainment
The peak of entertainment out here is of course the race track. From Formula One races to Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic, there are plenty of great events to attend!
Parks & Natural Landmarks
This are is primed for entertainment outdoors. Out here, away from the intense hustle and bustle of downtown or even the bigger, busier suburbs, you can enjoy all nature has to offer. Take in sights at Onion Creek Wildlife Sanctuary or take the kids to the playground at Southeast Metropolitan Park. Not far from Del Valle are McKinney Roughs Nature Park and one of Austin’s favorites, McKinney Falls State Park.
Food Scene
With nearly 4.5 stars and over 600 reviews on Google alone, Jasmine's Restaurant across from the airport is a top spot for Mexican fare. If you’re not in the mood for that, try Little Thailand or Lizzy's Kitchen Window for southern comfort food, made by the owner herself.