Atomic City

Average Rating

70

Centrally located next to the landmark Brewster General Store, the Captain Freeman Inn, with its majestic wraparound porch, has long been a landmark in town. New owners have refurbished the property, adding amenities. Besides its in-town location, walking distance to stores and restaurants, the unusual thing about this B&B is that it has its own swimming pool. It is also a short walk from...

Posted on December 15, 2012. Brought to you by frommers.

Playthings -- including a sizable collection of vintage metal wind-up toys -- are just one component of the merchandise at this funky, eclectic store in a deceptively prim-looking house near the University of Texas. You'll also find a sizable collection of cult classic film and TV memorabilia and, in the back, hundreds of styles of shoes and boots for the ultrahip rockabilly crowd. It's all a...

Posted on October 13, 2011. Brought to you by frommers.

A curious collection of shoes, toys, cards and novelty items resides in this humble home.

In Short
Don't let the quaint little house fool you. Inside is Atomic City, a den of quirky delights. Find a trove of footwear treasures to suit your creative, alternative lifestyle....

Posted by by Contributor at Citysearch on November 30, 2006. Brought to you by Citysearch.

lots of absurd kitsch and collectables, but doesn't accept returns and doesn't warn you!

Average Rating

40

I love this store for collectibles, toys, and absurd home accessories, and had always admired the shoe department. I've previously bought vintage reproduction prints and little house wear stuff there and been quite happy with my purchases. I broke my back a couple of months ago and am now on a never ending quest for shoes that are attractive and comfortable, basically regardless of price, so I tried on several of the $150-200 pairs of John Fluevogs. I was about to buy a pair and wasn't sure about the color (robin's egg blue and purple), so asked about returns. They don't DO returns at...

Posted by by membeth at Citysearch on June 15, 2008. Brought to you by Citysearch.

Uniqueness

Average Rating

80

The building where the Atomic City is doesnt look like what the name implies on the outside, walk inside and then youll learn what Atomic City is all about. Atomic City is a novelty shop carrying some of the most unique treasures such as…

Posted by John H on August 18, 2005. Brought to you by Citysearch.

Atomic City is so good

Average Rating

100

I only wish Prints would update the website so I could order his fabulous stuff from out of state!!
If you haven't been to Atomic City, your'e missing out on Austin's original weirdo shoe-toy store.

Pros

+ great shoes, great shirts, great toys

Cons

- no shipping, only one, I can't live there

Posted by by rebecko at Citysearch on June 07, 2003. Brought to you by Citysearch.

Atomic City is so good

Average Rating

100

I only wish Prints would update the website so I could order his fabulous stuff from out of state!!\t\nIf you haven't been to Atomic City, your'e missing out on Austin's original weirdo shoe-toy store.

Posted by rebecko at Citysearch on June 07, 2003. Brought to you by merchantcircle.

A Special Place

Average Rating

100

I wish I could afford to buy shoes here more often. They are really special and often ahead of the trends. The owner gives individual service, and can tell you a lot about your shoe: about the company that makes it, how to care for it, etc. You have more confidence in your purchase. It is more special than just a regular shoe purchase. Don't forget to look at the post cards. They are all cool! I also recently discovered a unique collection of stamps. In addition, the owner, (Prince?), has quite a Godzilla collection (according to my collecting fiance). It's fun and feels like Austin, the...

Posted by by bingsy at Citysearch on July 26, 2002. Brought to you by Citysearch.

Atomic City is located at 1700 San Antonio St, Austin, TX. This location is in the Downtown neighborhood. This business specializes in Toys & Games and has 2 review(s) with a star rating of 3.5.

Posted on October 15, 2018. Brought to you by merchantcircle.