Pecan Grove Museum
Our first hidden gem sits just a stone’s throw from Allen’s vibrant downtown district, but feels worlds away. The Pecan Grove Museum provides a window into Allen’s rich agricultural history through its collection of farming equipment, household artifacts, clothing and photographs. Visitors can marvel at 19th century washboards, butter churns and kitchen implements that seem impossibly quaint today. Kids will love exploring the museum’s hands-on Discovery Room filled with interactive exhibits and nostalgic toys. Outside, stroll through heritage gardens lush with heirloom flowers and herbs. Expert docents will regale your group with tales of how innovative German settlers transformed Allen’s untamed blackland prairies into prosperous farmsteads growing cotton, wheat and pecans. Don’t miss the museum’s stately centerpiece – an authentically restored dogtrot farmhouse from the 1890s with split log construction and a breezeway to provide cooling airflow. Schedule a private tour to immerse your group in Allen’s pioneering past.
Pecan Grove Museum
Address: 101 E. Main Street, Allen, TX 75002
Phone: 214-509-4925
Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
Trade Allen’s concrete sidewalks for winding trails through 200 acres of pristine wilderness at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. Located on the eastern edge of Allen, this oasis of unspoiled nature features rolling limestone bluffs cloaked in stately cedar and oak. Eight miles of hiking paths cater to every ability level, from a short, paved trail to challenging terrain with elevation changes. In spring, wildflowers carpet the landscape in brilliant hues. Year-round, you may spot white-tailed deer, red-tailed hawks, cacti and horned lizards. Bring your camera to capture Instagram-worthy vistas of the preserve’s diverse ecosystems, from dry upland forest to lush streamside woodlands. At the heart of Arbor Hills lies a peaceful sanctuary perfect for quiet reflection under the leafy canopy. Let your group run free in the playground and picnic areas after working up an appetite on the trails. Before you go, call us at Charter Bus Company Allen to book your uplifting natural escape.
Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
Address: 6701 W Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75093
Phone: 972-769-4160
Southfork Ranch
No trip to the Dallas area is complete without a pilgrimage to Southfork Ranch, where the iconic 80s soap opera Dallas was filmed. Located northeast of Allen in Parker, this sprawling estate perfectly captures the opulence of Texas oil money. Tour the mansion’s interior on a guided visit to see rooms like the gun room and private study, impeccably decorated as if the devious Ewing family still lived there. Don’t miss photo ops at the pool and patio where some of Dallas’ most dramatic scenes unfolded. Outside, wander through lush grounds to visit the ranch’s small petting zoo. The on-site boutique sells every kind of Dallas souvenir imaginable, from T-shirts to family crests. Satisfy your hunger at Miss Ellie’s Deli or the Steakhouse at Southfork, indulging in local specialties like chicken fried steak and barbecue. Our buses provide easy transportation directly to Southfork’s front gate for hassle-free group tours. With Charter Bus Company Allen, you can channel your inner J.R. or Sue Ellen any time!
Southfork Ranch
Address: 3700 Hogge Dr., Parker, TX 75002
Phone: 972-442-7800
Sci-Tech Discovery Center
The Sci-Tech Discovery Center brings hands-on science exploration to visitors of all ages in Frisco, just west of Allen. This massive complex houses interactive exhibits on topics ranging from physics to health sciences, earth sciences to robotics. At every turn, you’ll find engaging displays that make science come alive through fun activities like piloting drones, exploring Faraday cages, building magnetic sculptures and playing illusion games. Sci-Tech’s Innovation Gallery spotlights new STEM concepts each year to stay on the cutting edge. Groups with budding scientists will love taking part in guided science lab experiences covering principles like combustion, Newton’s Laws, DNA and more. Special events like community nights and camps run throughout the year as well. Outside, a nature-inspired playscape beckons with log climbing structures, musical instruments and waterways. To fuel your group’s curiosity, let Charter Bus Company Allen provide easy roundtrip transportation for a science-packed excursion.
Sci-Tech Discovery Center
Address: 8004 N Dallas Pkwy #100, Frisco, TX 75034
Phone: 469-362-2276
Dallas Arboretum
When you think of gardens, you may not immediately associate them with Dallas. But the sprawling Dallas Arboretum proves just how magnificent gardens in the heart of Texas can be. Located northeast of downtown on the shores of White Rock Lake, this 66-acre botanical oasis contains over 20 themed gardens to explore. Spring sees an explosion of over 500,000 tulips and daffodils blanketing the grounds. Summer brings tropical hibiscus and aquatics in the 5-acre Texas Pioneer Plaza. For an only-in-Texas experience, check out the 7-acre Food and Fiber Pavilion’s demonstrations of cotton harvesting, milking cows and growing crops. Kids will have a ball in the Arboretum’s creative Children’s Garden, full of storybook structures, music elements and a 20-foot seed sculpture. To give your group a taste of these urban gardens and more, let our team handle the driving – call Charter Bus Company Allen today!
Dallas Arboretum
Address: 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218
Phone: 214-515-6615
Lakeside Park
When you’re looking to trade concrete for greenery without leaving Allen, the go-to spot is Lakeside Park. Set on over 30 acres adjacent to Watters Creek, this community park offers something for visitors of all ages and interests to enjoy. Kids can burn off energy at two large playgrounds: one with standard equipment, one adorned with elaborate treehouses and rope bridges. Cool off from the Texas heat at Splash Pad Allen, a creative water play space families adore. For leisurely recreation, meander through the park’s peaceful walking trails encircling a small lake populated with ducks, turtles and fish. Pack a picnic to savor in one of the covered pavilions or tree-shaded tables lakeside. If you visit on a weekend, take part in free activities like outdoor concerts, fishing programs for kids, yoga classes and more. With so much to experience, Lakeside Park promises a full day of laidback fun – minus the stress of parking thanks to Charter Bus Company Allen!
Lakeside Park
Address: 600 E Main St, Allen, TX 75002
Phone: 214-509-4700
Frontiers of Flight Museum
Aviation enthusiasts will be amazed at the treasure trove of flight history housed at Dallas’ Frontiers of Flight Museum, just around 20 minutes southwest of Allen by bus. Over 35 aircraft and space vehicles fill the museum’s soaring hangar, headlined by the Apollo 7 spacecraft and an SR-71 Blackbird spy plane. Visitors can climb into the cockpit of a commercial jet, pilot a Link Trainer flight simulator and even take off down a replica Wright Flyer track! More aviation artifacts await in the museum’s expansive galleries, from uniforms and memorabilia to airmail exhibits and Women Air Service Pilots displays. The onsite restoration facility provides a behind-the-scenes look at processes like metalwork, upholstery and engine repair to return vintage planes to their former glory. Between the aviation marvels inside and historic planes dotting the tarmac outside, your group could easily spend hours delighting in flight. Avoid parking hassles by letting our team deliver you straight to the museum’s doorstep.
Frontiers of Flight Museum
Address: 6911 Lemmon Ave, Dallas, TX 75209
Phone: 214-350-3600
Celebration Park
Celebration Park pays homage to Allen’s heritage in a most unique way – through rescued architectural structures from the city’s past. Over a dozen buildings including homes, a train depot, schoolhouses, barns and more have been meticulously restored and relocated here, creating an immersive living history exhibit. Costumed interpreters add color by recreating scenes of vintage life, including a one-room schoolhouse in session. Beyond the historic buildings, Celebration Park contains impressive facilities for modern enjoyment too. Kids can romp in the playground and water sprayground, or take aim on the archery and shooting ranges. Wind through walking trails encircling small lakes ideal for fishing. Then refuel at the on-site restaurant before you go. Our team at Charter Bus Company Allen will happily drive your group to Celebration Park to discover Allen’s illustrious history firsthand!
Celebration Park
Address: 701 Angel Parkway, Allen, TX 75002
Phone: 214-509-4770
Plan Your Trip With Charter Bus Company Allen
As this small sampling shows, Allen overflows with hidden gems that will fascinate your group. Let Charter Bus Company Allen unlock the best of this vibrant northern suburb on a customized bus tour. Our experienced team takes care of driving and logistics so you can fully immerse in everything that makes Allen special. Give us a call at 214-540-6738 and we’ll help you design an unforgettable Allen itinerary tailored to your group’s interests. Don’t settle for scratching the surface – with Charter Bus Company Allen, you’ll experience the real local treasures that transform a sightseeing trip into a memory-making adventure!