Allen Park, Michigan travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Allen Park is a city in Wayne County in the state of Michigan.

1 sights · 2 things to do · 1 places to eat

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Best things about Allen Park

World's Largest Tire

US Rubber Co built a Ferris wheel into this oversize tyre for the 1964 NY World's Fair. The 80-86' tyre, without its 24 four-person Ferris wheel seats, was relocated to what was a Uniroyal sales office in 1966; Uniroyal/…

Roosevelt Lanes

A bowling alley.

Thunderbowl Lanes

A bowling alley.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 19°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Jul. (climate data from nearby Detroit)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit — 8 mi away (major hub). Directions
TOL Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport, Toledo — 56 mi away. Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning World's Largest Tire, Roosevelt Lanes
Lunch Allen Park Wheat and Rye
Afternoon Thunderbowl Lanes

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder