Location: Metropolis
Top Things to do in Metropolis
Top Restaurants in Metropolis
The 10 Best Things to do in Metropolis, Illinois (IL)
Metropolis is a city located along the Ohio River in Massac County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 6,465 according to the 2013 estimate of the United States Census Bureau. Metropolis is the county seat of Massac County and is part of the Paducah, KY-IL Micropolitan Statistical Area in Southern Illinois.
Restaurants in Metropolis
1. George Rogers Clark Monument
2. Massac Forest Nature Preserve
3. The 606 Market
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Hello Everyone!! We would like to introduce ourselves. We are 3 sister-n-laws that own and operate The 606 Market. Chasida is our "Guru" in hunting down those antiques making custom orders, painting & restoring antique furniture. Amy is our "Artist" that not only can whip you a portrait in no time but also has excellent penmanship & teaches classes on art to adults and children. Monica is our "creator" repurposing items that may be destine for the junk pile, hand pours candles and also paints restores furniture. Several years ago, Chasida, Monica & Amy had a dream to open a brick and mortar store. All 3 of us girls have set up a Vintage Market Fairs & has had rental booths in stores that specialized in our products. Between the 3 of us, we all have our own style which complements on another. Our vision was to open up a brick-n-mortar store as well as an online store in which the customer can shop, learn and have an enjoyable experience.
4. Superman Statue
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4.5 based on 643 reviews
Reviewed By 723leishac - Dunkirk, United States
This was a fun stop. The Superman statue is huge and makes great photo ops. He is scheduled to be refurbished in 2021 so be sure he is there before you go. The Super museum is loaded with memorabilia and enjoyable. Very friendly staff and masks required. Be sure to see the Kryptonite and Lois Lane while in town. Bird man of Alcatraz grave is just north of town too. It was a fun little town to stop in.
5. Noel Neill statue
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4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By BonzSF
This statue is beautifully done and a wonderful tribute to Lois Lane (Noel Neill). It is one of the places that make a great photo opportunity
6. SuperBowl Metropolis
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Give us a call! We can't wait to see you! SuperBowl Metropolis, in Metropolis, IL, is the premier bowling alley serving Paducah, Vienna, Murray, Benton, Carbondale and surrounding areas since 2014. We have 16 synthetic bowling lanes and also offer video arcade and gambling. For your next night out, visit SuperBowl Metropolis. Business Hours: Monday-Thursday: 10am-11pm for Gambling, Bar & Billiards 12pm-11pm for Full Business Operations Friday-Saturday: 10am-12pm for Gambling, Bar & Billiards 12pm-1am for Full Business Operations Sunday: 12pm-11pm for Full Business Operations
7. Super Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 250 reviews
The world famous Superman Museum, family owned and operated, officially opened in 1993 in the Man of Steel's official hometown of Metropolis, Illinois on Superman Square. The museum features 20,000+ items from the life's work of longtime Superman enthusiast and collector, Jim Hambrick who has amassed one of the greatest collections of Superman memorabilia in the world. Among the items showcased in the museum from the iconic superhero's 75+ year history are virtually every Superman toy ever produced as well as movie props and promotional materials from all the Superman movies & TV series (including "Smallville" and "Man of Steel") and one of the only George Reeves Superman costumes still in existence. The museum is organized around particular eras and portrayals of Superman, spanning television, movies, and comics; and is changed frequently, to encourage repeat visits.
Reviewed By 723leishac - Dunkirk, United States
Fun place to visit. So much memorabilia inside to see. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Masks required and use of sanitizer. We enjoyed it very much. Be sure to see Noel Neill (Lois Layne) statue and the kryptonite while in town.
8. Fort Massac State Park
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4.0 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By U9452RQmichelleh - Nashville, United States
Nice well kept area! I saw deer, geese, dragonflies while sitting there. Did not fish but would like to next time.
9. Metropolis Lighthouse Hope Light
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4.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By 671perlan - Fort Wayne, United States
Where there is light there is hope! It's sign says... This lighthouse is special because it was built in honor of fighting cancer. It's not as tall as other light houses I have visited in the past. It sits by the Ohio River next to the Harris Casino. It is in a park. If it works, I don't know. I just admired it while I was there. Easy way to get there is by exiting the casino, turn right, then turn right again on the first street. Pass the other hotel that is there. As you proceed on this street, it is going to curve to the left. Just drive on it and it will take you straight to the light house/ park. It is about a mile from the casino.
10. Big John Grocery Clerk
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By O6378WFannag - Park Ridge, United States
This Big John Grocery Clerk statue is actually larger than Superman statue in downtown Metropolis! Big John in Metropolis is a hulk, carrying car-sized bags filled with groceries in the parking lots of its food store. It is about 28-30 feet tall fiberglass statue. Many Big Johns (when store goes out of business), were re-purposed. But this one in Metropolis is still located at the Big John grocery store. Right now Big Johns are rare; only about eight are known to be in publicly accessible places. And this one in Metropolis is one of them. It is well-kept specimen at the local Big John store, but he's often overlooked because the Man of Steel (Superman) is located nearby in downtown Metropolis. Due to their scarcity, Big Johns are sought after by collectors.
