Third & Ferry Streets
618-940-0091

Americana Hollywood is a museum dedicated to Hollywood of yesterday and today.  Located 2 blocks from Harrah’s Casino you will find collections from Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Pamela Anderson and Angelina Jolie, just to name a few.  Come stroll through the outdoor statues and have your picture taken with the Blues Brothers or on the set of a western ghost town.  There is so much to see and do at this museum!

Hours:  10:00AM – 5:00PM Daily - Wed.-Sun.            
Admission:  $5.00 ages 6 and above 

                     Free ages 5 and under

See photos of Americana Hollywood

1107 E. 8th St., across from Fort Massac State Park
618-524-9900

Bob’s Bowling Alley is a Metropolis staple.  In business for over 30 years this facility hosts parties, corporate events and individual bowling.  Bring your group or family out for a fun night of bowling while you are in Metropolis.

Hours:  12:00PM – 11:00PM Daily

Fee per game

405 Market St.
618-524-6919

Visit a classic Revival-style, two story brick home with distinctive interior woodwork that once belonged to Major Elijah Curtis during the Civil War.  This home was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and has since received many awards and honors.  Located only one-half block from Superman Square.

Hours:  Open Saturday and Sunday afternoons or by appointment. 

Admission:  Free.  Donations are appreciated

1308 E. 5th St.
618-524-4712  

Fort Massac State Park is a combination of scenic beauty, historic area with a replica 1802 American Fort, and museum and visitor center.  Attractions at the park include spacious day use area with picnic tables, grills, picnic shelters, playgrounds, hiking trails that include one self-guided tree identification trail and a Class A campground.  There are many historic special events and programs held throughout the year.

Hours:  7:00AM – 10:00PM Daily.  Park Admission: Free.

Camping Rates: $20 per night for sites with electricity; $10 per night primitive area.

618-524-4712
Enjoy a scenic ride or walk along this new concrete trail inside Fort Massac State Park. Use of the bicycle and pedestian path is free, and parking is located inside Fort Massac State Park.  Upon its completion, the 9 mile trail will begin at Superman Square, continue through Fort Massac State Park, and end in the city of Brookport. 

See photos of the trail. 

2nd & Ferry Streets
618-524-2628

Enjoy hot Las Vegas-style gaming at Harrah’s Metropolis!  Luck and energy run rampant on our exhilarating 36,000 square foot casino floor.  Choose from more than 1,170 of the hottest slots and 27 thrilling table games including exciting variations on poker.

Opens at 9 a.m. seven days a week.

Admission: Free

www.harrahsmetropolis.com

10 miles east of Brookport
Follow Ohio River Scenic Byway Signs
877-248-4373

Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site is a nationally significant Native-American archaeological treasure.  From about 800 AD to 1500 AD it was the ‘capital’ of a chiefdom that stretched from Brookport to Hamletsburg along the Ohio River.  Today, the mounds still exist and a constructed overlook platform and interpretive panels tell the story of the significant contribution and historical value of the Native American culture.  View Video.

U.S. 45, just north of Metropolis
618-524-5577

Illinois Department of Natural Resources Mermet Lake Fish & Wildlife Area is a 2680 acre wildlife area where game and nongame species can be observed in their natural environment.  The wildlife area has two walking trails, one ADA accessible.  Although its primary focus is wildlife/waterfowl, special events can be held on property.

Hours:  Always Open

Admission:  Free

U.S. 45, just north of Metropolis
618-524-9444

Mermet Springs is a full service Scuba Diving Destination and dive facility offering incredible fresh water diving opportunities.  An onsite Dive Shop, Scuba Instruction and opportunities for travel make it a perfect destination for divers and people interested in learning to dive.

Hours:  Call or visit website.
Price:  Varies

Ferry & Market Streets

A series of six murals are painted on buildings along Ferry Street and Market Street in downtown Metropolis.  Each Mural reveals a different story and brings the city's heritage to life through artistic renderings of local historical events.  Interpretive plaques describe the historical significance.

Located behind El Tequilla Restaurant
1407 E. Fifth St.
630-401-2966

Pro wrestling held every Friday and Saturday night. Doors open at 5:30pm.  Bell time is 7pm. Admission for adults, children under 5 are free.  RPW works in conjuntion with WACA, Wrestlers Against Child Abuse.  A portion of admissions go to charity events.  The Arena also offers an after school program from 3-5pm weekdays.

You'll want to stop and have your photo made at all of Metropolis' famous statues: 

See the world famous 15-foot tall
Superman Statue on Superman Square

Noel Neill/Lois Lane Statue
is located at 8th and Market streets
More Info 

George Rogers Clark
overlooks the Ohio River
at Fort Massac State Park

Sixth and Market Streets
618-524-5518

9:00AM – 5:00PM Daily (October – March)

Admission:  $5.00 ages 6 and above  -  Free ages 5 and under.

618-564-2524
Call Winery Tours of Southern Illinois and let them take your group on a tour of the wineries along the Southern Illinois Wine Trail and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.  Several wineries also have restaurants.  For more information visit  www.winerytourssil.com.