- The list below includes 27 free or cheap things to do in or near Metropolis, Illinois, including 36 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Statues, Bowling and National & State Parks.
- From Fort Massac State Park to Superman Statue, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Metropolis and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Paducah and Golconda.
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Spread on 135 acres and with a small lake on the grounds, with a small island in it, Bob noble Park also includes the usual amenities, such as playgrounds, an amphitheater, picnic areas, and trails.
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In addition to 32 bowling lanes to play in, Cardinal Lanes has a shoe rental, arcade, concession stand, and more. They have glow bowling on Saturdays where the balls are glow in the dark.
7.8 Miles
Whitehaven is a welcome center with its main two story structure built in the second half of the 19th century. It is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The tour includes the entire house, with explanations about all the antiques inside.
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The National Quilt Museum serves as the world's largest museum devoted to quilts and fiber-based art. Over 320 works of quilt art are featured as part of the main exhibit, and the institution's educational program helps quilters of any skill level.
8.6 Miles
Starting at the city's visitors center, Downtown Paducah Civil War Walking Tour takes visitors on a trip through the region's major Civil War sites. These sites include stops at places where the troops lived, as well as battle sites.
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116 South 6th Street, Paducah, KY 42001
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For those spiritually inclined or for visitors who can appreciate beautiful architecture, stop by the St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. The structure contains beautiful stained glass windows, two gorgeous bell towers, and many other incredible features.
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Kentucky Dam
22 miles upstream from the confluence of the Tennessee River with the Ohio, Paducah, KY
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At 206 feet high, Kentucky Dam provides outdoor activities like walking, jogging, and biking. Visitors can sign up for a group tour of the dam to see how it operates, or simply enjoy views of the reservoir from the top.
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121 South Second Street, Paducah, KY 42001
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Exhibits, photographs, and artifacts combine to make the extensive collections at the William Clark Market House Museum. All the items within the 4,000 square feet exhibition space focus on the complex history of Paducah.
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631 Kentucky Ave., Paducah, KY
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The Lloyd Tilghman House and Civil War Museum is a Greek Revival home that was built in 1852. The confederate general's home is part of the Kentucky Civil War Heritage Trail and remains an important part of the state's history.
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Appreciation for the visual arts and their creation is the focus of the Yeiser Art Center through a variety of exhibits. In addition to the permanent collection, the center holds seven temporary exhibits throughout the year.