- 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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8.8 Miles
97%
506 votes
Water St./Jefferson St. to Washington St., Paducah, KY
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Painted during a 5 years period on the town's floodwalls, the Floodwall Murals are an easy way of finding out the town's history while taking a walk.
8.8 Miles
With the Freight House constructed in 1925, the Paducah Railroad Museum was opened in 1996. It displays artifacts concerning the railroad history, including engine and car equipment.
8.8 Miles
The River Heritage Museum displays exhibits artifacts concerning the area and the river, which include ship models, hands-on models, photographs and a professional boating simulator.
9.2 Miles
79%
63 votes
Jefferson St.-Park Ave., 3rd-9th Sts., Paducah, KY
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No less than 47 businesses find their home in the Lowertown Arts District. Galleries and studios, art and home decorations and plenty of other shops are found in here.
10.4 Miles
The Flip Side Skate Shop is a skate store that sells brands including Element, Zero, Plan B, Baker, and Birdhouse. The skate shop sells skateboard accessories including trucks, hats, shirts, wheels, and grip tape.
16.4 Miles
89%
71 votes
9351 U.S. 68 West, Paducah, KY
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Tacky roadside stops are brought back to life with the Historic Apple Valley Roadside Attraction. Unusual folk art is displayed throughout the outdoor garden while the store features over 3,000 historic toys within a working display.
20.3 Miles
Dixon Spring State Park is an outdoor park which can be a very relaxing holiday destination. The trailer parking facilities are excellent and spacious. It's very calm and beautiful at any time of the year.
25.9 Miles
Opening in 2000, as a full-amenities park, the Mike Miller County Park soon became a local favorite. The picturesque park features green rolling hills, picnic areas, lighted tennis and basketball courts, disc golf, playground, sand volleyball and more.
26.6 Miles
Founded in 1988, the Kentucky Opry can now welcome up to 570 people and hosts live music performances and comedy shows.
27.0 Miles
98%
59 votes
7361 US Highway 641 N, Gilbertsville, KY 42044
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A zoo and a mini golf course are combined at the Maggie's Jungle Golf & Jungle Run for a unique experience in the region. Private events can be organized in here.