- 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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The Arboretum at Murray State has a fully accessible horticultural display, public garden, and educational center. Two miles of paths offer visitors a relaxing walk and viewing of diverse plant life in open woodlands, savanna, prairie, forest, and wetlands.
43.8 Miles
Corvette Lanes is a bowling alley that features shoe rentals, 'Glow Bowling', a fully stocked pro shop, a game room, and pool tables. The alley also offers competitive bowling leagues for adults.
44.2 Miles
Originally a trading post, the 21.3 acre Cape Rock Park provides picnic tables and views of the Mississippi River. The park remains underdeveloped in order to keep the natural areas intact.
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6998 - 7000 Giant City Rd, Carbondale, IL 62903
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Attention all Dungeons and Dragons Fans - Boo Rochman Memorial Park is full of medieval delights in an expansive setting. The main castle features various secret passageways while outdoors there is a large dragon to climb on and statues to admire.
44.5 Miles
The Missouri Wall of Fame is a 500 foot-long flood wall on which there are painted 45 local celebrities, whether they were born in the state or they became famous while living here.
44.5 Miles
Commemorating the life and accomplishments of community founder Louis Lorimier, The Red House Interpretive Center is a fixture of downtown Cape Girardeau. It features an exhibit of items from the early 19th century as well as a trading post.
44.6 Miles
The Discovery Playhouse in Cape Girareau, Missouri is a hands-on children's museum. It includes an indoor splash pool and water play area, plus numerous exhibits on topics such as money, telling time, basic geometry, astronomy and chemistry.
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Crisp Museum
518 S. Fountain St, One University Plaza, SE Mo State University, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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Dedicated to Native American history and art, The Crisp Museum is located on the River Campus of Southeast Missouri State University. The museum documents the advanced society of prehistoric stone age mound-building tribes that once dominated central North America.
44.6 Miles
The historic Glenn House is a museum that was established in 1883 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum features many original architectural features such as moldings, wall treatments, and lighting.
44.8 Miles
Built in 1861, the Fort D Historic Site was originally a military fort used during the Civil War. Now a historic landmark, the Fort D Historic Site is a major center of Civil War reenactment exercises.