- Our list of the best things to do in Metropolis, Illinois, features the top 32 nearby activities — including 10 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Metropolis, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 8 things to do within the city of Metropolis, IL , followed by 24 popular activities in nearby cities, including Paducah and Golconda
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8.7 Miles
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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.
8.7 Miles
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.
8.8 Miles
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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.
8.8 Miles
With five productions per season, Market House Theatre showcases the talent of local actors and entertainers. The theater offers select family oriented plays that cover fairy tales and book adaptations.
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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.
10.2 Miles
Kentucky-made wines are the speciality at Purple Toad Winery, with varieties ranging from sweet to dry. Guests enjoy fruit wines made from blackberries and strawberries and Kentucky-made cheeses. Free tastings are offered. Open Monday through Saturday.
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.
12.9 Miles
Founded in 2004, Glissons Vineyard & Winery is a location that produces a variety of red and white wines. In addition to wine tasting, the winery also has live music nights and small food options.