Free tours of Victorian era home with unique features. includes Civil War memorabilia and period…read moreappropriate furnishings. Located one block from the Court House opposite side from the Superman statue.

This is a neat statue landmark to see you while you were in Metropolis. This is a statue of the…read morewoman that played Lois Lane in the superman TV show. It is located about three blocks down from the big giant superman statue. It is definitely worth seeing if you'd like to explore while you are there

Well, it's free. While in Metropolis checking out tourist attractions (like the Superman-related…read morestuff), check out the Noel Neill Statue, just 3 blocks down from the Superman statue. Not too far of a walk for most people! It's a great photo opportunity for any Superman/Neill fan. The statue was dedicated on June 15, 2010. I don't know if Neill herself was in attendance at the unveiling, but she did feel honored to be memorialized. For those that don't know, Neill played Lois Lane on the 50's Adventures of Superman TV series, as well as appearing in other Superman-related projects. As the plaque in front reads, "Neill had acted in almost 100 movies..", but she was mostly known for her signature role. That role has given her the title, "The First Lady of Metropolis". Don't miss this unique roadside attraction, as you might as well get the full Superman/Lois Lane package!

This site is a hop skip and a jump away from Wickliffe Mounds if you are passing through Paducah,…read moreKY. Cross the bridge into Illinois and take a brief excursion through river flood plain to see this site. It is quite impressive even if you are observing the mounds (respectfully) from a distance. I was moved by these features. To think what people accomplished at this site nearly a thousand years ago. Absolutely astonishing to behold. The size of these mounds is amazing.

To be honest, there really isn't that much to see. Unless you are an Ancient World History…read moreenthusiast, you may find this fascinating. It is very interesting that at one point in the past, this was an actual city. The land where the site stands today was once a major trading post on the Ohio River. If you're looking for something spectacular in sight, this probably won't be for you. There are signs and plaques that tell the story, as well as showing what was believed to have existed at the time, but not very much else. The public is not allowed near or on the mounds. Speaking of which, they really weren't that attractive as they looked like their grass hasn't been cut in years. Maybe it is intentional, for all I know. The site is very tricky to get to. The best way to get there is from Brookport, Illinois. You'll see a sign for Kincaid Mounds as you're going onto Unionville Road. It is probably ten miles from the town. Once you pass the small village of Unionville, you'll know you are getting close and follow the signs. The roads are uneven, as there are no paved roads (just dirt and rocky roads) getting to the mounds.

I'm a pretty big fan of off-the-wall, random attractions in the middle of nowhere. The Super Museum…read morefalls perfectly in that category! Know ahead of time that Metropolis, IL is cute and charming as heck. But besides this, there is pretty much nothing else to do besides Harrah's Casino, so I'd recommend it more as a road trip stop rather than spending a weekend here. You can easily be in and out within 2 hours max. The Super Museum, however, was a LOT more than I expected! This collection of Superman memorabilia is insane, and has so many pieces that are decades old, from many of the films, and some random, quirky stuff. The tickets were only about 8 bucks and you can spend as long as you'd like in there. They've got a pretty awesome gift shop, too! This is a really neat attraction to stop at if you're driving through Southern Illinois!

I was really excited to finally visit the Superman Museum in Metropolis, but the experience left me…read morefeeling pretty let down. In their defense, it was a Sunday afternoon and most things in town were closed -- which is understandable -- but the museum itself was open. I stepped into the gift shop first and immediately felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of Superman merchandise. Don't get me wrong, I'm a big Superman fan, but most of it felt like stuff I could easily find online. After wandering around the shop for a bit, I honestly lost interest and never even bought a ticket to see the actual museum exhibits. The town itself does have some nice touches -- there are several cool murals and statues scattered around, which were highlights. Unfortunately, the place felt like a bit of a ghost town that day, which made the whole experience fall flat. I'll probably give it another shot during their annual fair or on a weekday when more is open, but it'll be a while before I make the trip back. If you're a huge Superman fan, it might still be worth checking out, but manage your expectations -- especially if visiting on a Sunday afternoon. ----UPDATE---- After the staff reached out, I decided to bump up my review. Their passion for the museum really came through and I appreciated the response. As a huge Superman fan who grew up watching the original Christopher Reeve movies in theaters and collecting the classic TV shows, I expected something a little different. I'll definitely visit again on a weekday -- I'm sure the experience will be much better when I skip the gift shop and go straight into the museum. The gift shop was well stocked, but I personally wasn't looking to add more items to my collection. I mainly wanted to see old props, costumes, and classic collectible from the shows/movies and old toys.

What's more patriotic the TRUTH, JUSTICE and the AMERICAN WAY?…read more If you are traveling in past Metropolis you simply have to go visit the man if steel.....faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive....it's SUPERMAN!

A family-friendly, open-air convention and gathering for film buffs, devotees, and admirers of all…read morethings Superman and the DC Comics universe. The Metropolis Chamber of Commerce administrates and hosts Superman Celebration each year. It is comprised of local and city-affiliated businesses and staffed with volunteers.

long after making landfall in the land of Lincoln an untidy and unassuming strip of gravel fronts…read moreroute 45. along this shady slip sits a weathered plaque describing in brief the history of the here to which you have got, with license and apologies "Just About as Far West Virginia as You Can Get" pasturage on all sides, several horses prancing about, a pole barn on a lane across the way, and a bit of history in the country side; sometimes it is enough.

The old bridge is a scary fun link between Paducah, KY and southern Illinois on Highway 45…read more Interstates will get you there quicker--unless you pull behind an accident, road construction, or other delay that causes a long backup. It was I-24 road construction and miles long standstill traffic that led me to Cobb as a detour. The old bridge's metal grid deck surface causes a car to shimmy a bit. The two thin lanes, steep incline to the middle, and close oncoming traffic make the 1+ mile traverse across the Ohio River a bit hair-raising for drivers. Passengers, however, might enjoy the broad side views and river traffic going up and down the Ohio.

I drove across with a class C RV which is way too big for this bridge. However, I did NOT see a…read moresign that limits the size or type of vehicle to cross. I won't ever make that mistake again of driving over as I didn't retract the ride side mirror arm and thus it got smashed in and shattered. Luckily nothing else broke. After that incident, I kept driving on the median line. It's a beautiful bridge nevertheless!

This marker is located in a small highway pullout on the south side of the bridge. It points out…read moresome of the history that helps explain how this area came to be part of the United States. Because there was a time that this country wasn't "sea to shining sea." It reads, "8,500 square mile area, former tribal lands of Chickasaw Indians. United States paid $300,000 for tract in 1818 after negotiations by General Andrew Jackson and Governor Isaac Shelby. Bordered by Tennessee, Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, now comprises Kentucky's eight and Tennessee's twenty westernmost counties." Marker number 1006 was erected by the Kentucky Historical Commission. [Review 1235 of 2024 - 266 in Kentucky - 22258 overall]

I am giving a 3-star because it is a brilliant idea, a beautiful building, and a well-maintained…read morespot but there is literally no visitor information available. I understand why they do not want the small building open but I would have assumed some outdoor brochure holders full of maps, lists of special events, or resources for how to find out more information. My first thought was that if they were worried about theft or vandalism to put up a poster in the window with a QR code on it - that way anyone with a smart phone (so, the majority of Americans at this point) could at least be directed to online resources (especially maps). We watched an amazing team of older women (presumably volunteers) lovingly decorate the spot for Christmas but this does make me think that digital support may not be on their radar. I would love to see the development of online scavenger hunts or other interactive tools. They could be created and maintained with little to no effort. I was here almost a year ago as well so I know that the lack of visitor materials is a pattern. I really hope to see this change and am looking forward to the growth of this AMAZING spot!