Hotels in Metropolis, Illinois

A little about Metropolis...

Metropolis is a city located along the Ohio River in Massac County, Illinois, in the United States. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 6,482. It is the county seat of Massac County.

On January 21, 1972 DC Comics declared Metropolis "Hometown of Superman". On June 9, 1972 the Illinois State Legislature passed Resolution 572 that declared Metropolis the "Hometown of Superman," the comic book superhero who is based in the fictional city of Metropolis. The real city celebrates its "local hero" in every possible way that it can. Among the ways it celebrates the character are a large Superman statue in the city, a small Superman museum, and an annual Superman festival that is in June.

Metropolis is located at 37.153332, -88.725374. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 13.1 km² (5.1 mi²). 13.0 km² (5.0 mi²) of it is land and 0.2 km² (0.1 mi²) of it (1.18%) is water.

Parks, Recreation & Tourism:
Washington Park Gazebo - Washington Park may be reserved for wedding ceremonies, pictures and other appropriate group activities. Reservations are on a first-come first-serve basis. There is no fee for reservations.

Tourism Plan - Marina, Town Center Fountain Plaza, Ferry Street Promenade, Community Center & Museum Store, Children's Playground Community Park, and Marina Entry Monument.

Harrah's Metropolis Casino - Located in beautiful southern Illinois on the picturesque Ohio River, Harrah's Metropolis brings the pulse-pounding excitement of Las Vegas straight to you with 258 premier rooms, exceptional dining, live entertainment and a vibrant casino floor. Harrah's Metropolis features a total of 252 Deluxe and Premium rooms and 6 Luxury Suites, making it the best place to stay and play!

Experience the scenic splendor of Southern Illinois with plenty of outdoor fun and time-telling events at Fort Massac State Park. Overlooking the mighty Ohio River from the southern tip of Illinois, this majestic location has been preserved and maintained since 1908, when it became Illinois’ first state park.