Welcome to Metropolis, Illinois

STEP INTO THE HEART
OF METROPOLIS

Welcome to Metropolis, Illinois, where you can explore world-renowned events, outdoor wonders, scrumptious locally-owned eateries, specialty boutiques, and our most famous city resident (we have been the official home of Superman since 1972), Metropolis is the best of small-town America with a twist. Discover all the features that make the Super City so, well, super!

Collage of Metropolis images with "Where to Eat" overlaid

POPULAR ATTRACTIONS

Looking for the place to be on your next trip to Metropolis? Coming to town for an
event and looking to make your stay more comfortable and convenient? Look no further.

Actor playing Superman poses in front of the Superman statue with a young fan

VISIT
SUPERMAN

HARRAH’S
CASINO

FORT MASSAC
STATE PARK

Actor Dean Cain posing in front of the Superman statue

OUR EVENTS

DISCOVER OUR UPCOMING EVENTS

From superhero celebrations to riverfront festivals, Metropolis hosts exciting events year-round. Whether you’re here for the Superman Celebration, local fairs, or live entertainment, there’s always something happening to make your visit memorable!

SEE ALL EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

SUPERMAN CELEBRATION

SUPER CITY BREW FEST

ASA IL PRO/AM CHAMPIONSHIPS

GETTING HERE

Metropolis is located at the southern tip of Illinois, on the border of Kentucky and at the intersection of Interstate 24, US Highway 45, and IL Highway 145. Whatever way you’re coming from, this is how you get here.