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One of the more interesting stops we made on our trip up to Illinois was stopping in Metropolis, where the fascinating story of how this town became "Superman's home" - the fictional city of the same name. We had a great time stopping by and checking out the huge statue, and enjoying the little gift shop adjacent. Definitely something we'd recommend for a stop if you're passing through! DC fans and road trippers alike will enjoy stopping by this interesting and unique place!
It is literally what the name says it is. A GIANT statue of Super Man! The town of Metropolis, IL has definitely embraced the Superman style and this statue is the center of it all!!
Worth seeing the 'Man of Steel' and liked how they put the eclipse glasses on him. Went to 1 of the food trucks ( about 5 there) and they were out of food! Parking on street can be challenging but area appeared safe as police presence were there.
"It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a statue of Superman!" Yes, Metropolis Illinois goes straight for it with Superman Square here in the center of the city next to the Superman Store. There is street parking and you can get your selfie with the Man of Steel himself. I was here ten years ago and it hasn't changed now that I'm back. I brought the same tshirt and I've lost a bunch of weight since then. All good. If you plan ahead, you might be able to find the shirt at a Walmart so you can do it properly. There is a spot next to Superman where you can set up your tripod or maybe you'll luck out and someone else will be here to snap your picture. [Review 16298 overall - 98 in Illinois - 1804 of 2021.]
Fun, cheesy little stop in southern Illinois, along the Kentucky border. This isn't a destination or anything, but worth 10 minutes to a half hour or so if its on your way. It's about three easy, flat miles off the interstate. Kitschy photo ops, a souvenir shop, a game and memorabilia shop, and a few small town offerings like antique shops and eateries. Great addition to a road trip in the Midwest or starting toward Route 66.
Great statue in the town square and this is not even the only giant statue in town. I can't think of any better town, or any better spot to put such a figure. I thought it may be at the city limits but I kept driving and following the signs from the interstate and found it in the only other spot that made sense. This is where the bulk of the activity in town is except for harrahs which is just about 5 blocks away on the waterfront. Of course the Superman gift shops , themed stores and even the metropolis museum celebrating the fictional home of superman is just blocks away so make sure to check those out if coming to town during the day.
How cool is this? This is a real life giant superman statue located right on the corner of Illinois. Who's in the city of Metropolis and in the heart of the city is it in a giant Superman's that you were all to see. I mean I think this is awesome cool idea and definitely get people to come to the city to take photos and explore the town.
Seriously who doesn't LOVE SUPERMAN....tall... dark hair and full of muscles.....great little stop and must when your in the area
Very neat! Has a nice fence around it too to help people stay out of the street while they look at it. It's kind of just in the middle of the road. Two little steps to stand on as well to get a good angle. Fun stop on a road trip.
Largest Superman Statue in the world at 13 foot tall and 6000 pounds in bronze.. Can't help but hum the music from the original Superman film of 1978, as we drove up to the statue. I even did the Superman pose, with clenched fists at the hips and knuckles facing forwards (it's kinda of an uncomfortable pose in actuality). It was a fun stop, and wasn't too busy when we parked nearby, so was able to take quite a few pictures. Definitely need someone else to take the photos (selfies won't work), with a small raised platform area in front for the photographer so the picture could include the entire statue without the railings being in the way. As far as I could tell, there is no restrictions on what you can touch and the paint job on the statue was still vibrant, indicating it is still being well maintained. I really liked the face of Superman, not resembling any of the many actors who have played him on TV/movies, but more of an idealized, composite rendition of the classic comic book Man of Steel. There are other nearby photo opportunities (including a photo stand-in where you can put your head on top of a Superman costume), and a retail shop/museum nearby selling superhero themed souvenirs. -- Metropolis, IL was established in 1839, with it becoming a city in 1859. -- In 1972, Illinois named Metropolis as the hometown of Superman -- In 1986, a 7-foot tall fiberglass superman was erected at cost of $1,000, but was unpopular with the locals and got damaged by vandalism and weather -- money was raised from locals to replace it with the current model, at a cost of $120,000. Donor names are on bricks at the base of the statuue. -- Unveiled on June 5, 1993. -- It was repainted every few years for maintenance -- It underwent a complete repaint job in 2020, being sandblasted to the bare bronze and repainted using modern durable paint that will supposedly last 20 years. read more
11 months ago
If you don't stop here while in Metropolis, what are you even doing in this town?? It's right next to the Superman Museum and there are also some thematic murals on an adjacent wall. We were here in late November and Supes was dressed up for Christmas with a Santa hat on. Definitely a fun roadside attraction in Southern Illinois. read more
7 months ago
What a cool place the statue of Superman is awesome it's a must go see place metropolis, Illinois over the Ohio river to cool place plenty of shops nice places to eat quaint little town with Superman read more
One of the more interesting stops we made on our trip up to Illinois was stopping in Metropolis, where the fascinating story of how this town became "Superman's home" - the fictional city of the same name. We had a great time stopping by and checking out the huge statue, and enjoying the little gift shop adjacent. Definitely something we'd recommend for a stop if you're passing through! DC fans and road trippers alike will enjoy stopping by this interesting and unique place! read more
2 years ago
It is literally what the name says it is. A GIANT statue of Super Man! The town of Metropolis, IL has definitely embraced the Superman style and this statue is the center of it all!! read more
3 years ago
Worth seeing the 'Man of Steel' and liked how they put the eclipse glasses on him. Went to 1 of the food trucks ( about 5 there) and they were out of food! Parking on street can be challenging but area appeared safe as police presence were there. read more
"It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a statue of Superman!" Yes, Metropolis Illinois goes straight for it with Superman Square here in the center of the city next to the Superman Store. There is street parking and you can get your selfie with the Man of Steel himself. I was here ten years ago and it hasn't changed now that I'm back. I brought the same tshirt and I've lost a bunch of weight since then. All good. If you plan ahead, you might be able to find the shirt at a Walmart so you can do it properly. There is a spot next to Superman where you can set up your tripod or maybe you'll luck out and someone else will be here to snap your picture. [Review 16298 overall - 98 in Illinois - 1804 of 2021.] read more
Fun, cheesy little stop in southern Illinois, along the Kentucky border. This isn't a destination or anything, but worth 10 minutes to a half hour or so if its on your way. It's about three easy, flat miles off the interstate. Kitschy photo ops, a souvenir shop, a game and memorabilia shop, and a few small town offerings like antique shops and eateries. Great addition to a road trip in the Midwest or starting toward Route 66. read more
2 years ago
Great statue in the town square and this is not even the only giant statue in town. I can't think of any better town, or any better spot to put such a figure. I thought it may be at the city limits but I kept driving and following the signs from the interstate and found it in the only other spot that made sense. This is where the bulk of the activity in town is except for harrahs which is just about 5 blocks away on the waterfront. Of course the Superman gift shops , themed stores and even the metropolis museum celebrating the fictional home of superman is just blocks away so make sure to check those out if coming to town during the day. read more
2 years ago
How cool is this? This is a real life giant superman statue located right on the corner of Illinois. Who's in the city of Metropolis and in the heart of the city is it in a giant Superman's that you were all to see. I mean I think this is awesome cool idea and definitely get people to come to the city to take photos and explore the town. read more
Very neat! Has a nice fence around it too to help people stay out of the street while they look at it. It's kind of just in the middle of the road. Two little steps to stand on as well to get a good angle. Fun stop on a road trip. read more
4 years ago
