Harrah’s Metropolis, Metropolis, Illinois. 100 East Front Street Metropolis, IL 62960 800-929-5905. The Gestapo guards in casino need to be taken outside and taught some manners, 3 Short fat guards in casino, not social distancing, yelled at my wife and I telling us to put up our mask. We are old it takes a few seconds to take a drink and set it down then put up the mask!! Harrah’s Metropolis property includes a hotel with more than 250 rooms and suites, two restaurants and a showroom. You must be 21 years or older to enter the casino. Harrah’s Metropolis Casino and Hotel. Front St., Metropolis, IL 62960; Owner and Operator: Vici Properties and Caesars Entertainment.
| Harrah's Metropolis | |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 East Front St. Metropolis, Illinois 62960 |
| Opening date | 1994; 26 years ago |
| No. of rooms | 252 |
| Total gaming space | 24,269 square feet (2,254.7 m2)[1] |
| Notable restaurants | The Range Steakhouse |
| Casino type | Riverboat |
| Owner | Vici Properties |
| Operating license holder | Caesars Entertainment |
| Previous names | Players Island |
| Coordinates | Coordinates: 37°08′49″N88°44′06″W / 37.146906°N 88.735112°W |
| Website | caesars.com/harrahs-metropolis |
View Harrah's Metropolis Casino's upcoming event schedule and profile - Metropolis, IL. Many events listed here have been canceled or postponed due to the Covid. Come out and play at Harrah’s Metropolis, an impressive escape overlooking the scenic Ohio River in Superman’s hometown. Hit the casino and try your luck with an assortment of slot machines and table games, as well as a vibrant video poker room.
Harrah's Metropolis is a riverboat casino located on the Ohio River in Metropolis, Illinois. It opened in 1994 as Players Island, a joint venture between Players International and show business impresarioMerv Griffin as one of the state's first casinos. The property became part of Harrah's Entertainment (later Caesars Entertainment) with its 2000 acquisition of Players International.[2][3] In October 2017, ownership was transferred to Vici Properties as part of a corporate spin-off, and the property was leased back to Caesars.[4][5]
Harrah's Metropolis includes a casino with more than 800 slot machines and 25 table games, a hotel with 258 rooms, a showroom, and five restaurants.[6]
Metropolis Casino Entertainment
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References[edit]
- ^'Harrah's Metropolis Casino'. Casino City.
- ^Univ. of Nevada-Las Vegas Gaming Abstract: Harrah's Entertainment
- ^Harrahs.com: Corporate historyArchived 2008-01-25 at the Wayback Machine
- ^'Vici Properties Inc., completes spin-off from Caesars Entertainment Operating Company' (Press release). Vici Properties. October 6, 2017 – via NewsBank.
- ^Form 424B4: Prospectus (Report). Vici Properties. February 2, 2018. pp. F-54 – via EDGAR.
- ^Wiesenberg, Michael (1 October 2005). The Ultimate Casino Guide: 1000 Great Casinos from America, Canada and Around the World. Sourcebooks. p. 89. ISBN978-1-4022-0380-0.
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Elijah P. Curtis House
405 Market St.
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
618-524-6919
Built in 1870, upon Major Elijah P. Curtis’ return from the Civil War, the Curtis Home features indigenous woods and stunningly unique architectural elements. Open Saturday and Sunday afternoons or by appointment.Open Saturday and Sunday afternoons or by appointment.Free. Donations are appreciated.
Fort Massac State Park
1308 E. 5th St.
618-524-4712
Fort Massac State Park is Illinois’ First Designated State Park. The nearly 1,500-acre park is perfect for picnics, camping, hiking, fishing, boating, and seasonal hunting programs. The park also has an 18-hole disc golf course. The site is also the host of the Fort Massac Grand Encampment, one of IL’s top historical tourism events, the 3rd weekend of each October.
George Rogers Clark Discovery Trail
1308 E 5th St.
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
618-524-4712
This trail is home to the longest pedestrian bridge in the state of Illinois. The 8.7 mile trail begins at the Superman Statue, winds through the city streets and then through the historic and natural areas inside Ft. Massac State Park. Ride or walk along the path that was once the Illinois Central Railroad as it leads you to Brookport, IL.
Harrah's Metropolis Casino & Hotel
2nd & Ferry Streets
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
618-524-2628
Harrah’s Metropolis Hotel and Casino is a full service casino-entertainment establishment with amenities including three bars, a lounge, Fresh buffet, a world-class restaurant – Bridges Dining Company, and a stage with live entertainment. A recently redesigned single-level casino features slot machines, table game and a new Ace’s Express Dining option.
Free and open seven days a week
Must be 21 or over to enter Casino Area
Kincaid Mounds Archaeological Site
10 miles east of Brookport, IL.
Follow “Ohio River Scenic Byway” Signs
877-424-5025
Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site is a nationally significant Native-American archaeological treasure. From about 800 AD to 1500 AD it was the ‘capital’ of a chiefdom that stretched from Brookport to Hamletsburg along the Ohio River. Today, the mounds still exist and a constructed overlook platform and interpretive panels tell the story of the significant contribution and historical value of the Native American culture.
Mermet Fish & Wildlife Area
U.S. 45, just north of Metropolis
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
618-524-5577
Illinois Department of Natural Resources Mermet Lake Fish & Wildlife Area is a 2680 acre wildlife area where game and nongame species can be observed in their natural environment. The wildlife area has two walking trails, one ADA accessible. Although its primary focus is wildlife/waterfowl, special events can be held on property.
Always Open except closed mid-November to early February for waterfowl season.
Free
Mermet Springs
6724 N. U.S. Highway 45
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
618-527-3483
Mermet Springs is a full service dive site and scuba training facility centered in 8 1/2 acres of water in an abandoned stone quarry. Offering dives from 15-120 feet, the springs also has numerous sunken treasures to explore, including the jet airplane from the movie “US Marshals.”
Super Bowl Family Entertainment Center
1107 E 8th St.
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
618-940-0758
Metropolis Il Casino Entertainment
Super Bowl is a state of the art 16 lane bowling center with a full pro shop, arcade, resturant, and lounge.
Sunday- Thursday 11am to 11pm & Friday & Saturday 11am to 1am
Super Museum & Gift Shop
Harrah's Metropolis Casino Entertainment
Sixth and Market Streets
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
618-524-5518
9:00AM – 6:00PM Daily (April –September)
9:00AM – 5:00PM Daily (October – March)
$5.00 ages 6 and above – Free ages 5 and under.