Things to Do with Kids in Carbondale, IL

  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Carbondale, Illinois, including 14 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Marion, Makanda and Cobden.
  • From Science Center Of Southern Illinois to SIU Arena, the Carbondale area offers 30 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • Carbondale lies along the northern edge of the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. Railroad constructed helped to found the town in the mid-1800s, which is still reflected through preserved railroad stations and a museum. A lively entertainment center also caters to many young adults due to the presence of the main campus of Southern Illinois University.
  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Carbondale, Illinois, including 14 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Marion, Makanda and Cobden.
  • From Science Center Of Southern Illinois to SIU Arena, the Carbondale area offers 30 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • Carbondale lies along the northern edge of the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. Railroad constructed helped to found the town in the mid-1800s, which is still reflected through preserved railroad stations and a museum. A lively entertainment center also caters to many young adults due to the presence of the main campus of Southern Illinois University.
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47.8 Miles
79% 19 votes
Specialty Museums 611 Market Street, Metropolis, IL 62960 MoreLess Info
Found in Superman's home town, the Super Museum & Souvenir Store is a museum based on the various portrayals of Superman. The main attraction of the museum is an over 20,000 item collection of Superman memorabilia.
47.9 Miles
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Bowling PO Box 747, Metropolis, IL 62960 MoreLess Info
Featuring 16 lanes, SuperBowl Family Entertainment Center offers open bowling with shoe rental and a pro shop. The center features arcade games, a pool room, darts, casino gaming, a full service kitchen and a cocktail lounge.
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Specialty Museums 108 W 3rd Street, Metropolis, IL 62960 MoreLess Info
Visitors can explore a museum dedicated to Superman that features over 20000 memorabilia items at Hambrick Jim. The museum is the life's work of longtime collector and Superman fan Jim Hambrick.
48.3 Miles
90% 30 votes
History Museums 125 S. Main St., Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670 MoreLess Info
The story of New France is put on display at the Bolduc House Museum which covers history of the land controlled by France and Spain before the Louisiana Purchase. Displays include an 18th century French kitchen garden and the vertical log house from 1792.
48.3 Miles
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History Museums 123 S Main Street, Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670 MoreLess Info
As a historic home, Bolduc House was used by early French Colonial settlers of Missouri after the Louisiana Purchase. Today, the house hosts workshops for colonial skills such as weaving, looming, and more.
48.4 Miles
93% 29 votes
Historic Homes 198 Merchant St., Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670 MoreLess Info
The French-inspired Felix Valle House State Historic Site is locate in Sainte Germaine, Missouri. There are several other homes on the Site, and several are available for tours. This attraction clearly demonstrates the interaction of French and emerging American aesthetics.
48.6 Miles
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History Museums Merchant & Du Bourg, Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670 MoreLess Info
Having been around since 1935, Saint Genevieve Museum is home to many artifacts from the early years. This includes memorabilia marking important dates in the town's history along with weapons, documents and items from the salt industry.
48.7 Miles
81% 109 votes
National & State Parks 1308 East 5th Street, Metropolis, IL 62960 MoreLess Info
Established in 1908, the Fort Massac State Park covers 1,450 acres and is suited for camping, picnicking, small game hunting, hiking, and boating.
49.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 21390 Hwy 32, Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670 MoreLess Info
A county owned and maintained health and fitness facility, the Ste Genevieve County Community Center offers a variety of amenities. The facility has a large aquatic area with pools, a basketball court, and a variety of exercise equipment.
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