- The list below includes 25 free or cheap things to do in or near Carbondale, Illinois, including 28 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
 - From Boo Rochman Memorial Park to Brush Hill Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carbondale and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Marion, Cobden and Makanda.
 
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            West Park Lanes is a bowling alley that features synthetic lanes, electronic scoring, and a snack bar with pizza, soft drinks, and snacks. The alley hosts a variety of leagues and tournaments.        
    
    
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            A movie theater multiplex with 14 auditoriums, the Cape West 14 Cine shows a variety of newly released and classic films. The theater features oversized seats in a stadium set-up, and offers a variety of promotions.        
    
    
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            With amenities like stadium seating and RealD 3D technology, Cape West 14 Cine has showings of the latest films on a daily basis. All large popcorn purchased from the concession stand is eligible for free refills.        
    
    
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            In the Garden of the Gods there are plenty of trails, as well as 12 campsites with picnic areas.        
    
    
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            Dixon Spring State Park is an outdoor park which can be a very relaxing holiday destination. The trailer parking facilities are excellent and spacious. It's very calm and beautiful at any time of the year.        
    
    
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            Made out of bronze, Noel Neill statue is a life-sized sculpture commemorating the life of Noel Neill. The statue is surrounded with a brick wall holding plaques with background information about her life.        
    
    
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            There are more than 20,000 items which praise the over 60 year old superhero in the Super Museum. Among the exhibits, in here are toys, posters, comic books, life size models, as well as Christopher Reeve's glasses from the movies.        
    
    
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            Since the city defended by the popular superhero, the city decided to build a Superman Statue, while the fans opened a Superman museum. The local newspaper is called The Metropolis Planet.        
    
    
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            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.        
    
    
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            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.