Quad Cities Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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These five cities on the banks of the Mississippi offer smooth jazz and old-fashioned riverboats, attractive waterfronts, contemporary art and thrilling sports.

The Quad Cities are the collective name for five entwined cities and surrounding communities on the Mississippi River covering two states. Davenport and Bettendorf make up the Iowa half and Moline, East Moline and Rock Island are in Illinois. The five cities offer unique experiences but all feature fantastic views of the Mississippi. Discover the cities’ thriving art scenes, catch a baseball match at the local stadium and learn about the area’s fascinating Native American and Civil War heritage.

Davenport and Bettendorf are located in the Quad Cities’ northern half. Find a scenic urban landscape in Davenport, highlighted by the city’s pedestrianized Skybridge. This riverfront footbridge offers fantastic Mississippi River views and is brightly lit by a kaleidoscope of colored lights. See bald eagles fishing from here in the winter. 

Davenport features a thriving artists’ community, supported by the Village of East Davenport, the Figge Art Museum and the Bucktown Centre for the Arts. Enjoy family-friendly fun at the Family Museum of Arts and Science or Splash Landing Aquatic Centre in nearby Bettendorf. See an exciting baseball match at Davenport’s Modern Woodmen Park.

Take an old-fashioned Mississippi River cruise on a paddlewheel boat or luxury riverboat along the Illinois and Iowa border. Cruise past the largest roller dam in the world, Rock Island Arsenal, and the historic home of Colonel Davenport. Many cruises offer lunch, fascinating narration and entertainment, such as a Mississippi-style big band.

Enjoy the warm tones of Mississippi jazz at the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival and Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, held in summer.

On the Illinois side, find the Black Hawk State Historic Site where Native American villages once stood on Rock Island. Today the island houses the world headquarters for well-known farm equipment company John Deere and the Moline iWireless Centre sports and concert arena.

The Quad Cities are connected to several major American cities via the Quad Cities International Airport. Reach the Quad Cities with the Amtrak service to Galesburg, an Illinois city 50 miles (80 kilometres) from Moline. Public transport, major highways and pedestrian footbridges connect the five cities.

Where to stay in Quad Cities

Davenport which includes a river or creek and a city

Downtown Davenport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Davenport, Davenport Skybridge and Rhythm City Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Davenport
Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons
Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons
3.5 out of 5
1415 River Dr, Moline, IL
The price is ₹8,249 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹8,249
₹9,320 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Moline. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,033 reviews)
"Clean, decorated beautifully, quiet"

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Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons
Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline
Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline
2.5 out of 5
101 18th St, Moline, IL
The price is ₹9,127 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹9,127
₹10,402 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Moline. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Ok"

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Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline
Isle Casino Hotel - Bettendorf
Isle Casino Hotel - Bettendorf
3 out of 5
1777 Isle Pkwy, Bettendorf, IA
The price is ₹6,361 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹6,361
₹8,348 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bettendorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing!"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Isle Casino Hotel - Bettendorf
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The Beeman Hotel
The Beeman Hotel
3.5 out of 5
6070 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dallas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,472 reviews)
"Loved the decor! The restaurant was wonderful! The staff was so accommodating! We had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

The Beeman Hotel
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
4 out of 5
8113 Resort Village Drive, Orlando, FL
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in Orlando. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,073 reviews)
Weekender
"Came down for a family outing. Parking at the resort was horrible. Room cleam and enjoyable."

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Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
4 out of 5
659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,842 reviews)
"Vintage. Cool. Needs an on site convenience store and later bar times"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

The Georgian Terrace Hotel
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