Discover the Best Day Trips around the Quad Cities

Looking for fun places near the Quad Cities? QC.LocalDayTrips.com is your local guide to unforgettable adventures across Iowa and Illinois โ€” all within easy driving distance. Plan a spontaneous weekend, a family road trip, or a day away without going far!

๐ŸŽƒ Experience the Quad Citiesโ€™ Scariest Virtual Reality Haunted House!

Donโ€™t miss your chance to step inside a terrifying haunted house โ€” in full virtual reality!
For a limited time, Virtual Ventures is offering this 25-minute horror experience for ONLY $10!

๐Ÿ•“ Walk-in hours: 4โ€“6 PM, starting FRIDAY NIGHTS ONLY
๐Ÿ“ Location: Virtual Ventures, Davenport, IA
โšก No reservations needed โ€” just show up and survive.

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Colonel Davenport House

Step back in time with a visit to the Colonel Davenport House, located on Arsenal Island. This historic landmark offers guided tours and immersive exhibits that highlight early pioneer life and military history in the Mississippi Valley. A perfect stop for history buffs and educational day-trippers alike.

Educational
Indoor
Kid Friendly
Less Than 1 Hour Away
Paid Admission
Seasonal
Colonel Davenport House

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