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 — all within easy driving distance. Plan a spontaneous weekend, a family road trip, or a day away without going far!

Home
Ecdysiast Arts Museum

Ecdysiast Arts Museum

Experience burlesque history and live performance at Davenport’s Ecdysiast Arts Museum. Founded by American Pickers star Dannie Diesel, it features rare vintage costumes, museum tours, and edgy burlesque shows in an intimate 21+ setting downtown.

🌙 Nightlife & 21+

Adult Only

Indoor

Less Than 1 Hour Away

Visit Website

322 Brady St. davenport, ia 52801

google maps embed

Similar listings in category

Mississippi River Distilling Company

Sip local flavor with a side of riverfront charm at Mississippi River Distilling Company in Le Claire, IA. This award-winning micro-distillery crafts small-batch spirits using locally sourced grains and offers immersive tasting experiences, tours, and seasonal events. Whether you're lounging on the rooftop patio or browsing the retail shop filled with Midwest-made goodies, it's a flavorful escape perfect for date nights, road trips, or a leisurely weekend visit.

Adult Only

Food Nearby

Indoor

Large Group Activities

Paid Admission

Scenic Views

Blaum Bros. Distilling Co.

Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. in Galena, Illinois offers a behind-the-scenes look at small-batch spirits crafted with local pride. Visitors can tour the production floor, sample whiskey, gin, and vodka in the tasting room, and relax with a cocktail in a vibrant lounge space. It’s a must-visit destination for spirit lovers and anyone curious about the distilling process—all set in a welcoming, rustic-chic atmosphere just outside downtown Galena.