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!

🎃 Experience the Quad Cities’ Scariest Virtual Reality Haunted House!

Don’t miss your chance to step inside a terrifying haunted house — in full virtual reality!
For a limited time, Virtual Ventures is offering this 25-minute horror experience for ONLY $10!

🕓 Walk-in hours: 4–6 PM, starting FRIDAY NIGHTS ONLY
📍 Location: Virtual Ventures, Davenport, IA
No reservations needed — just show up and survive.

👻 Learn More on Booking Site »

Spa Packages – Exotic Escape Spa and Salon in Davenport, IA

Get the best deals and discounts from the spa packages of Exotic Escape Spa and Salon in Davenport, IA. Couples can unwind with various packages—from full-body massages to facials and pedicures. The “Serenity” and “Ultimate Escape” are popular among couples.

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