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 »

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