Travel Destinations Iowa Top Things to Do in Davenport, Iowa The largest of the Quad Cities on the Iowa-Illinois border makes a convenient stop for travelers along I-80 or I-74. Check out the art museum, catch a baseball game at Modern Woodmen Park and explore the area's German heritage. By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 25, 2022 Photo: Courtesy of Modern Woodmen Park Do Figge Art Museum One gallery is dedicated to Frank Lloyd Wright; another features American artists of the 1920s and 1930s, including Grant Wood. figgeartmuseum.org Freight House Farmers Market Find fresh produce, baked goods and crafts on Saturdays year-round. freighthousefarmersmarket.com Courtesy of the Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau German American Heritage Center Housed in an 1860s hotel where many German immigrants stayed, this center focuses on the immigrants' experiences, as well as the history of the Quad Cities area and German culture. gahc.org Modern Woodmen Park The minor-league Quad Cities River Bandits play at this ballpark where a bounce house, roller coaster, carousel and other rides provide entertainment off the field. milb.com/quad-cities Nahant Marsh A self-guided tour through the marsh introduces you to several types of wetland environments. The educational center hosts events for kids and adults. nahantmarsh.org Putnam Museum. Courtesy of the Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau Putnam Museum and Science Center Get up close to polar bears in the Hall of Mammals or have fun with hands-on experiments in the Science Center. putnam.org Vander Veer Botanical Park Explore a 33-acre park's conservatory, gardens and lagoon. cityofdavenport.com Quad Cities Trip Guide Eat and Drink Boozie's Bar and Grill This restaurant is the perfect spot to discuss your Davenport discoveries. booziesdavenport.com The Machine Shed Stuffed pork chops, pot roast, and creamed chicken and biscuits are among the hearty, from-scratch meals at this farm-theme restaurant. machineshed.com Lagomarcino's Soda Fountain Indulge in hot fudge sundaes, banana splits, ice cream sodas and chocolate-covered toffees at this century-old store. lagomarcinos.com Stay The Current Iowa This boutique hotel opened recently in the 1910 Putnam building. Original artwork in every room and Mississippi River views enhance your stay. thecurrentiowa.com Hotel Blackhawk. Jay Wilde Hotel Blackhawk The refurbished 11-story Hotel Blackhawk blends classic and contemporary styles to create a chic overnight spot downtown. hotelblackhawk.com Doubletree by Hilton A six-story atrium with waterfall fountain anchors this newly renovated hotel downtown, which has 223 guest rooms and a lobby bar. hilton.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit