Discover the Best Day Trips around the Quad Cities

Looking for fun places near the Quad Cities? QC Day Trips 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 peaceful day away without going far

Grout Museum of History & Science - Iowa Museum - Grout Museum District

Grout Museum of History & Science - Iowa Museum - Grout Museum District

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Putnam Museum & Science Center

Putnam Museum & Science Center

The Putnam Museum & Science Center in Davenport, Iowa is a regional treasure offering hands-on exhibits, giant screen films, and immersive experiences in science, history, and culture. Visitors of all ages can explore everything from ancient civilizations to modern innovation — all under one roof.

🧒 Children’s Museums
🎭 Cultural Centers
🧠 Curiosity Museums
🍿 Drive-In & Indie Movies
🏛️ History Museums
Educational
Food Nearby
Great for Photos
Indoor
Kid Friendly
Large Group Activities
Less Than 1 Hour Away
Paid Admission
Rainy Day Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
John Deere Attractions – Quad Cities

John Deere Attractions – Quad Cities

Explore the legacy of American innovation at John Deere’s Quad Cities attractions. From hands-on exhibits at the John Deere Pavilion to immersive history at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum and the historic Deere family home, these destinations bring agriculture, technology, and Midwest pride to life for visitors of all ages. Addresses (key locations): John Deere Pavilion 1400 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265 Tractor & Engine Museum 500 W. Field Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701 (Note: not in Quad Cities but sometimes mentioned as part of extended visits) Historic Deere Family Home (Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House) 1105 8th St, Moline, IL 61265

🧠 Curiosity Museums
🏰 Historic Landmarks
🏛️ History Museums
Educational
Free Admission
Great for Photos
Indoor
Kid Friendly
Less Than 1 Hour Away
Outdoor
Rainy Day Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History | The University of Iowa

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History | The University of Iowa

Welcome to the University of Iowa Museum of Natural History. Exhibition galleries, educational programming, research collections, and more await at the heart of Iowa City.

🏛️ History Museums