Davenport · Scott County, IA

Arts & Culture in Davenport

Scout analyzed 69 Davenport places and surfaced the ones that actually fit arts & culture.

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Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

2.5 hr

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Davenport Downtown Art & River Afternoon

Spend a cultured afternoon exploring the impressive Figge Art Museum in Downtown Davenport, home to diverse art collections. Afterwards, enjoy a casual and delicious lunch at a local spot, followed by a relaxing walk along the Mississippi River at Centennial Park to round off your day.

Downtown Davenport Theater Date Night

Begin your evening with a classic cocktail at a downtown bistro before heading to the historic Adler Theatre for a captivating performance. Conclude your date with an intimate dinner in a long-running, candlelit restaurant.

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Downtown Davenport

RiverCenter

The RiverCenter is suitable for attending various ticketed events like concerts or shows. It can be a destination for a special evening out, potentially preceded by dinner, with event lengths typically ranging from 2-3 hours and costs varying by event.

ArtsLive musicSocial

$25–$75 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking

Arts & Culture

Putnam Museum and Science Center

The Putnam Museum is a good 3-hour family outing for learning about history and science, especially on a weekend or during bad weather. Expect to spend $10-25 per person on admission and perhaps a snack.

ArtsHistoryAnimals

$10–$25 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

Arts & Culture

Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse

Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse is ideal for an evening out, combining a meal with a live show. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $75-$125 per person on tickets and dining.

Live musicArtsHistory

$75–$125 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Arts & Culture

Mississippi Valley Fair

The Mississippi Valley Fair is a multi-hour family outing, offering rides, animal exhibits, and various food options. Expect a significant walk and moderate costs per person, typically around $25-$75 including admission and activities.

AnimalsFoodLive music

$25–$75 typical4 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown Davenport

Figge Art Museum

The Figge Art Museum is a good 1.5-hour indoor activity for a relaxed afternoon, suitable for families or solo visitors. Expect to spend $10-15 per person on admission.

ArtsHistoryRelaxed

$10–$15 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

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The Rust Belt

The Rust Belt is a dedicated live music venue good for an evening out to see a show. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and between $35-$100 per person, factoring in a ticket and a few drinks.

Live musicSocialAdventurous

$35–$100 typical3 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown Davenport

Adler Theatre

The Adler Theatre is suitable for an evening out to see a show, concert, or comedian, often pairing well with a pre-show dinner. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and tickets typically range from $50 to $200 per person.

Live musicArtsUpscale

$50–$200 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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John Deere Pavilion

The John Deere Pavilion is a free, interactive museum good for a 1-2 hour visit, especially with kids or those interested in agriculture and machinery. It pairs well with other local Moline attractions or as a break during a road trip.

ArtsHistoryOutdoors

$0 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

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Family Museum

This museum is good for a 2-3 hour family outing, especially with younger children, focusing on interactive exhibits. Expect to spend about $10-20 per person on admission.

ArtsAnimalsPlayful

$10–$20 typical2 hr visiteasy parking