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Immigrant Roots and River Views

Start your afternoon by stepping back into the 1800s, then walk along the Mississippi to watch the river life flow by.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 10:00

    German American Heritage Center

    Explore the German Immigrant Experience exhibit at the German American Heritage Center. The museum opens at 10:00 on weekdays and weekends, so you will be among the first visitors. Walk through the restored hotel rooms and audio-visual stations to understand the journey of the region's early settlers.

  2. 10:45

    Sippi's American Grill & Craft Beer

    Walk six minutes to Sippi's American Grill & Craft Beer for a casual lunch. This spot is ideal for a mid-day meal with its solid bar and grill menu and open atmosphere. Check the hours before you go as they are Mon-Sat 11AM-close.

  3. 11:40

    LeClaire Park

    Take a nine-minute stroll east-southeast to LeClaire Park. This riverfront park is a beloved local spot where you can stroll along the river. Watch for bald eagles fishing in the winter or simply enjoy the view of pleasure boats and barges working the channel.

Local tip

The German American Heritage Center is closed on Sundays before noon. If you visit on a Sunday, plan to arrive at 12:00 instead of 10:00.

Check before you go

  • German American Heritage Center: Tu-Sa 10:00-16:00; Su 12:00-16:00
  • Sippi's American Grill & Craft Beer: Mon-Sat 11AM-close

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Davenport (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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