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Sunrise

Sunrise at the Arsenal

Be at the riverfront before the sun breaks over the horizon, then warm up with breakfast at a historic spot.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 06:41

    Rock Island Arsenal Museum

    Walk to the museum grounds to find a clear view of the west. The sun rises toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the historic grounds before breaking over the river.

  2. 07:26

    Rock Island Arsenal Museum

    Watch the sunrise. The golden light begins around 16:14, but the initial burst of color is best seen in the quiet morning stillness.

  3. 07:56

    Bix Bistro

    Head to Bix Bistro for breakfast. It is open from 6:30 AM, so you can sit down shortly after the sun is up. Try the Cinnamon Brined Iowa Pork Chops.

Local tip

Bix Bistro is located in the Hotel Blackhawk. Check the route if you are not familiar with the area.

Check before you go

  • Bix Bistro opens at 6:30 AM for breakfast.
  • Sunrise on 15 January is at 07:26.

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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