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ITINERARY
3h 4m164 miles29 stops
1
The Lift
2
4th Street
3
West End Architectural Salvage
4
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
The Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates - home of The World Food Prize - is a public museum, educational facility and a place of inspiration for all. This magnificently restored Beaux Arts space celebrates the spirit of giving, emphasizing the importance of global food security.
5
Brenton Skating Plaza
6
Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens
7
Capitol Building
8
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Open to visitors since September 2009, the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park features artwork by 22 of the world's most celebrated artists. The 4.4 Acre park, located within a major crossroads of the urban grid, creates a pedestrian friendly entranceway to downtown Des Moines. This accessible setting, coupled with the skilled landscape design and caliber of the art, makes it unlike any other sculpture park in the United States. The Pappajohns' contribution of 28 works for the park is the most significant donation of artwork ever made to the Des Moines Art Center.
9
Iowa State Fairgrounds
For 11 days in August, it’s a fairground, but for the other 354 days of the year, the Iowa State Fairgrounds is home to auto shows, livestock exhibitions, flea markets, antique shows, concerts, trade shows and more. See what’s happening this month at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
10
Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center
11
Brown's Woods
12
Fitness Sports
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
13
Dragon's Lair Family Adventure Center
Immerse yourself in your favorite video game for real. Play classic games like capture the flag, defuse the bomb and VIP. To name a few of our ever growing selection of games. Test out our realistic weapons and wireless sensors. They will put you in the middle of the action. Come and experience the Lair.
14
Credit Island
15
German American Heritage Center
16
The River's Edge
17
Freight House Farmers Market
18
Abernathy's
19
1 Hundred West
1 Hundred West, in Davenport, IA, is the leading bar and grille serving Davenport and surrounding areas. We offer craft cocktails and a supper club inspired menu, along with drink specials, nightly features, wings, burgers, beer, family-style chicken fry, ribs, signature drinks, all you can eat fish fry and much more. For your next meal, visit 1 Hundred West in Davenport.
20
Endless Brews
We are a bottle shop & craft beer bar with 20 taps and over 300 select bottles and cans for carry-out.
21
Bix Beiderbecke Museum & Archive
22
River Music Experience
23
Palmer Family and Chiropractic History Museum
The Palmer Family and History Museum, located in Vickie Anne Palmer Hall, is open for viewing Monday through Friday from 8am-4:30pm by appointment. Tours of the museum are self guided and brochures detailing all exhibits are in the main lobby.
24
The Office Cocktail Bar & Lounge
25
Quad Cities Symphony Orchestra
26
Chocolate Manor
27
Adler Theatre
28
Bowlmor Lanes
29
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cathedral Complex
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OVERVIEW
Des Moines to Davenport
1
Start:The Lift
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(8) review
222 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309-2206
2
Start:4th Street
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(8) review
4th Street, Des Moines, IA
3
Start:West End Architectural Salvage
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(71) review
22 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50309-4310
4
Start:World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(81) review
The Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates - home of The World Food Prize - is a public museum, educational facility and a place of inspiration for all. This magnificently restored Beaux Arts space celebrates the spirit of giving, emphasizing the importance of global food security.
5
Start:Brenton Skating Plaza
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
520 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309-1824
6
Start:Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.0
(73) review
Robert D. Ray Asian Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309
7
Start:Capitol Building
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(890) review
1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319-1001
8
Start:Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(739) review
Open to visitors since September 2009, the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park features artwork by 22 of the world's most celebrated artists. The 4.4 Acre park, located within a major crossroads of the urban grid, creates a pedestrian friendly entranceway to downtown Des Moines. This accessible setting, coupled with the skilled landscape design and caliber of the art, makes it unlike any other sculpture park in the United States. The Pappajohns' contribution of 28 works for the park is the most significant donation of artwork ever made to the Des Moines Art Center.
9
Start:Iowa State Fairgrounds
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(882) review
For 11 days in August, it’s a fairground, but for the other 354 days of the year, the Iowa State Fairgrounds is home to auto shows, livestock exhibitions, flea markets, antique shows, concerts, trade shows and more. See what’s happening this month at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
10
Start:Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.0
(8) review
75 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315-5866
11
Start:Brown's Woods
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(7) review
Brown's Woods Drive, Des Moines, IA 50265
12
Start:Fitness Sports
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(9) review
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
13
Start:Dragon's Lair Family Adventure Center
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
4.5
(8) review
Immerse yourself in your favorite video game for real. Play classic games like capture the flag, defuse the bomb and VIP. To name a few of our ever growing selection of games. Test out our realistic weapons and wireless sensors. They will put you in the middle of the action. Come and experience the Lair.
14
Start:Credit Island
Davenport, Iowa·
3.5
(67) review
2200 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52802-2833
15
Start:German American Heritage Center
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(84) review
712 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52802-1410
16
Start:The River's Edge
Davenport, Iowa·
3.0
(5) review
700 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52802-1405
17
Start:Freight House Farmers Market
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(75) review
421 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52801-1136
18
Start:Abernathy's
Davenport, Iowa·
5.0
(6) review
432 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801-1135
19
Start:1 Hundred West
Davenport, Iowa·
4.0
(8) review
1 Hundred West, in Davenport, IA, is the leading bar and grille serving Davenport and surrounding areas. We offer craft cocktails and a supper club inspired menu, along with drink specials, nightly features, wings, burgers, beer, family-style chicken fry, ribs, signature drinks, all you can eat fish fry and much more. For your next meal, visit 1 Hundred West in Davenport.
20
Start:Endless Brews
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
We are a bottle shop & craft beer bar with 20 taps and over 300 select bottles and cans for carry-out.
21
Start:Bix Beiderbecke Museum & Archive
Davenport, Iowa·
5.0
(8) review
129 N Main St Red Stone Building, Corner of Main and Second Streets, Davenport, IA 52801
22
Start:River Music Experience
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(7) review
129 N Main St, Davenport, IA 52801-1808
23
Start:Palmer Family and Chiropractic History Museum
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(5) review
The Palmer Family and History Museum, located in Vickie Anne Palmer Hall, is open for viewing Monday through Friday from 8am-4:30pm by appointment. Tours of the museum are self guided and brochures detailing all exhibits are in the main lobby.
24
Start:The Office Cocktail Bar & Lounge
Davenport, Iowa·
4.0
(7) review
116 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801-1401
25
Start:Quad Cities Symphony Orchestra
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(8) review
327 Brady St, Davenport, IA 52801-1508
26
Start:Chocolate Manor
Davenport, Iowa·
5.0
(71) review
110 E 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801-1502
27
Start:Adler Theatre
Davenport, Iowa·
4.0
(50) review
136 E 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801-1505
28
Start:Bowlmor Lanes
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(4) review
2952 Brady St, Davenport, IA 52803-1617
29
Start:Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cathedral Complex
Davenport, Iowa·
5.0
(5) review
422 E 10th St, Davenport, IA 52803-5416
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What's the driving distance between Des Moines and Davenport?
The distance is 164 miles
What's the travel time between Des Moines and Davenport?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 3h 4m mins in normal traffic
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