Location: Moline
Top Things to do in Moline
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Moline (/moʊˈliːn/ moh-LEEN) is a city located in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. With a population of 43,977 in 2010, it is the largest city in Rock Island County. Moline is one of the Quad Cities, along with neighboring East Moline and Rock Island in Illinois and the cities of Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa. The Quad Cities have an estimated population of 381,342. The city is the ninth-most populated city in Illinois outside the Chicago Metropolitan Area. The corporate headquarters of Deere & Company is located in Moline, as was Montgomery Elevator, which was founded and headquartered in Moline until 1997, when it was acquired by Kone Elevator, which has its U.S. Division headquartered in Moline. Quad City International Airport, Niabi Zoo, Black Hawk College, and the Quad Cities campus of Western Illinois University-Quad Cities. Moline is a retail hub for the Illinois Quad Cities, as South Park Mall and numerous big-box shopping plazas are located in the city.
Restaurants in Moline
1. TaxSlayer Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By Beavercowboy - Muscatine, Iowa
No More Mr. Clean......
My buddy and I attended a concert by the Alice Cooper Group on Tuesday, May 13, 2018. The Taxslayer Center is a great venue for concerts. There really are no bad seats! The sound system is crisp snd clear, too. It has good access and a person can move quickly to the exits once sn event is finished. The restrooms are clean, too. It was a great show in a great venue!
2. Figge Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By Don M - Littleton, Colorado
We were very impressed with the lay-out and art. A couple of Picassos, Miro, and other modern masters (not our style but very good) Many Haiti paintings. Five Grant Wood with some memorabilia from Grant Wood's sister, nice old world 15th century Dutch, section on Frank Lloyd Wright, a Moran, a Bierstadt, a Russell.
3. John Deere Harvester Works Factory Tour
Overall Ratings
5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By malleegirl - Swan Hill, Australia
We visited this tour mid August when it was just a few weeks from shutting down for the off season so not all areas were operational & they were cleaning up some areas. However, what we did see was great. Good to see how a harvester starts with a sheet of metal and finishes with a "fully grown machine". After a short film, we were loaded onto 'touring trailers' (for want of a better word), and toured around the factory, with headphones and safety glasses, passing through the assembly and painting areas. For ages 13 and up, I think they said, and as you are taken around on the cart, it is suitable for those unable to walk with ease. Except for the paint area where the painting is viewed from an upstairs platform. Highly recommended but I suggest visiting before August before they start shutting some parts down for the off-time. They start up again in November. There is a small shop for John Deere product purchases but a better range can be found at the Pavilion. Recommended.
4. Family Museum of Arts and Science
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Exploration is encouraged at this museum.
Reviewed By jeax2 - Peoria, Illinois
From the outside it doesn't look like much, but it was so much fun! So much to do for the little ones (we had a 3yo, 5yo, and 9yo with us), we stayed for hours and they were sad to leave. A big favorite was the combine simulator, and another was the Big-esque step piano. They even have a nice-sized outdoor play area in the back. We will definitely return in the summer when the sprinklers are on.
Great way to spend the day!
5. Jumer's Casino Rock Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
There’s no better place for nonstop gaming action and luxurious amenities than this Illinois Casino & Hotel. Jumer’s Casino and Hotel is equipped with the best in slots, table games, world-class hotel accommodations, amenities and dining. Jumer's amenities include a full service salon and day spa, four restaurants, gift shop, pool, fitness center and so much more! So, plan your visit to Jumer’s Casino and Hotel resort today. Your greatest Illinois gaming adventure awaits you!Recently Added: Aqua Driving Range with Floating Green.
Reviewed By LTCSPG - Davenport, Iowa
Beautiful building, lovely setting, great parking ---- But don't go to eat. First you have to walk about 100 yards through the casino to even find the restaurant. Then well the buffet was worth about $5. Food bins empty. Meat cold. And the fruit dumped out of the package into the serving bowls without being washed.
6. Niabi Zoo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By lindaha324
This zoo has grown & improved so much since we used to take our young children there 30 years ago. Now we take our grandchildren & they love it. It isn't a huge zoo so it isn't overwhelming for little ones. Exhibits are well done & the animals look well cared for. Our grandsons especially enjoyed the monkeys & giraffes.
7. Rock Island Arsenal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, America's largest government-owned arsenal is located on a 946-acre island in the Mississippi River.
Reviewed By Malachi - Wheatland, CA
This is where my family is buried, as all have served since the Civil War. This will be my eternal resting place too someday.
My grandfather, Waldo Goetsch, was it's Superintendent. There is a beautiful Confederate Cemetary to honor the PWO's who died here in captivity. We are one Nation under God, indivisible...
8. Vander Veer Botanical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By t0nylist0n - Davenport, Iowa
This park and conservatory is an interesting place year round and provides some interesting botanical exhibits. Regardless of the season, there is almost always a flowering plant. The place is great for weddings and receptions, and the staff is easy to work with!
9. Rock Island Arsenal Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Malachi - Wheatland, CA
This museum showcases the history of the Arsenal and the armaments it has produced over the years.
Its a working Army Command, so security is tight and requires a background check and residency in the US. My Vietnamese wife could not enter when we first visited last year before our marriage because she was traveling on a tourist visa. We returned this year after our marriage and with her green card and she had no problem getting on base. Clearances are issued for one year.
10. The Putnam Museum & Science Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
The Putnam is a place where people connect with history and ideas by doing, making and experiencing. Our classes and special events are a great complement to our hands-on exhibit galleries. There is always something new to discover and something for everyone at the Putnam.
Reviewed By EffieRose - QCA
Great exhibits for kids to use their fine and large motor skills. Exhibits are a little too advanced for toddlers and early elementary though there are activities within each exhibit for smaller children to participate and learn. The vacuum tubes and scarves had our grandsons entranced for 30 minutes plus! The dress up and play Indian village is great fun as is the tall tree house.
Of course, everyone must go to the lower level to see mummies and sarcophagus - as interesting now as it was 40 years ago
We remember the building when it was Davenport Art Gallery. It is great to see this wonderful space utilized by exhibits allowing room for large or small tours.
Whether visiting the Quad Cities or a resident, there are interesting exhibits for young and young at heart.
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