Location: Rock Island
Top Things to do in Rock Island
What to do and see in Rock Island, Illinois (IL): The Best Free Things to do
Rock Island is a city in and the county seat of Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. The original Rock Island, from which the city name is derived, is the largest island on the Mississippi River. It is now called Arsenal Island. The population was 39,018 at the 2010 census. Located on the Mississippi River, it is one of the Quad Cities, along with neighboring Moline, East Moline, and the Iowa cities of Davenport and Bettendorf. The Quad Cities has a population of about 380,000. The city is home to Rock Island Arsenal, the largest government-owned weapons manufacturing arsenal in the US, which employs 6,000 people.
Restaurants in Rock Island
1. Backwater Gamblers Water Ski Show
2. Rock Island Arsenal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 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 jandsminerals - Brown Deer, United States
The check-in process was fairly quick, however,it was the middle of the week. Hubby was stationed at the arsenal 50 years ago and we always wanted to go back to visit and did just that this summer. There is a lot of history on the island. There are two cemeteries on the island. The National Cemetery was not only beautiful, but the displays were interesting to just walk through. There was also a confederate cemetery dating back to the civil war. We were able to drive most places on the island and really enjoyed the views of the Mississippi River. Some of the old buildings were absolutely beautiful including quarters #1 which we understand is the 2nd largest government owned residence behind the White House. If traveling in the area, it is worth a few hours to look around. There is also an area devoted to old artillery that is kept up beautifully. On our visit there was a young man actually repainting the old tanks.
3. Jumer's Casino Rock Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,063 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 T698CNdavidb
Clean non smoking wide selection of plays friendly great rooms good food great steak house gifts good selection on comps
4. Atomic Cannon
5. Mississippi River Lock and Dam No. 16
6. Rock Island Arsenal Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
The Rock Island Arsenal Museum is the Army’s second oldest museum. It first opened to the public on July 4, 1905. The museum tells the story of Rock Island Arsenal and Arsenal Island from the establishment of Fort Armstrong in 1816 to today. Among the museum's highlights is its firearms collection. Consisting of more than 1200 military and civilian firearms, the collection is one of the most unique in the country. Visitors can see a wall-gun from the American Revolution, rifles from the Little Bighorn Battlefield and Custer’s last stand, and experiment firearms from Rock Island Arsenal’s Rodman Laboratories. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from Noon to 4:00pm
Reviewed By 567arisl
Unbelievable amounts of guns! Any gun and military enthusiast would enjoy their time here! The amount of information on all the weaponry there is very extensive
7. Icons Martini Bar
8. Sunset Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 15 reviews
