Rock Island

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Rock Island is one of the Quad Cities in Western Illinois.

Rock Island Halal Travel Guide

Rock Island is the county seat of Rock Island County, Illinois, United States, with a population of 39,018 in 2010. It is one of the Quad Cities, along with neighboring Moline and East Moline in Illinois and the cities of Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa. The city was the site of one of the largest Native American villages in the 18th and early 19th centuries. The first railroad bridge across the Mississippi River was built between Arsenal Island and Davenport in 1856. Lock and Dam No. 15, completed in 1934 as a federal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project during the Great Depression, is the largest roller dam in the world.

Visitor information

• Rock Island - The District | 226 17th St., Suite 11 ☎ +1 317 277-0937 ext 118 | Opening Hours: Summer hours: Monday to Friday 9AM Monday - 5PM, Saturday 9AM Monday - 4PM; Winter hours: Monday to Friday 10AM Monday - 4PM, Saturday seasonal - Extended hours for special events A full-service visitor center and gift shop that offers visitor information, maps, gifts, souvenirs, postcards, locally-made food, and Quad Cities merchandise.

• Moline - Quad City International Airport | 2200 69th Ave. ☎ +1 309 757-1773 | Opening Hours: Staffed: Monday - Thursday 8AM Monday - 4:30PM; Doors to the visitor center remain open for accessibility to brochure racks, maps, and visitor guides when the airport is open - Volunteers may be available F-Su during daytime hours. The airport visitor center is located diagonally across from the gift shop, near the hanging monocoupe plane, and assists visitors and passengers with information about the airport as well as Quad City visitor information.

Travel to Rock Island

By car

Rock Island is located roughly 170 miles west of Chicago and midway between Minneapolis to the north and St. Louis to the south. Rock Island and the rest of the Quad Cities form the largest urban concentration between St. Louis and Minneapolis-St. Paul along the Mississippi River. Major interstates I-80, I-88 and I-74 provide ready access to the area, making the region a preferred location for logistics and distribution facilities. Interstates 80 (east and north) and 280 (south and west) form a beltway around the metro area. Interstate 74 comes up from the south and for a short distance joins I-280 on the beltway before it travels into Moline. Rock Island is generally accessed from I-280 and Illinois Route 92. From the Interstate to just west of the downtown area Illinois 92 forms the Centennial Expressway. It is a regular 4-lane street downtown (First Avenue).

From Davenport the Centennial Bridge, which carries US Route 67 traffic, is the typical way into the city on the west side of downtown. The Government Bridge on the east side of downtown is also an entry point, however the bridge sets low above the water and has a swing-span to allow barge and other river traffic to pass through. This will cause delays.

Rock Island and Moline share a border and several streets which act as entry points. The street names are different in each city. Fourth Avenue in Moline (Illinois 92) becomes Sixth Avenue in Rock Island and connects the two downtown areas. In the mid-town sections of the two cities 16th Avenue in Moline becomes 14th Avenue in Rock Island and 19th Avenue becomes 18th Avenue. On the south side John Deere Road (Illinois Route 5) in Moline connects with Black Hawk Road (Illinois Route 5) in Rock Island via an interchange before it becomes the Rock Island-Milan Parkway and crosses the Rock River towards Milan, Illinois and Rock Island's south side.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Rock Island

Quad City International Airport GPS 41.453792,-90.506156 is in nearby Moline and serves the regional Quad City area. Currently, four airlines offer non-stop Flights to Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Las Vegas, Memphis, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Orlando-Stanford, Phoenix-Mesa, and St. Petersburg. Major rental vehicle companies serve the airport and there are also taxi and shuttle companies available. There is generally not a line of taxis at the airport, but there is a list of taxi companies, as well as shuttle services, associated with the airport on the Ground Transportation page of the airport's website. It is best to make arrangement before arrival. MetroLINK Route 20 bus, commonly called Route 20 Blue, makes two stops an hour at the terminal near the baggage claim area. Connections to other MetroLINK buses may be made at Centre Station in downtown Moilne.

Travel on a Bus in Rock Island

Interstate bus terminals are located at the Charles Wright Ground Transportation Center in downtown Davenport and at Centre Station in downtown Moline. Both locations are served by Greyhound and Burlington Trailways. Greyhound has a bus stop, but no services, at Augustana College in Rock Island.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Rock Island

• Amtrak Moline (MLI) - 1200 River Drive, Centre Station, Moline IL 61265 $40-72 (Chicago, one-way) - Station with waiting room but no ticket office or amenities. As of March 2016, Amtrak is still busing passengers from Moline to Galesburg IL (50 minutes away) to catch onward trains to Chicago; work is in progress to inaugurate Amtrak direct service between Chicago and Moline.

How to get around in Rock Island

By car

Rock Island is generally an easy city to navigate. The city streets are basically laid out in a grid pattern with the avenues traveling east to west and streets north to south. Very few streets are named and instead are numbered. The numbers for the avenues begin at the Mississippi River and progress in order as one travels south. The street numbering system begins in the west and progresses in order as one travels east. It is important to note that the Mississippi River generally travels through the Quad Cities from east to west before heading in its normal southerly direction. Thus, Davenport, Iowa is to the north of Rock Island and not to its west.

The Quad Cities has a wayfinding color code system for signs that direct people to various venues and attractions in the area. The area is divided into quadrants with their own colors and identifying headers on direction signs have the appropriate color for each quadrant so that you will know, by color, which quadrant you are in and to which color you will have to travel to reach other attractions. Rock Island is in the southwest quadrant and its attractions are on signs that use the red color in the header. The southeast quadrant (Moline-East Moline) is blue and the northeast quadrant (Bettendorf) is yellow, and the northwest quadrant (Davenport) is green.

Travel on a Bus in Rock Island

Public transportation via city buses is available in the Illinois Quad Cities by MetroLINK buses. There is a connection with Davenport's - CitiBus at the downtown bus terminal along Third Avenue.

What to see in Rock Island

Quad City Botanical Center - Quad City Botanical Center

• Black Hawk State Historic Site - 1510 46th Avenue 41.4673, -90.5718 ☎ +1 309 788-9536 | Opening Hours: Hauberg Museum: March - October 9AM - 5PM, November - February 9AM - 4PM, (closed year-round 12PM - 1PM for lunch) Black Hawk State Historic Site Black hawk statue Black Hawk State Historic Site is a wooded 208-acre tract along the Rock River. The area is most closely identified with the Sauk nation and the warrior-leader for whom it is named, Black Hawk.

• Jumer's Casino - 777 Jumer Drive 41.4594, -90.6136 I-280 and Illinois 92 West ☎ +1 309 477-7747 | Opening Hours: Daily 7AM - 5 AM Jumer's Casino & Hotel A The Casino features 42,000 square feet of gaming, containing 1,000 slot machines, 24 table games, live poker and a high limit slot room. A hotel, lounges and restaurants are also a part of the complex.

• Mississippi River Visitor Center | 200 Rodman Ave. Rock Island Arsenal near the Government Bridge from Davenport ☎ +1 309 794-5338 | Opening Hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day: Monday to Friday 9AM Monday - 5PM, Saturday to Sunday 9AM Monday - 7PM; Labor Day-Memorial Day: Monday - Sunday 9AM Monday - 5PM, except Christmas Eve 9AM Monday - 12PM. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day The Mississippi River Visitors Center gives visitors the opportunity to view navigation through Lock & Dam 15. There are also displays about the river's past and present. Note: the Visitor Center is located on a military installation so you will need to pass through a security checkpoint as you enter the island. People over the age of 16 will need to show a photo ID (driver’s license) and tell the security guard where you are planning to visit.

• Quad City Botanical Center - 2525 4th Avenue 41.5098, -90.5642 ☎ +1 309 788-9536 | Opening Hours: November 1 – March 31: Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 4PM, Sunday 12PM Monday - 4PM; April 1 – October 31: Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday 12PM Monday - 5PM Adults (16 years and older) $6.00, Seniors (60+) and Military $5.00, Youth (ages 6 to 15) $4.00, Children (ages 2 to 5) $2.00, Toddlers (ages 2 and under) Free Quad City Botanical Center Quad City Botanical Center - Tropical Sunday Garden, Rare Conifer Collection, Physically Challenged Garden,Ornamental Goldfish Pond & Aquatic plants (open year round); Wildflower Prairie Garden, Scrambled Alphabet Garden, Secret Garden, Perennial Gardens, Garden Train Railway Exhibit (seasonal)

• Rock Island Arsenal - 41.516944, -90.541944 ☎ +1 309 794-0991 Rock Island Arsenal Rock Island Arsenal, Building No. 1, Gillespie Avenue between Terrace Drive & Hedge Lane, Rock Island,( Rock Island County, Illinois) The largest government-owned weapons manufacturing arsenal in the United States Army. It comprises 946 acres is located on Arsenal Island (originally named Rock Island). It was the sight of Fort Armstrong in the early 1800s and a Confederate Prison during the American Civil War. Located on an island in the Mississippi River, it contains factories, country club, museum, Col. George Davenport House, National Cemetery and Confederate Cemetery. The public entrance is from Moline, however some parts of the island are restricted.

• Rock Island Arsenal Museum Building 60, intersection of Rodman and Gillespie Avenues 41.516944, -90.541944 ☎ +1 309 782-5021 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday Noon-4PM Free Rock Island Arsenal Museum A The museum tells the history of the Arsenal. It began in 1905 with the U.S. government's exhibit from the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis and items from the warehouse for Civil War ordnance. The collection of arms includes one of only four copies known to exist of the Rappahannock rifle. It is the second oldest U.S. Army museum after West Point

Best things to do in Rock Island

• The Downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District | Downtown Rock Island ☎ +1 309 788-6311 +1 309 788-6323 - Known locally as simply The District, it is home to variety of shops, cultural amenities and dining. A variety of festivals are held throughout the year.

• Grand Parade - - Part of the Quad Cities St. Patrick's Day celebration in March, this parade goes from Rock Island to Davenport and is the only St. Patrick's Day parade in the nation to go through two states.

Music

• Quad City Symphony Orchestra | ☎ +1 563 322-0931 +1 563 322-6864 Opening Hours: Box Office: Monday to Friday 8:30AM Monday - 4:30PM Since 1915. Based in Davenport, subscription concerts are held at Centennial Hall on the campus of Augustana College on Sunday afternoons.

Theatre

Ft Armstrong Theatre 1 - Circa 21

• Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse | @.com 1828 3rd Ave. ☎ +1 309 786-2667 +1 309 786-4119 Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday evenings, and a Wed. matinee performance Broadway musicals and comedies are performed onstage after a buffet dinner. The Speakeasy offers adult themed improv comedy shows, comic open mic nights, burlesque shows and cabaret's on Friday and Saturday's. Located in the former Fort Armstrong Theater, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

• ComedySportz / The Establishment Theatre | 220 19th Street ☎ +1 309 786-1111 | Opening Hours: 6:15PM - 9:30PM Award winning improv comedy played as a sport. The Establishment Theatre is a newly renovated, multi-use venue and the home of ComedySportz. Featuring a full bar, expanded menu, adjustable seating capacity, and a full size movie screen.

Golf

• Indian Bluff Golf Course | 6200 78th Ave., Milan ☎ +1 309 799-3868 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Monday 10AM Monday - 1PM, Tuesday - Saturday 10AM Monday - 10PM 18 hole public golf course, public use area and two daily fee pavilions. Owned and operated by Rock Island County it is located south of Quad City International Airport

• Saukie Golf Course | 3101 38th St. ☎ +1 309 732-2278 +1 309 788-6323 Opening Hours: Sunday - Monday 10AM Monday - 1PM, Tuesday - Saturday 10AM Monday - 10PM Designed by Thomas Bendelow, Saukie was built in 1927 and opened the following year. This public course is considered to be an “executive length" course and is a classic example of a short course that will challenge every golfer.

Study in Rock Island

RIPLMain - Main Library

• Rock Island Public Library The Rock Island Public Library traces its beginnings to 1872, making it the oldest public library in Illinois.

• Main Library: 401-19th St., +1 309 732-7323
• 30/31 Branch: 3059 30th St., +1 309 732-7369
• Southwest Branch: 9010 Ridgewood Rd., +1 309 732-7338

• Augustana College A private liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Halal Restaurants in Rock Island

• Atlante Trattoria | 140 18th Street ☎ +1 309 762-4700 +1 309 736-0235 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM Monday - 2PM Mocally owned gourmet bistro featuring European inspired dishes.

• Blue Cat Brew Pub | 1413 5th Avenue ☎ +1 309 788-8247 +1 309 788-8270 Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday 11AM Monday - 3AM $5-20 Craft soft drinks and good quality pub grub.

• Le Figaro Restaurant | Le@ 1708 2nd Avenue ☎ +1 309 786-4944 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 5PM–Close $7-60 French cuisine whose signature dishes include escargots, French onion soup, Chateaubriand, rack of lamb and meringue glacée. Casual to Dressy attire and reservations are recommended.

• Jim's Rib Haven | 531 24th St. ☎ +1 309 786-8084 | Opening Hours: T–Sa 10:30AM–10PM, Sunday 11AM Monday - 8PM The best place in the Quad Cities for ribs. Period.

• The Slice | 1726 2nd Ave. ☎ +1 309 786-2128 | Opening Hours: Thursday - Saturday 7PM–3:30AM, Lunch Buffet: Friday 11AM Monday - 2PM Whole pizza or by the slice, calzones and "District Bread". Dine in or carry-out. All you can eat lunch buffet on Fridays.

• Daiquiri Factory | 1802 2nd Avenue ☎ +1 309 283-1809 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 8PM - 3AM Full bar service specializing in a variety of daiquiri flavors in a New Orleans atmosphere.

• Del's in The District | 1829 2nd Avenue ☎ +1 309 786-6735 | Opening Hours: Daily from early evening to early morning Full Service Bar & Nightclub

• Hickey Brothers Cigar Store & Hookah Lounge | 130 18th Street ☎ +1 309 732-3222 +1 309 732-3224 Opening Hours: Monday - West 11AM Monday - 10PM, Thursday 11AM Monday - 11PM, Friday 11AM Monday - 1AM, Saturday Noon-1AM, Sunday Noon-5PM Offers a wide variety of premium cigars, hookah tobacco and accessories. Bring your favorite beverage and relax in the area's only indoor smoking lounge.

• M.D. Green's | 1808 Second Avenue ☎ +1 309 786-7582 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 8PM -3AM Friendly neighborhood pub on the Great River Plaza.

• Malarkey's | 1800 Second Avenue ☎ +1 309 786-3055 | Opening Hours: West 5PM Monday - 3AM, Thursday 9PM Monday - 3AM, F-Sa 7PM Monday - 3AM, Sunday 5PM Monday - 3AM Nightclub and bar with nightly drink specials. Pool tables and a dance floor with Top 40 and dance hits. Thursday night is College Night.

• Rock Island Brewing Co. | 1815 2nd Ave. ☎ +1 309 793-1999 +1 309 794-6461 Opening from Monday to Saturday 5PM Monday - 3AM - Features a full dinner menu, daily drink specials and live entertainment Thursday through Saturday evenings. Over 100 selections of domestic, import, and micro brew soft drinks. A Rock Island landmark.

• The Warehouse | 1722 2nd Ave. ☎ +1 309 786-3424 | Opening Hours: Thursday - Saturday 9PM Monday - 3AM The Quad Cities largest nightclub featuring three bars under one roof. Features an 800 square foot dance floor, swimmingpool and darts.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Rock Island

Rock Island - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Rock Island, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Rock Island. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Rock Island and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Rock Island. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Rock Island. Key components include:

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Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Rock Island, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Rock Island, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Rock Island and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Rock Island, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Rock Island, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Rock Island without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Rock Island is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Rock Island.

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Rock Island

Conner House RI IL - Victorian Inn Bed & Breakfast

Bed and Breakfast

• Top O' the Morning | 1505 19th Ave. ☎ +1 309 794-1212 -

• Victorian Inn Bed & Breakfast | 1505 19th Ave. ☎ +1 309 788-7068 Check-in: 3PM Monday - 5PM and 7PM Monday - 9PM / Check-out: 11AM Six guest rooms in an 1876 house listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Hotels

• Holiday Inn | 226 17th St. ☎ +1 309 786-3513 - A full-service hotel that features an indoor pool, fitness center and Bennigan's Irish American Grill.

• Jumer's Hotel | 777 Jumer Drive I-280 and Illinois 92 West ☎ +1 309 477-7747 - Part of the Jumer's Casino complex. Hotel includes restaurants, lounges, indoor swimmingpool and fitness center.

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