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Major city · United States

Muscatine

Spend a half‑day to a full day in Muscatine: river walk, art center, and a quick museum, then head back to Davenport or Iowa City.

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Muscatine is a small Mississippi River town in Eastern Iowa. Its main attractions – the riverfront park, Art Center, and the Sino‑US Friendship House – are within walking distance. One day covers the highlights; a half‑day works if you’re on a road trip between Davenport and the Amana Colonies.

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Weather
see forecast
Currency
USD
Best months
May–Oct
avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited river activities)
Airport
MLI
Nights
1

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This is a basic guide for Muscatine: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
  • North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
  • North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
  • North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
  • United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
  • United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
  • United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
  • United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.

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  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
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Emergency numbers for Muscatine911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Muscatine, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at a café$2–$4
  • Street or quick mealLunch (sandwich, fries, drink)$8–$12
  • Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry (Art Center)$5–$8
  • Budget bedComfort Inn double, a night, per roomUS$80
  • Mid-range bedComfort Inn double, a night, per roomUS$120
  • High-end bedComfort Inn double, a night, per roomUS$180

A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$180

Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Mississippi River waterfrontMuscatine Art CenterSino‑US Friendship House
Airports
MLI Quad City International Airport (35 mi/56 km (35 mi) east, served by major US airlines)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    −2°C (28°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    0°C (32°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    7°C (45°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    15°C (59°F)

  5. May

    Best

    22°C (72°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    27°C (81°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    25°C (77°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    18°C (64°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    10°C (50°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    3°C (37°F)

Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F) low), wettest Jun (9 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Muscatine: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

−2°C (28°F)

−12°C (10°F)

8 rd

Feb

0°C (32°F)

−11°C (12°F)

7 rd

Mar

7°C (45°F)

−4°C (25°F)

8 rd

Apr

15°C (59°F)

2°C (36°F)

7 rd

May

22°C (72°F)

9°C (48°F)

8 rd

Jun

27°C (81°F)

14°C (57°F)

9 rd

Jul

30°C (86°F)

18°C (64°F)

9 rd

Aug

29°C (84°F)

17°C (63°F)

9 rd

Sep

25°C (77°F)

13°C (55°F)

8 rd

Oct

18°C (64°F)

6°C (43°F)

8 rd

Nov

10°C (50°F)

0°C (32°F)

9 rd

Dec

3°C (37°F)

−6°C (21°F)

9 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

MuscaBus runs town routes, $0.75 fare, free transfers; most sights are walkable from downtown.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge

go

Door to door: ≈30 min round trip

Drive south 16 km (9.9 mi) on Hwy 38

Trails, birdwatching, fishing; check seasonal closures

Davenport

go

Door to door: ≈15 min drive

Cross the Mississippi via I‑80/US‑61, 5 mi north

Larger riverfront, museums, dining

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Comfort Inn

Free Wi‑Fi, breakfast, indoor pool; central location

Best Western Pearl City Inn

From $96 per night (2023 rate, check 2026 price)

Strawberry Farm B&B

Bed‑and‑breakfast in a rural setting

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
$70–$100 excl. bed
Mid
$100–$150 excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Comfort Inn double1 × 1 night × US$120US$120
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120US$240
MuscaBus day pass2 × US$1US$2
Riverfront parking (hourly)2 × US$2US$4
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeUS$37
Trip total≈ US$202 per person per day, bed includedUS$403

2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rentals excluded.

Prices of common things

Coffee at a café$2–$4
Lunch (sandwich, fries, drink)$8–$12
Riverboat tour (30 min)$15–$20
Museum entry (Art Center)$5–$8

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Muscatine is a typical small Midwestern town; crime rates are low. Usual precautions apply, especially at night near the river.
  • Greyhound tickets must be bought in advance; no on‑site sales.

Emergency numbers

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911

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Embassy

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • MuscaBus local ride: $0.75 per ride, free transfers
  • Quad City Intl → Muscatine (taxi): ≈ $70 (check)

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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Muscatine. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited river activities) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 1 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add a bike‑share station near the Welcome Center for quick riverfront loops.
  2. Create a combined ticket for Art Center + Friendship House (check availability).

Meanwhile

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