Bettendorf Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Scott County, Iowa, United States
About Bettendorf
The territory that now encompasses Bettendorf was opened to white settlement following the Black Hawk Purchase of 1832. The first European-American settlers established a village which they called Lillienthal, after an early tavern and dance hall. The village of Gilbert developed alongside Lillienthal in 1858, honoring Elias Gilbert, who platted the original site. At that time, the residents were predominantly German immigrants and worked as farmers, skilled laborers, and small business owners. The two villages eventually combined to become the town of Gilbert. The town gave William and Joseph Bettendorf 70 acres along the riverfront on the condition that they move their iron wagon business fromDavenportto Gilbert. In 1903 the town petitioned for incorporation and requested that its name
Top Attractions in Bettendorf
Explore the best things to see and do in Bettendorf:
- ★Family Museum of Arts and Science
- ★Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf
- ★Palmer Hills Golf Course
- ★Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center
Where to Eat in Bettendorf
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Happy Joe's Pizza and Ice Cream Parlor
- 🍴Harris Pizza
- 🍴Red Ginger Sushi Bar & Grill
- 🍴The Hungry Hobo
- 🍴Trattoria Tiramisu
- 🍴Waterfront Deli
Where to Stay in Bettendorf
- 🏨Hilton Garden Inn
- 🏨Isle of Capri
- 🏨Ramada
- 🏨Sonesta Select Bettendorf Quad Cities
- 🏨SureStay Plus Hotel By Best Western Bettendorf
Bettendorf Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: