Central Peoria Travel Guide
Peoria
Visit Central Peoria
Popular places to visit
Peoria Civic Center
From Broadway shows to the Bradley Braves basketball team, this venue hosts a packed calendar of events, games, trade shows, concerts and more throughout the year.
Peoria Riverfront Museum
Explore art, science, history and technology exhibits, plus an expansive planetarium and a riverfront sculpture garden, at Peoria’s premier museum.
Luthy Botanical Garden
Escape the city bustle and discover over a dozen themed gardens, a sculpture exhibit, tropical plants and flowers, and a standout rose garden.
Northwoods Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Northwoods Mall during your trip to Peoria. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
UnityPoint Health - Proctor
If UnityPoint Health - Proctor is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Peoria.
Donovan Park
Donovan Park is just one of the places to see in Peoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Top hotels in Central Peoria
Courtyard by Marriott Peoria
Great staff
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
All good
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Peoria
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Residence Inn By Marriott Peoria
Friendly Staff
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Peoria I-74
Great remodel! Still had some punch out work to do. But when it is totally finished, it will definitely be a five.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Peoria
N/a
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Peoria
West Bluff
Though West Bluff may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carver Arena and Peoria City Hall.
East Bluff
If you're spending some time in East Bluff, Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
West Peoria
While there might not be top attractions in West Peoria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carver Arena and Peoria City Hall.
Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Peoria City Hall and Carver Arena are top sights worth seeing.
North Valley
While North Valley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden.
Northwest Peoria
If you're spending some time in Northwest Peoria, Shoppes at Grand Prairie and Weaverridge Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
