Central Peoria Travel Guide
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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
Baymont by Wyndham Peoria
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Peoria
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Peoria
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Peoria
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Comfort Suites Peoria I-74
Reviewed on 11 Aug 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 Peoria U.S. Courthouse and Carver Arena.
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 U.S. Courthouse.
Northwest Peoria
If you're spending some time in Northwest Peoria, Shoppes at Grand Prairie and Weaverridge Golf Course 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.
Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Peoria U.S. Courthouse and Carver Arena are top sights worth seeing.