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.
Bradley University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Bradley University during your trip to Peoria. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
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.
Top hotels in Central Peoria
Courtyard by Marriott Peoria
The room we got initially we had problems with the entry key not working. What a pain to experience. Finally had to take a different room and not what we registered for.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Restroom door did not latch to close. Bed was very uncomfortable. Breakfast was awful. Eggs and sausage were cold. Juice was so watered down it was undrinkable. No utensil to get waffles out of maker. Waffle batter was like water and would kit cook thoroughly. Many rude guests, especially at breakfast.Hotel ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Comfort Suites Peoria I-74
The location and the outside area felt sketchy. Still thought we would give it a chance. The lobby looked nice. The room looked nice, however, there were ants in the bathroom and the blankets were stained. We decided right away that we just werent going to stay there. I went and checked out after ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Peoria
no hot water in bathroom sink, low pressure shower with a crappy head, no heat or vent in bathroom, flourescent bulbs everywhere make the room look like the crack den it likely is worse, they charged me $50 on a card as a "no smoking deposit" that has not been refunded. AVOID
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Residence Inn By Marriott Peoria
The location is great, right off the interstate and near many restaurants, shops, and a mall. The staff is friendly and super helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Peoria
Shower not clean nor bath room floor. Bedroom floor needed a good vaccuuming.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
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 Giant Oak Park 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 Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.
Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Carver Arena and Courthouse Square 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.