South 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.
Kindred Hospital Peoria
If Kindred Hospital Peoria is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Peoria.
Shoppes at Grand Prairie
You can enjoy retail therapy at Shoppes at Grand Prairie during your trip to Peoria. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
Top hotels in South Peoria
Staybridge Suites Downtown Peoria by IHG
Staff is helpful, room was clean, breakfast was hot. Only issue is pool was closed and we weren’t made aware until check-in.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
Staff was great. Room very clean and quiet. For some reason the he bed and pillows in this room were not as comfortable as all the other beds we have slept in at this hotel. And we have stayed a lot. The bed and pillows were firm, not cushy like the other rooms. I did not sleep well, nor did my husband. ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
Super Fast and easy check in.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
Not the cleanest room, expected better for the price. Definitely needs a remodel-too many touch ups all over. Cigarette bitts all over the landscaping right outside multiple entrances.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Peoria
I did not receive my deposit
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Peoria
Staff and room were great
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Peoria
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.
Bartonville
Though Bartonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Contemporary Art Center of Peoria and Carver Arena.
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.
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.
Central Peoria
Central Peoria might not have many top sights, but Northwoods Mall and Weaverridge Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
