Northwest Peoria Travel Guide
Peoria
Visit Northwest 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.
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.
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.
Weaverridge Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Peoria at Weaverridge Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Top hotels in Northwest Peoria
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Peoria North, IL
Clean place
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Peoria Hotel, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Good room and helpful staff. They are actively making improvements, but I don't mind the progress!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Peoria, IL
Wonderful stay as always
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Wingate By Wyndham Peoria
Clean comfortable room
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Candlewood Suites Grand Prairie by IHG
Holiday Inn Peoria At Grand Prairie by IHG
Good place
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Peoria
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.
North Peoria
While visiting North Peoria, you might make a stop by sights like Gaylord Wildlife Area and Galena Marina.
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 Riverfront Museum.
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 Riverfront Museum.
Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Carver Arena and Peoria Riverfront Museum are top sights worth seeing.
