Visit South 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.
Kindred Hospital Peoria
If Kindred Hospital Peoria is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Peoria.
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.
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
Did not find sugar or creamer for my coffee. Otherwise a great stay.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
Everything about the experience was great.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
The hotel is well kept. Friendly staff and clean facility
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
Easy check in process. Clean room and great dining option
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Peoria
Only one space left between two big trucks. Dmall lot for such a big hotel. Bathroom was VERY basic. Beds too soft for my taste. Couldn't get comfortable as my knee always bent at an odd angle as a side sleeper. TV didn't work at all. Not important for our stay...but indicative of less than stellar ...
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Clean and comfortable property
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
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 Peoria Riverfront Museum.

Bartonville
Though Bartonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions 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.

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.

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.

East Bluff
If you're spending some time in East Bluff, Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo are top sights worth seeing.