Central Peoria Travel Guide
Peoria
Visit Central 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.
Camp Wokanda
After visiting Camp Wokanda, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Peoria. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Central Peoria
Comfort Suites Peoria I-74
"Staff is very competent and helpful in short time."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
"Foo was terrible and none of the ice machines worked."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Peoria
"Yes"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Peoria - North
"Val was amazing as well as all the other front desk staff … very helpful"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Edn Hotel
"We got there there was people right outside the door drinking. Took forever to get checked in. Also there is $100 deposit you have to pay when you get there even though the room was paid for online. There was a cockroach in our room. Door jam looked like the door was kicked in at one point. A big ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Peoria
"Property is one of the older hotels but maintained .Rooms were clean and all is what was expected for this price . Breakfast ended at 9 so we missed that ,it would have been nice to have it open a little longer ."
Reviewed on 18 May 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 Peoria Riverfront Museum.
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.
