Central Peoria
Peoria
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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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Central Peoria
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Definitely will be booking again
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Peoria
The staff at the front desk is great! Very friendly and helpful, the hotel itself was very clean.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Peoria
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Residence Inn By Marriott Peoria
Great staff. Location is very convenient to the interstate, shopping and restaurants. Room was very clean.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Peoria
N/a
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Peoria I-74
Great remodel! Still had some punch out work to do. But when it is totally finished, it will definitely be a five.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 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 Carver Arena and Courthouse Square.
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.
