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
Explore the campus of 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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Northwoods Mall
You can do some window-shopping 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 May 17, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Foo was terrible and none of the ice machines worked.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Peoria
Yes
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Peoria - North
Room was clean like always.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Edn Hotel
No problem! Easy check in and friendly staff.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Peoria
Definitely a friendly staff well situated location clean rooms
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Peoria
West Bluff
While West Bluff isn't home to many top sights, Giant Oak Park and Carver Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Bluff
If you're spending some time in East Bluff, Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
West Peoria
Though West Peoria might 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 Courthouse Square are top sights worth seeing.
North Valley
Though North Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden.
Northwest Peoria
While visiting Northwest Peoria, you might make a stop by sights like Shoppes at Grand Prairie and Weaverridge Golf Course.
