Peoria County

Illinois

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A bronze statue of a woman sitting on a bench in a park.

Popular cities in Peoria County

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Peoria
Known for Dining, Shopping and Family-friendly
Stroll along the picturesque Illinois River, through parkland and down tree-lined streets in the oldest European settlement in Illinois.

Reasons to visit

  • Peoria Civic Center
  • Bradley University
  • Peoria Riverfront Museum
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Peoria Heights
Venture to sights like Peoria Heights Observation Tower and Forest Park South Nature Preserve as you discover Peoria Heights.

Reasons to visit

  • Illinois River State Fish and Wildlife Area
Hanna City
Hanna City
Venture to sights like Wildlife Prairie State Park as you discover the local area in Hanna City.
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Chillicothe
Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Camping
Chillicothe awaits: its camping, festivals, live music, and more!
Dunlap
Dunlap
Check out Louisville Slugger Sports Complex and Shoppes at Grand Prairie—just a couple of the sights around Dunlap.
Rome
Rome
Head to Galena Marina and First Responders Park—just two of the sights around Rome.

Stay near popular Peoria County attractions