Downtown Peoria Travel Guide
Peoria
Visit Downtown 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.
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.
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.
Illinois Central College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Illinois Central College during your travels in Peoria. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Peoria
Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
"The parking garage was a hot mess and there was feces in the staircase. There was also a word of hair in the shower wall."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
"The front desk was friendly and extremely helpful. The location was perfect and walking distance to all attractions and activities."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Courtyard Peoria Downtown
"Your staff has to work around some cracks in the amenities you all provide. The morning coffee was lukewarm. I was told the coffee machine in the back kitchen was malfunctioning. We asked for Chardonnay, and they were out of it. On the flip side, the staff was terrific, from the front desk, to housekeeping ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
"Clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
"Ok for a casino hotel food options limited and fair"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites East Peoria by IHG
"Well maintained hotel. Staff were polite and helpful. Very quite even though there were numerous baseball families staying at the hotel."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Peoria
Central Peoria
Central Peoria might not have many top sights, but Northwoods Mall and Weaverridge Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
North Peoria
While visiting North Peoria, you might make a stop by sights like Galena Marina and Boyds Hollow Woods.
East Bluff
If you're spending some time in East Bluff, Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Peoria
If you're spending some time in Northwest Peoria, Shoppes at Grand Prairie and Weaverridge Golf Course 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 O'Brien Field and Carver Arena.
