North Valley Travel Guide
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.

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.
St. Mary's Cathedral
After visiting St. Mary's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Peoria. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its riverfront.
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.
Shoppes at Grand Prairie
You can enjoy retail therapy at Shoppes at Grand Prairie during your trip to Peoria. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
Top hotels in North Valley

Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
It was an ok stay. The place was packed. When arrived there were new rules in placed that I wish I knew ahead of time. The staff was being very annoying about the pool and kids wristbands. Seem like every 30 minutes they wanted to check your arm. Then the staff was checking the same kids arm over ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
We did not know that the casino was in a separate building.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
Staff was awesome!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
The room and facility was bit worn and needs a facelift. I loved the fact they had makeup wipes by the sink since I had forgotten mine, that was a little thing but huge to me. The deep tub was fantastic and the room was exceptionally clean. The breakfast was good and the young woman who worked breakfast ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Peoria
Our room was clean & huge. We had a room with living room with pull out couch, 3 chairs, a couple tables, kitchenette & tv. Huge bathroom with sink. Then extra area with another bathroom sink, bench & closet. Bedroom has king size bed, desk, tv, chair & ottoman. Both rooms with individual thermostats. ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Peoria
Front desk staff was very nice. Breakfast was good, room was clean
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Valley

East Bluff
If you're spending some time in East Bluff, Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Carver Arena and Peoria Riverfront Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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 Peoria Riverfront Museum.

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.

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.

South Peoria
When in South Peoria, you can plan a visit to Carver Arena and Peoria Riverfront Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
