Central Peoria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central 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.
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.
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.
UnityPoint Health - Proctor
If UnityPoint Health - Proctor is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Peoria.
Our pick of the best Central Peoria Hotel Deals
Comfort Suites Peoria I-74
No complaints
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Peoria
Great staff. They were able to help us work out a scheduling snafu.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Peoria
This was the worst experience I’ve ever had in a hotel. There were used condoms under the bed and condom wrappers on the floor. There was a black bag of disgusting contraband under the bed. The sheets were stained and gross and the room smelled like a trap house. If gross room and a terrible breakfast ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Nice
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Peoria
Everything was great
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Edn Hotel
We checked in and found our room door was open and a fan in the room drying the carpet which was still wet. Went back to desk they removed the fan.the room was suppose to have a refrigerator but was not there.i went back to front desk she came to room to check then had one brought to us.the room ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 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 Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.
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.
