North Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Valley
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.
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.
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
If OSF Saint Francis Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Peoria.
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.
Our pick of the best North Valley Hotel Deals
Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
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Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
Clean room, quiet and comfortable.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
Staff was friendly. Amenties were exceptional. Beds were comfortable, though the sheets were not clean. Thankfully I had broughten a lint roller to get all the hairs off the sheets before laying in bed. Overall it was good. Check your sheets.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Peoria
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Clean room
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Peoria - Riverfront by IHG
Friendly staff and clean room. The breakfast was pretty good too.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Valley
East Bluff
If you're spending some time in East Bluff, Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Carver Arena and Courthouse Square 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 Courthouse Square.
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.
