Downtown Peoria
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.
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.
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.
Caterpillar Visitors Center
After visiting Caterpillar Visitors Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Peoria. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its riverfront.
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
Nice hotel and centrally located. Pool was nice. Hot tub needed about 6 inches if water added to it. Room was clean.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
Good
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Courtyard Peoria Downtown
Convenient, safe, clean. Plenty amenities. Great staff. Service
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
Breakfast not that great
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
Very nice hotel!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
The room was clean and very spacious. More than expected. Front counter staff allowed to check in early and made us feel at home. Amazing breakfast in the morning with breakfast staff super nice. Happy hour 5-6:60 is always a plus. Definitely will recommend and will look to stay again if and when ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown 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 Peoria City Hall.
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.
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.
East Bluff
If you're spending some time in East Bluff, Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
South Peoria
When in South Peoria, you can plan a visit to O'Brien Field and Carver Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
