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.
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 staff was amazing!!! Very helpful!!!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
"I enjoyed this little boutique hotel. Very comfortable clean room with small kitchen that was perfect to reheat some leftovers and enjoy tea in the morning. It’s in a great location for access to downtown shopping and restaurants. There wasn’t a TV in my room but not a big deal for me. I enjoyed ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 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
"The lady at the front desk was very sweet and greeted us with a smile and "Welcome" as we walked through the door. However the hotel is VERY VERY OUTDATED! Our room was clean, but the baseboards were thick with dust throughout the entire room. The wooden blunds also were dusty. The trim on tge boards ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
"We enjoyed our stay here. It's across the parking lot from the casino which isn't a problem because it's a short walk or they have a bus to pick you up for free. The room was very clean amd the staff was very friendly."
Reviewed on 1 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 Gaylord Wildlife Area.
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.
