North Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Peoria Civic Center

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 Civic Center
Peoria Riverfront Museum featuring signage

Peoria Riverfront Museum

Explore art, science, history and technology exhibits, plus an expansive planetarium and a riverfront sculpture garden, at Peoria’s premier museum.

Peoria Riverfront Museum
Luthy Botanical Garden

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.

Luthy Botanical Garden

St. Mary's Cathedral

You can find out about the history of Peoria with a stop at St. Mary's Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

St. Mary's Cathedral

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.

Bradley University

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.

OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

Our pick of the best North Valley Hotel Deals

Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
3 out of 5
500 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria, IL
The price is AU$131 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Peoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (871 reviews)
"It's a really nice place. But after 11 o'clock they locked the doors. It was a bit frustrating there for a bit because, I had to come down every time."

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
2.5 out of 5
101 Mariners Way, East Peoria, IL
The price is AU$155 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$155
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Peoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Christmas Trip Made Great!
"This is our favorite place to stay when visiting family! The fact that they’re pet friendly is what initially made me choose them and the easy access to take our dog outside is what’s keeping us coming back. We requested a room on the first floor by a door for an easy in and out trip for our dog ..."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
3 out of 5
21 Blackjack Boulevard, East Peoria, IL
The price is AU$221 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$221
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East Peoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was great. However there is absolutely NO food or restaurants at the hotel! I even lost $2 in the vending machine! I would suggest at least a continental breakfast of donut or pastry. To have nothing available is totally unacceptable! ! The hotel is clean , rooms are safe & spacious!"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
AmericInn by Wyndham Peoria
AmericInn by Wyndham Peoria
2.5 out of 5
9106 North Lindbergh Drive, Peoria, IL
The price is AU$128 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$128
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Peoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (928 reviews)
"The expensive deposit that gets taken out and has to be returned in 1-2 weeks is the only downside to here."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Peoria
Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
3.5 out of 5
100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$214 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in East Peoria. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 29 Jan. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
3.5 out of 5
501 Main Street, Peoria, IL
The price is AU$199 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Peoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great stay
"Always a good place to stay in Peoria and connected to Civic Center"

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
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Other neighbourhoods around North Valley

Luthy Botanical Garden featuring wild flowers

East Bluff

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

East Bluff
Peoria showing street scenes

Downtown Peoria

If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Peoria U.S. Courthouse and Peoria City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Peoria
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West Bluff

Though West Bluff may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peoria U.S. Courthouse and Carver Arena.

West Bluff
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Central Peoria

If you're spending some time in Central Peoria, Northwoods Mall and Donovan Park are top sights worth seeing.

Central Peoria
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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 City Hall.

West Peoria
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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.

South Peoria

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