Northwest Peoria Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Northwest Peoria
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Peoria North, IL
"The staff at this property is friendly and responsive. Although things are clean and tidy, property itself needs freshening up. Home office needs to invest in its future"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Peoria Hotel, SureStay Collection by Best Western
"Hotel was dirty. Carpet stains in room. Bathroom door collided wth toilet. Elevator dirty."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Motel 6 Peoria, IL
"The staff is very helpful and friendly definitely will come back"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wingate By Wyndham Peoria
"Wonderful, the room, the pool, the staff."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Candlewood Suites Grand Prairie by IHG
"All was great! Would have been nice to have breakfast but they offered free tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and water. Plus free fruit. Brittany at front desk was super nice! Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Peoria At Grand Prairie by IHG
"Very nice. Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest 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.
West Bluff
Though West Bluff may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Giant Oak Park 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.
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.
Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Carver Arena and Courthouse Square are top sights worth seeing.
