South 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.
Kindred Hospital Peoria
If Kindred Hospital Peoria is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Peoria.
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.
Top hotels in South Peoria
Staybridge Suites Downtown Peoria by IHG
Comfortable, quiet room. I was disappointed the pool was broken and it seemed difficult to get extra blankets
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
Breakfast was great!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
Nice clean rooms with silence property good for solo traveler stayed for 3N
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Peoria
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
Everyone was nice and there was a great breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Peoria North
Clean room
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Peoria
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 Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.
Bartonville
Though Bartonville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Contemporary Art Center of Peoria and Carver Arena.
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.
Downtown Peoria
If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Peoria City Hall and Carver Arena are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
