Western Illinois, IL

Travel Guide

Western Illinois which includes a park and a bridge
Luthy Botanical Garden featuring a park
Western Illinois featuring interior views
Peoria Riverfront Museum featuring interior views
Peoria Riverfront Museum showing interior views and marine life

Where to stay in Western Illinois

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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Central Peoria

While there might not be top attractions in Central Peoria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Northwoods Mall and Weaverridge Golf Course.

Central Peoria
This female ruby-throated hummingbird regularly visits the trumpet vine in my backyard. Three hours of watching, waiting, and taking many photos paid off! Sometimes, you only need to step out your door to find an adventure. #backyardadventures

South Peoria

Though South Peoria might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carver Arena and Peoria City Hall.

South Peoria
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Northwest Peoria

While visiting Northwest Peoria, you might make a stop by sights like Shoppes at Grand Prairie and Weaverridge Golf Course.

Northwest Peoria
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West Peoria

Though West Peoria might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carver Arena and Peoria City Hall.

West Peoria
Luthy Botanical Garden featuring wildflowers

East Bluff

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

East Bluff
Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
Four Points By Sheraton Peoria
3 out of 5
500 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria, IL
The price is AED 268 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
AED 268
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (915 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious. Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. It took awhile to get my deposit back when being told it will be released immediately upon checking out."

Reviewed on 19 March 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 AED 343 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
AED 343
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, beds comfortable. Good customer service. Easy parking."

Reviewed on 20 March 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 AED 379 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
AED 379
AED 449 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Good place to spend a night"

Reviewed on 21 March 2025

Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
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Nauvoo Vacation Villas & Condos
Nauvoo Vacation Villas & Condos
3 out of 5
2372 N County Road 900, Nauvoo, IL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly condo in Nauvoo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (388 reviews)
A great place to stay if going to Nauvoo!
"I hadn’t read check-in instructions about arriving before 4 pm. I panicked and called about coming late. They were prepared with great instructions! They addressed any concerns we had promptly and with kindness, even offering cell phone for any time . It was a great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 2 March 2025

Nauvoo Vacation Villas & Condos
15 Beautiful Themed bedrooms, Sleeps over 55! 7 LG bathrooms & HUGE game room!
15 Beautiful Themed bedrooms, Sleeps over 55! 7 LG bathrooms & HUGE game room!
East Peoria
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in East Peoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Par-A-Dice Casino and Contemporary ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
New Years Eve Celebration!
"The place was even better than expected! We had a group of over 40 family members of all ages and fit comfortably. In the diner area we had more than enough space to ring in the new year and spend quality time together. The rooms were clean and the themes were very cool. The game room was a huge ..."

Reviewed on 6 January 2025

15 Beautiful Themed bedrooms, Sleeps over 55! 7 LG bathrooms & HUGE game room!
Relaxing vacation home by the river! Sleeps 10. 10% discount!
Relaxing vacation home by the river! Sleeps 10. 10% discount!
East Peoria
Stay at this vacation home in East Peoria. Enjoy patios, in-room jetted tubs, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Spring Bay Fen State Natural Area and ...
lovely setting on the river
"Lovely setting overlooking the Illinois river. Plenty of beds, bathrooms, and seating for our family reunion. The fireplaces indoors and outside were great. We loved the piano, which was in tune, for our sing alongs. And the large deck outside was wonderful for enjoying morning coffee and bird watching ..."

Reviewed on 10 October 2023

Relaxing vacation home by the river! Sleeps 10. 10% discount!
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Popular places to visit

Peoria Civic Center

Peoria Civic Center

4.5/5(180 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Peoria Civic Center during your trip to Peoria. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its riverfront.

Peoria Civic Center
Peoria Riverfront Museum featuring signage

Peoria Riverfront Museum

4.5/5(53 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Peoria Riverfront Museum during your travels in Peoria. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

Peoria Riverfront Museum

Historic Nauvoo

4.5/5(72 reviews)

Find out about the history of Nauvoo when you spend time at Historic Nauvoo. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Historic Nauvoo

Bradley University

4.5/5(89 reviews)

Explore the campus of 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

4.5/5(52 reviews)

Though OSF Saint Francis Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Peoria while you are here.

OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

Shoppes at Grand Prairie

4/5(78 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shoppes at Grand Prairie during your visit to Peoria. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

Shoppes at Grand Prairie