Hotels in Peoria

Wander along the Illinois River where the Peoria Riverfront Museum combines interactive exhibits with a planetarium that makes science feel like an adventure. Baseball fans can catch the action at Dozer Park, where hot dogs taste better while watching future stars round the bases. Wildlife Prairie Park offers close encounters with bison and wolves in natural habitats just outside the city. The historic downtown reveals architecture from the city's whiskey-producing heyday before Prohibition. Peoria Playhouse Children's Museum captivates young imaginations while parents appreciate the thoughtful design. For evening entertainment, Carver Arena hosts hockey games to concerts that bring the house down. Locals recommend the Shoppes at Grand Prairie when retail therapy calls.