Plan Your Visit
Welcome to Peoria! You will soon find that our area offers an outstanding collection of interesting experiences that can't be found anywhere else.
The Peoria area offers the best of both worlds - from downtown hotspots and towering buildings of our picturesque skyline, to quaint parks, charming shops and award-winning golf courses. You'll experience the culture, entertainment and energy of a metropolis, minus the congestion. In our region, winding roads off the beaten path will lead you to someplace interesting and new.
Where is the Peoria Area?
The Peoria area is extremely accessible to all parts of the Midwest Region, conveniently located between Chicago and St. Louis. We are also a great hub and spoke location, with our close proximity to Bloomington-Normal and Springfield.
Art exhibits, live music and theatre productions are playing in the Peoria Area year-round - be sure to check out our Calendar of Events page to find out about what's happening in our area and when!
Ready to Explore? The best of the Midwest is right here within the Peoria Area's eight counties: Bureau, Fulton, Marshall, Mason, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell and Woodford Counties. You will find So Many Ways to Play within these eight counties - you may want to extend your stay to a weekend getaway.
Our iBrochure is an interactive guide through our eight amazing counties. Up for a relaxing getaway? This guide can help you explore the infinite possibilities the Illinois River Road has to offer.
The Peoria Area offers some of the best shopping around. From local boutiques, where you can find one-of-a-kind gifts and clothing to large retail malls. You can't visit without stopping at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie, an outdoor mall featuring great stores and restaurants - you'll forget you're in Peoria!
The area also offers several colleges and universities, whether you are interested in taking a couple of classes, getting your bachelor's degree or extending your education the Peoria Area has it all. Don't miss the great sporting activities in the area, from Bradley Basketball to ICC Cross Country and Eureka Football!
Outdoor enthusiasts will love our acres of parks, hiking and biking trails, fishing, camping and birding hotspots and a number of choices for other adventures such as kayaking and hunting.
Interested in the local wineries in and around the Peoria Area? Learn more about our wineries right here. You can also find easy links to their websites, where you can find more specifics, photos and contact information.
Your area golf guide is right here! From championship courses to learning centers - you'll find just what your're looking for with our Peoria Area golf guide.
Add to your Itinerary and start planning your weekend getaway or summer staycation!
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