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Discover Peoria.
Featuring 900,000 square feet of meeting and convention space in the heart of downtown; an international airport with eight daily flights to and from O’Hare International Airport; numerous full-service, globally recognized accommodations, and remarkable one-of-a-kind attractions.
As the rain begins to clear and the temperature starts to rise, take advantage of the many adventures and locations to explore during one of Greater Peoria's most beautiful seasons.
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Spring Celebrations
Hike Greater Peoria with your Pup
The Greater Peoria Area has an abundance of hiking trails for pups and people who love a good adventure. Check out these great trails to hike with your furry friends!
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"Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'"
- Robin Williams
Here are 10 Things To Do in the Peoria Area
Peoria is unlike any other destination, offering a unique variety of experiences you don’t want to miss! Whether you’re planning a trip, or just passing through, you’ll never run out of things to discover in Peoria!
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2 Chez Restaurant
One of our favorite places to get dinner!
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Ardor Breads and Provisions
One of our favorite bakeries!
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Jalapeños
One of our favorite Mexican restaurants!
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Just for Fun
One of our favorite places to play games!
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Martinis on Water
One of our favorite places to get drinks!
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Pleasant Hill Antique Mall
One of our favorite antique stores!
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Relics
One of our favorite places to buy gifts!
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Ribbon Records
One of our favorite places to browse music!
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21 Friday Fish Fry Recommendations
A fish fry is a Midwestern tradition. We may not live near the ocean, but with our rivers and lakes, we Illinoisans are accustomed to having delicious flakey fish.
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The Illinois Makers program celebrates the small businesses whose uniquely Illinoisan style and creativity set our locally made goods apart.
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Need a souvenir to remember your trip to the River city? Get your own Greater Peoria apparel through the online Discover Peoria Store!
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Discover Peoria has partnered with the Peoria Rivermen + Bradley University Athletics. We are excited to offer our Greater Peoria counties premium discounted tickets on select home games.
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Explore this page to get the most out of your visit with these must-do experiences!
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Things To Do With Groups
Explore this page to get the most out of time with your friends, family, and colleagues!
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Things To Do With Kids
Explore this page to get the most out of time with your little ones!
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