Peoria County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular cities in Peoria County

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Peoria
Known for Dining, Shopping and Family-friendly
Stroll along the picturesque Illinois River, through parkland and down tree-lined streets in the oldest European settlement in Illinois.

Reasons to visit

  • Peoria Civic Center
  • Bradley University
  • Peoria Riverfront Museum
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Peoria Heights
Check out the local area in Peoria Heights—home to attractions like Peoria Heights Observation Tower and Illinois River State Fish and Wildlife Area.

Reasons to visit

  • Illinois River State Fish and Wildlife Area
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Chillicothe
Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Camping
Chillicothe awaits: its camping, festivals, dining and more!
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Hanna City
Hanna City
Check out the local area in Hanna City as you venture to sights like Wildlife Prairie State Park.
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Dunlap
Dunlap
Venture to Louisville Slugger Sports Complex and Shoppes at Grand Prairie—just two of the sights around Dunlap.
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Rome
Rome
Head to Galena Marina and Prospect Park—just two of the sights around Rome.
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Stay near popular Peoria County attractions

The Carver Arena with a large Bradley football logo, a historic building with a clock tower, and a clear blue sky.

Peoria Civic Center

8.8/10 (623 reviews)
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.
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