Peoria, Peoria County, IL

Places to go in Peoria

57 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Jubilee College State Park

Outdoors

Jubilee College State Park

3,200-acre area with diverse wildlife offering campsites, hiking & riding trails, fishing & hunting.

W Fussner Rd, Brimfield, IL 61517, USA

Kartville

Arts & Culture

Kartville

Outdoor play place with go-karts, mini-golf, bumper boats & batting cages (weather permitting).

919 N Swords Ave, West Peoria, IL 61604, USA

Kenny's Westside Pub

Nightlife

Kenny's Westside Pub

Irish-inspired hangout offering beer, pub grub & frequent entertainment such as live music.

112 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL 61602, USA

Kuchie's on the Water

Food & Drink

Kuchie's on the Water

Laid-back hangout offering familiar American fare & cocktails, along with a waterfront deck.

579 Wesley Rd, Creve Coeur, IL 61610, USA

Lakeview Park

Outdoors

Lakeview Park

Park featuring a playground, an aquatic center, indoor ice skating, a theater, a library & more.

1917 W Lake Ave, Peoria, IL 61614, USA

Laura Bradley Park

Outdoors

Laura Bradley Park

Large, long-standing natural area with sports facilities, play equipment & a dog park.

1314 N Park Rd, Peoria, IL 61606, USA

Martinis On Water Street

Nightlife

Martinis On Water Street

Cocktail bar with an extensive drink list & live music in a historic train station building.

212 Southwest Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602, USA

Medici in Normal

Food & Drink

Medici in Normal

Bi-level restaurant & bar serving seasonal American fare, pizzas & over 30 drafts in a modern space.

120 W North St, Normal, IL 61761, USA

Mineral Springs Park

Outdoors

Mineral Springs Park

1701 Court St, Pekin, IL 61554, USA

Northwoods Mall

Shopping

Northwoods Mall

Brand-name retailers, fast food, bowling & bungee trampolines are the draw at this established mall.

2200 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL 61613, USA

Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery and Eatery

Nightlife

Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery and Eatery

Historic, renovated church with stained windows & a patio serves beers, elevated pub grub & bocce.

321 NE Madison Ave, Peoria, IL 61603, USA

Oliver's In the Heights

Nightlife

Oliver's In the Heights

Lively locale with a variety of pizzas & pub grub, plus a schedule of regular live music.

1231 E Samuel Ave, Peoria Heights, IL 61616, USA

Peoria Civic Center

Arts & Culture

Peoria Civic Center

Spacious longtime center features a wide variety of performances, college basketball games & events.

201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL 61602, USA

Peoria Zoo

Family

Peoria Zoo

Historic park with 100+ global species (some endangered), giraffe feeding & African installations.

2320 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603, USA

RiverFront

Arts & Culture

RiverFront

200 Northeast Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602, USA

Sugar Wood-Fired Bistro

Food & Drink

Sugar Wood-Fired Bistro

Funky, rustic cafe with outdoor seating featuring creative pizzas, handmade desserts & craft beers.

826 SW Adams St, Peoria, IL 61602, USA

Sweetwater Kitchen & Cocktails

Food & Drink

Sweetwater Kitchen & Cocktails

13637 N River Beach Dr, Chillicothe, IL 61523, USA

The Barn III

Arts & Culture

The Barn III

1451 Timberline Rd, Goodfield, IL 61742, USA

The Beauty Lounge Of Peoria

Wellness

The Beauty Lounge Of Peoria

5901 N Prospect Rd Ste 106, Peoria, IL 61614, USA

The Blend

Food & Drink

The Blend

1130 Peoria St, Washington, IL 61571, USA

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern

Food & Drink

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern

Casual pub featuring house-smoked BBQ, craft beers, cocktails & whisky in a converted rail depot.

212 Southwest Water Street B, Peoria, IL 61602, USA

The Castle Theatre

Arts & Culture

The Castle Theatre

Ornate historic theater first opened in 1916 featuring diverse live music acts, plus 2 full bars.

209 E Washington St STE 1, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA

The Luminary Aesthetics + Self Care Bar

Wellness

The Luminary Aesthetics + Self Care Bar

8305 N Allen Rd Ste 6, Peoria, IL 61615, USA

The Neon Bison

Food & Drink

The Neon Bison

617 Main St, Peoria, IL 61602, USA