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1. Peoria Riverfront Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Peoria Riverfront Museum

2. George L. Luthy Memorial Botanical Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Caterpillar Visitors Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Caterpillar Visitors Center

4. Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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5. Peoria Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. Dozer Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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7. Pettengill Morron House Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Peoria Historical Society

8. Peoria Civic Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Peoria Civic Center

9. thirty-thirty Coffee Co.

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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10. Forest Park Nature Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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11. Senara Health and Healing Center & Spa

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Senara Health and Healing Center

12. World on Wheels

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13. Peoria Players Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
© Peoria Players Theatre

14. Corn Stock Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
© Corn Stock Theatre

15. Peoria Holocaust Memorial

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Peoria Holocaust Memorial

16. Kartville On Swords

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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17. Gone in 60 Escape Games

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Located on the Illinois River, Peoria is a historic city that offers many unique attractions, museums, and things to do.
  • Explore the Peoria Riverfront Museum, stop by the Caterpillar Visitors Center, and stroll through Luthy Botanical Garden, which features a beautiful conservatory filled with orchids and tropical plants.
  • Best things to do in Peoria for families include the Peoria Zoo, the Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum, and Forest Park Nature Center.

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