What to do in Western Illinois, IL

Activities, attractions and tours

Western Illinois showing a garden and a bridge
Western Illinois showing a garden and a bridge
Luthy Botanical Garden featuring a park
Western Illinois featuring interior views
Peoria Riverfront Museum which includes interior views

Western Illinois Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Western Illinois has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Western Illinois is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Western Illinois to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Western Illinois Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Western Illinois.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Western Illinois attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Western Illinois


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Panoramic view of Peoria

Downtown Peoria

If you're spending some time in Downtown Peoria, Peoria City Hall and Carver Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Peoria
pink rose garden along riverfront along Illinois River in Peoria, IL with lamp post and steel bridge in background

Central Peoria

While there might not be top attractions in Central Peoria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Northwoods Mall and Weaverridge Golf Course.

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West Peoria

Though West Peoria might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carver Arena and Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.

West Peoria
This female ruby-throated hummingbird regularly visits the trumpet vine in my backyard. Three hours of watching, waiting, and taking many photos paid off! Sometimes, you only need to step out your door to find an adventure.

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South Peoria

Though South Peoria might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like O'Brien Field and Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.

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Bartonville

When in Bartonville, you can plan a visit to Contemporary Art Center of Peoria and Carver Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bartonville
Delnor Woods Park view with autumn colours in Illinois

West Bluff

While West Bluff isn't home to many top sights, Giant Oak Park and Carver Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

West Bluff

 

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