Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Peoria travel guide

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You're Going to Love Peoria

With a population of 115,007, Peoria is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Peoria has to offer.

Where to Eat in Peoria

If you’re looking for affordable options, Table 19 - Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette (501 Main St) and Saffron Social (187 SW Washington St) are great picks.

When to visit Peoria

Peoria in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Peoria in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Peoria in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Peoria, with an average rainfall of 1.8″.

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How to Get to Peoria

Plane

When flying to Peoria, you’ll arrive at Greater Peoria (PIA), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Peoria include Allegiant Air, American Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Peoria departs from Denver and takes around 2h.

Train

The train station in Peoria is called Peoria Bradley University Student Ctr - 915 Elmwood Ave, and is located 1.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Peoria is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 130 miles from Peoria. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Peoria’s bus station is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Peoria, you’ll arrive at Greater Peoria (PIA), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Peoria include Allegiant Air, American Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Peoria departs from Denver and takes around 2h.

Train

The train station in Peoria is called Peoria Bradley University Student Ctr - 915 Elmwood Ave, and is located 1.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Peoria is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 130 miles from Peoria. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Peoria’s bus station is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Peoria

PIAGreater Peoria
MLIMoline Quad-City
BMIBloomington-Normal

Airlines serving Peoria

Lufthansa
Good (7,156 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,363 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,030 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,965 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,273 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,244 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,350 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,494 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,090 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,713 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,453 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (860 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (653 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,173 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,876 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (485 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (722 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Peoria

Most booked hotels in Peoria

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Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 264 reviews)
$127+
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AmericInn by Wyndham Peoria
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 549 reviews)
$87+
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Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 153 reviews)
$132+
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Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria
2 stars
Good (7.9, 688 reviews)
$109+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton E Peoria Riverfront Conf Center
3 stars
Good (7.8, 440 reviews)
$151+
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Americas Best Value Inn East Peoria
2 stars
Good (7.4, 189 reviews)
$65+
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Renting a car in Peoria

Renting a car in Peoria costs $75 per day, on average, or $225 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Peoria is the Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch at 2050 W Pioneer Pkwy, which is 6 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Greater Peoria.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Peoria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Peoria is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Peoria costs $75 per day, on average, or $225 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Peoria is the Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch at 2050 W Pioneer Pkwy, which is 6 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Greater Peoria.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Peoria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Peoria is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Peoria

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$49/day

Supplier choice

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$51/day

Economy
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