Skin Dimensions Day Spa in Peoria, Illinois, was established in 1991 as an inviting day spa with a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere, and offers excellent spa services that include facials, massage, manicures, pedicures, body treatments, makeup services. Located within Sonderstrom Skin Institute, many of the spa and cosmetic services available at our day spa complement skin care treatments provided by the skin institute. A massage at Skin Dimensions Day Spa provides complete relaxation for body, mind and soul, and provides welcome relaxing and healing benefits. READ MORE

The Spirit of Peoria in Peoria, Illinois, is a delightful paddleboat that was built in 1988, and offers memorable cruises up and down the Illinois River, with the enormous, apple red paddlewheel leisurely churning through the water, taking you to your destination while you enjoy on board live entertainment. There are many cruises available on board our cruise ship, ranging from regular sightseeing cruises, exciting themed cruises, moonlight cruises, murder mystery dinner cruises, we even have a zombie cruise with you dressed in a halloween or zombie character. The Spirit of Peoria is the perfect, unique venue for hosting private parties, and private charters of our cruise ship are ideal for weddings, corporate events and many other private events.READ MORE

Forest Park Nature Center in Peoria, Illinois, is a 500 acre state nature preserve offering enjoyable hiking trails that will take you through spectacular forested woodlands and prairies, include some trails that are wheelchair accessible. Facilities at our nature center include a natural history museum, a bird observation room, The Trailhead Nature Store that is stocked with interesting, environmentally-friendly gifts and items. A stunning "A" frame building at Forest Park Nature Center is a charming, rustic venue for hosting weddings, business meetings, presentations and many other events, and unique birthday parties include a 45 minute hike accompanied by a naturalist and 45 minutes party time.READ MORE

Qdoba Mexican Grill in Peoria, Illinois, is an interesting Mexican restaurant with an open kitchen that allows guests to watch our talented chefs create delicious servings of Mexican cuisine that has been customized to suit dietary needs as well as taste preferences. At our Mexican restaurant steak and chicken is grilled in front of you, and our pulled pork is slow roasted on a daily basis to ensure a fresh, tasty flavor, and not forgetting the popular guacamole which is freshly hand-smashed daily. At Qdoba Mexican Grill we are passionate about serving quality, flavorful and innovative meals, and this passion is apparent in the resulting handcrafted Mexican cuisine that has visitors returning time and again to our Mexican restaurant. READ MORE

Peoria Zoo in Peoria, Illinois, is an amazing and interesting zoo that is committed to wildlife conservation, providing excellent, high standards of care for animals and ensuring our zoo is a place where family and friends will spend many happy hours wandering among the many large enclosures. Our zoo also offers many interesting and factual educational programs, and our fully stocked gift shop includes a selection of beautiful gifts. The Zambezi River Village at Peoria Zoo offers a simulated African experience with colorful Colobus monkeys, red river hogs, mandrills and African lions, and right next door is Zambezi River Lodge, a unique venue for conferences, receptions and many other private events for up to 200 guests.READ MORE

At Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer in Peoria, Illinois, visitors can look forward to an amazing dining experience in our downtown restaurant where an eclectic menu of amazing and unique meals, including a extensive bar menu, await them. The interior of our restaurant exudes warmth and comfort, and guests have a choice of traditional meals, signature items, some exotic dishes and our menu also includes vegetarian dishes. To further enhance your meal we have a selection of craft beers, bourbons, hand-crafted cocktails and wine. Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer offers semi-private space for private parties as well as The Loft, located on the 2nd floor and features a dining area and a well-stocked bar. READ MORE

The Fox Pub and Cafe in Peoria, Illinois, is a delightful pub with a fun and interesting British theme, and since opening its doors in 2009 has become a popular meeting place known for serving super meals, refreshing beer and plenty of action and entertainment. The menu at our pub includes favorite English and American cuisine, the best fish and chips, and not forgetting the ever popular Beefeater brisket sandwich that has customers coming back for more. Put on your thinking caps and head off to The Fox Pub and Cafe on Thursday evenings, our quiz nights, and enjoy fun filled, brain racking trivia games. Our pub also offers live entertainment on selected Saturday events featuring great acoustic music. READ MORE

Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, Illinois, is more than just an interesting museum filled with art, history, science and exciting exhibitions, it is also home to Dome Planetarium where visitors can relax and enjoy breathtaking shows featuring astronomy and space education. Permanent collections at our museum includes fine art and folk art by national and international artists, as well as natural sciences that feature archaeological and geological specimens. The gift shop at Peoria Riverfront Museum is stocked with art, jewelry, history books, souvenirs, eco-friendly art kits and many other interesting and unique gifts and items.READ MORE

Avanti's Restaurant in Peoria, Illinois, first opened the doors of their Italian restaurant in 1966, and although we offer a choice of five locations, diners are assured of enjoying the same excellent service, delicious Italian cuisine and great prices. Our Italian restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere for a delightful dine-in experience of tasty selection of Italian cuisine made from our own traditional recipes, and we also offer takeout and delivery options. Avanti's Restaurant is a popular venue for hosting private parties, business meetings and many other functions, and with our excellent our catering services and banquet facilities we can accommodate and cater for large or small functions.READ MORE

The Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, Illinois, was established in 1982, and this civic center functions as a multipurpose event facility that features an expansive arena that can seat up to 11 330 spectators, a large theater, exhibition halls and an abundance of meeting space. The skilled event planning staff at our civic center will work with you to arrange an successful, customized event that will suit your budget, and impress your guests. The Peoria Civic Center is a great venue for hosting weddings and receptions, and with the excellent catering services provided by Savor Peoria, our on site caterers, you can look forward to a relaxed and memorable wedding day.READ MORE