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

Cyd’s Gourmet Kitchen Cafe and Catering in Peoria, Illinois, was established in 1988 as a family owned catering company, and over the years has built up a stellar reputation as a cafe, takeout, event planning and catering company that is committed to providing excellent and service to its valued customers. With an on-site bakery, our cafe is able to offer freshly baked breads, pastries and many other baked goodies that will appease hungry palates. Customized gift baskets from Cyd’s Gourmet Kitchen Cafe and Catering make ideal gifts for any occasion, and our excellent catering services are perfect for corporate clients, weddings, business meetings, private parties and many other events.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

Murphy's Salon and Day Spa in Peoria, Illinois, welcomes you to their day spa and hair salon where a tranquil and warm atmosphere, together with enjoyable spa treatments and hair services await you. A visit to our day spa and hair salon is a pampering and refreshing experience, and once you have enjoyed a soothing, customized massage, our facials, manicures and pedicures will complete the renewed, revitalized and beautiful you. Manicures and pedicures can be enjoyed while you are having your hair beautifully styled. A visit to Murphy's Salon and Day Spa promises to be a pampering spa experience, with personal attention and professional service from our skilled therapists and hair stylists.READ MORE

Two25 in Peoria, Illinois, ideally located onsite in the Mark Twain Hotel, is an elegant restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere and offers diners a delightful dining experience of creative meals made from the freshest ingredients and complemented by a wine selected from our extensive wine list that is served by the glass, flight or bottle. For guests on the go our restaurant features an express lunch buffet, and for relaxed dinners, enjoy a serving of Australian rack of lamb or gourmet pizza, followed by a decadent dessert. Two25 has several private rooms that are ideal for private parties, wine tasting, business meetings and many other events, and with the help of our event manager, you can look forward to a well organized, memorable event.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

Kellehers Irish Pub and Eatery in Peoria, Illinois, is housed in a beautifully restored old warehouse with a delightful riverfront location, and in this attractive environment guests visiting our Irish pub can enjoy traditional Irish cuisine and American-style pub meals, either indoors on outside. To further enhance delicious meals served in our Irish pub, we offer a choice of 20 imported drafts, 90 varieties of bottled beers, a selection of liquors and wine. The appealing atmosphere and character of Kelleher's Irish Pub and Eatery makes our pub the perfect venue for hosting business meetings, private parties, bridal showers and many other special events for up to 75 guests.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

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 PlayHouse Children's Museum in Peoria, Illinois, is a unique and interesting children's museum that opened its doors in 2015, and offers interactive, hand-on activities that promotes creativity and imagination in children and families from all backgrounds. Visiting the children's museum is a fun, all-day outing for families from all walks of life, and it is our mission to inspire and encourage children through a range of programs and events to suit all ages. The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum is a great venue for hosting unique private parties, and we have three birthday party packages to choose from to make your party a special, memorable occasion. READ MORE