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 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

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

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

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

The Mark Twain Hotel in Peoria, Illinois, was built way back in 1967, and after many hand-changes and major transforming renovations, this hotel offers comfortable and relaxing accommodation suitable for business or leisure travelers in any of our 110 guest rooms, one of which is a handicapped accessible room. All the guest rooms at our hotel feature cable television, wi-fi, fridge, microwave, coffee-making facilities, and we also have a library where guests can unwind with a good book. A fully equipped fitness center enables guests to maintain fitness workouts while staying at our hotel. A hot breakfast at the Mark Twain Hotel's onsite restaurant provides a perfect start to full, fun-filled days.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

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

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 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