Peoria, Illinois, USA

Peoria is the largest city on the Illinois River and the county seat of Peoria County Illinois, in the United States. It is home to the company Caterpillar Inc, around which most of its economy revolves. It is also known as the average American town, however residents take great pride in what their city has to offer.

Attractions in Peoria include its riverfront area, Lakeview museum, Glen Oak Park and Zoo and Luthy Botanical gardens. Grandview Drive features some of Peoria's grandest homes and a variety of truly spectacular views of the river.

Things to See and Do

* Lakeview Museum
* The Glen Oak Park and Zoo
* Luthy Botantical Gardens
* Paddlewheel riverboat cruise
* Grandview Drive

General information

Cruise Season – May - October
Currency - United States Dollar (USD)
Language – English
Population – 115,000 approx
Land Area - 115 km2
Electricity – 2 perpendicular flat pins USA style or with a round pin below
Time - GMT minus six hours
International Country Telephone Code – 1

Port Location – The port at Peoria is located on the Illinois River.

Travel Links – The Greater Peoria Regional Airport provides daily flights to several cities, including the hubs at Chicago O'Hare, Denver, St. Louis, Dallas/Fort Worth, Atlanta, and Minneapolis, and more limited flights to leisure destinations including Las Vegas, Detroit, Phoenix/Mesa, Orlando, and Tampa.

Many visitors fly into Chicago or St. Louis and drive to Peoria. Each city is approximately 150 miles from Peoria and the drive takes 2 1/2 to 3 hours, depending on traffic. Indianapolis is 200 miles away and takes 3 1/2 to 4 hours to reach by car.

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