Peoria, Illinois, located along the Illinois River, is a vibrant city known for its rich history, cultural attractions, and scenic landscapes. It is the largest city on the river and serves as a hub for commerce, healthcare, and education in central Illinois. Key attractions include the Peoria Riverfront Museum, Caterpillar Visitors Center, and numerous parks and trails that highlight the area's natural beauty.
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Peoria, Illinois, area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - 3 Hour 56 Minute Flight
Why go?
Gambling, Hoover Dam, Death Valley National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Partying, more Gambling.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from PIA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $80+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 1 Hour 11 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Chicago
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
American from PIA - See flight deals
United from PIA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $89+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Miami, Florida (MIA, FLL) - 2 Hour 51 Minute Flight
Why go?
Beaches, outdoors activities, clubs, restaurants, culture. I just ask that you please please please venture out beyond Miami Beach.
What to do?
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When to go?
Any time of the year, but best is October - February for perfect weather. Avoid the spring break crowd in late Feb/early March the best you can.
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from PIA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $67+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the following neighborhoods to step away from the "typical Miami": Wynwood, Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Edgewater.
Denver, Colorado (DEN) - 2 Hour 31 Minute Flight
Why go?
Mountains, beer, National Parks, hiking, clean city, nice people.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-round. Ski in the winter. Hike in the summer.
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from PIA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $59+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Orlando, Florida (MCO) - 2 Hour 25 Minute Flight
Why go?
Theme parks. Disney & Universal. Bring bug spray and an umbrella if you go during the summer. It's not my favorite city, but there's a reason why it's the #1 tourism city year after year in the US.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Orlando
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from PIA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $57+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Nashville, Tennessee (BNA) - 1 Hour 16 Minute Flight
Why go?
Music (not just country), endless bars, brewpubs, hot chicken.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Nashville
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from PIA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $43+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Stay in the Gulch or near printer's alley.
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