Sara Lesire | Family Travel & Adventure | Midwest & More on Instagram: "🎄Magical Christmas getaway alert! #ad✨ Peoria, Illinois is a hidden gem city in central Illinois. An easy day or weekend trip from St. Louis to Chicago, there is so much to see here, especially for the holidays! ✨Our family had a quick weekend trip to Peoria and squeezed in so many festive things! Here are the best things to do in Peoria: 🌸 Luthy Botanical Garden - See the FREE and beautiful light displays, warm up in the

Shawnaci Schroeder on Instagram: "What will you do this winter to find joy alone? Visit Peoria, Illinois this winter for the perfect solo holiday weekend!! Christmas in the village is the perfect magical experience to start the holiday season. Stop over at Kelleher’s Irish Pub as they host a Christmas Pop-up Bar that will literally make you feel like you’re in a holiday movie!! End the night at Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette for a cozy night in with your favorite book #sponsored #solodate #chris