Malls + Shopping Districts

Peoria boasts a rich tapestry of unforgettable and diverse retail experiences, national retailers, and charming local boutiques. With the guide below, you can unwrap our region's vibrant retail scene and uncover the hidden gems of shopping in the Greater Peoria area.

Campustown Shopping Center {Peoria} // Conveniently located next to Bradley University in Peoria, Campustown offers a wide range of things to do and places to eat.

Heritage Square Shopping Center {Peoria Heights} // Over seventy-five independently owned retail stores and restaurants call the central business district of Peoria Heights home. Make sure to stop into So Chic Boutique to find trendy gifts and party supplies galore. If you are looking for upscale shopping, walking into A Perfect Pear Boutique will be like walking into your dream closet. 

Junction City Shopping Center {Peoria} // Since 1956, Junction City Shopping Center has proudly served as Peoria’s first retail destination. From brick oven pizza to frozen yogurt and shopping that pleases all palettes, Junction City is a great place to shop ‘till you drop. 

The Levee District {East Peoria} // Right across the Illinois River, within minutes from Downtown Peoria, is the Levee District. Located in East Peoria’s downtown area, the Levee District is a mix of residential retailers like Costco and a shopping destination for visitors. Bass Pro Shops is located approximately a half-mile from the Levee District and draws over 3 million visitors annually. The Levee District is also home to the annual East Peoria Festival of Lights events, a two-month holiday extravaganza.

Metro Centre {Peoria} // Located in the heart of Peoria for more than 45 years is the Metro Centre, which features locally owned and operated stores that cannot be found anywhere else.

Northwoods Mall {Peoria} // Northwoods Mall is the largest shopping mall in the tri-county area. Conveniently located off I-74, this must-stop has over 90 stores with a style for everyone.

The Shoppes at Grand Prairie {Peoria} // Out on the North-end of town, you can find the open-aired shopping destination, The Shoppes at Grand Prairie, featuring popular stores like J Crew, Loft, and Dick’s Sporting Goods along with yummy local eats nearby. 

Washington Square {Washington} // The specialty shops that line the square are locally owned and operated by family businesses. Holland’s Mercantile is central Illinois’ original old fashioned general and candy store. Holland’s Caramel Corn features homemade, gourmet popcorn along with local ice cream from Uncle Bob’s. Visit Step Back in Time and peruse three floors of antiques, gifts, primitives, and collectibles, which have been family-owned for 30 years.

Westlake Shopping Center {Peoria} // When you are done at Northwoods Mall, you can head across the street to Westlake Shopping Center for a great mix of shopping and tasty food.