Ranked as one of the Top 100 Places to Live in the year 2008 by Money Magazine, Peoria is definitely one of the most upcoming tourist spots in the country. Surrounded by immense natural beauty and the jagged terrain of Sonoran Desert, there are plenty of activities one can indulge in over here. From a number of walking, hiking and biking trails for the outdoor enthusiasts to a range of art galleries and museums for the art lovers, Peoria has something for everyone. Here are a few popular tourist spots in the city:
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
Literally an oasis in the desert, Lake Pleasant is the crown jewel of Peoria city. Spread over 10,000 acres, including the lake, two marinas and watercraft rentals, Lake Pleasant offers an unmatched experience of desert exploration to its visitors. From boating, fishing, hiking and walking trails, kayaking, camping and an array of water sports, tourists can never get bored over here. Moreover, the lake and the park also offers a widespread trail system, gliding lessons at Turf Soaring School and a number of archeological sites.
Address: 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown, AZ 85342
Phone: 1 (928) 501 1710
Timings: 06:00 am to 10:00 pm (Monday to Sunday)
Website:
http://www.maricopacountyparks.net/
Arizona Challenger Space Center
Take a trip to the stars at the Arizona Challenger Space Center. Opened in July 2000, the Challenger Space Center is a famous resource center that is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. Focused on promoting space exploration and other scientific quests, this place is known for its simulated flight missions for all ages. The space center is also offers various space camps, storytelling sessions, telescope classes and an indoor planetarium for both locals and visitors.
Address: 21170 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85382, United States
Phone: 1 623 322 2001
Timings: 10:00 am to 04:00 pm (Monday to Saturday), Sunday Closed
Website: http://www.azchallenger.org/
Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
Established in December 2006, Peoria Center for the Performing Arts is a famous 250 seat theater in the city. It operated by Theater Works, a popular acting company in the state. Designed by the famous architect – Westlake Reed Leskosky, Peoria Center for the Performing Arts also received the Best New Playhouse by Phoenix New Times in the year 2008.
Address: 8355 W Peoria Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345, United States
Phone: 1 623 815 7930
Timings: 09:00 am to 01:00 pm (Monday to Friday)
Website:
http://theaterworks.org/
Peoria Arizona Historical Society Museum
Founded in the year 1990, Peoria Arizona Historical Society’s vision is to protect and preserve all the historical buildings and artifacts that are related to the city’s heritage. Its headquarters are based in Peoria Central School Building. Peoria Arizona Historical Society Museum was established by the society to display all the exhibits and artifacts collected.
Address: 10304 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345, United States
Phone: 1 623 487 8030
Timings: 10:00 am to 02:00 pm (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday), Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday Closed
Website:
http://www.peoriahistoricalsociety.org/
West Valley Art Museum
West Valley Art Museum is another popular museum located in the city of Peoria. It is known for housing several historical artifacts that are displayed through regular exhibits at the Peoria City Hall.
Address: 8401 W Monroe St, Peoria, AZ 85345, United States
Phone: 1 623 972 0635
Timings: 10:00 am to 04:00 pm (Monday to Wednesday), 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm (Thursday), Friday, Saturday and Sunday Closed
Website:
http://www.wvam.org/
AZ Ice Peoria
Visitors can try their hand at ice skating at one of the most popular tourists spots of the city. If you have never done ice skating before or are just a beginner, then do not worry, AZ Ice Peoria offers ice skating lessons as well. They even have skate rentals for almost all foot sizes.
Address: 15829 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85382, United States
Phone: 1 (623) 334-1200
Timings: Call for timings
Website:
http://azice.com/peoria/
Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
Opened in December 2011, Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park is the first ever trampoline park to allow people of any shape, age and size to jump and leap at a trampoline. Spread over 27,930 square feet, it is the largest indoor trampoline park in the entire state. The trampolines are designed in such a way, that each jumper is entitled to their own square where they can safely jump. However, most just end jumping from square to square and into a foam pit. Besides jumping on the trampoline, one can also indulge in a number of other activities like 3D dodge ball, trampoline basketball and a variety of other fitness programs.
Address: 9040 W Larkspur Dr #134, Peoria, AZ 85381, United States
Phone: 1 623 979 4000
Timings: 10:00 am to 08:00 pm (Monday to Thursday), 10:00 am to 09:00 pm (Friday), 10:00 am to 10:00 pm (Saturday), 10:00 am to 07:00 pm (Sunday)
Website:
http://www.skyzone.com/peoria/
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