Overview
Peoria is a city inside of Phoenix, Arizona. Many visitors come to the area during the spring to see their favorite professional baseball team during Spring Training in the Cactus League.
2 sights · 5 things to do · 1 places to eat
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Best things about Peoria
Peoria Sports Complex
Spring training for the Padres and Mariners.
Lake Pleasant
Sky Zone Peoria
Arizona Broadway Theatre
Watch performers in major Broadway productions such as a Christmas Carol, Cabaret, Guys and Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie and more! Enjoy dinner and a show with their dinner theatres. A great place for a date, a family (at selec…
Lake Pleasant
Morristown. Contact Station 1-928-501-1710, Operations Center 602-372-7460. Enjoy Community activities, Water skiing, boating, tubing, sunbathing, camping, barbecues and family events, etc. at this park open 24/7 365. Be…
Peoria Sports Complex
One main stadium and 12 practice fields. Can be rented for baseball tournaments, concerts, weddings, etc.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Nov–Apr. Summer highs reach about 106°F; winter lows dip to about 45°F. Very hot (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jan and Feb. (climate data from nearby Phoenix)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions
- AZA Mesa Gateway Airport, Mesa — 39 mi away. Directions
Peoria is part of the Central West Valley of Arizona
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Peoria Sports Complex, Sky Zone Peoria
- Lunch Pho for Days
- Afternoon Lake Pleasant, AZ Ice Peoria
Day 2
- Morning Lake Pleasant, Arizona Broadway Theatre
- Afternoon Peoria Sports Complex
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
Peoria is part of the Central West Valley of Arizona
The Central west region is partly a newly developed area and one that has been around for years. It has many hidden treasures and is a great place for families, singles or anyone who wants to come and enjoy the beautiful west valley. From hiking to shopping and eating to playing baseball, everyone can come out and discover this hidden jewel.
See
See Lake Pleasant
Do
Do Arizona Broadway Theatre
Watch performers in major Broadway productions such as a Christmas Carol, Cabaret, Guys and Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie and more! Enjoy dinner and a show with their dinner theatres. A great place for a date, a family (at select shows) or anyone looking to see a little theatre!
Do Lake Pleasant
Morristown. Contact Station 1-928-501-1710, Operations Center 602-372-7460. Enjoy Community activities, Water skiing, boating, tubing, sunbathing, camping, barbecues and family events, etc. at this park open 24/7 365. Beautiful view of the desert with the sparkling lake in between. Great for families with children of all ages.
Do Peoria Sports Complex
One main stadium and 12 practice fields. Can be rented for baseball tournaments, concerts, weddings, etc.
Eat
Eat Pho for Days
Various pho options, many other Vietnamese foods
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