Grand View Drive

Great 15-minute scenic drive - on one side, a variety of nice historic, fancy homes and on the other side, various views overlooking the Illinois River. Nice walking path alongside. A few places to park, get out, walk around, and take in the views.

Beautiful drive, but hard to find. While we were passing through Peoria, we added this to our drive. It took us several tries with Garman to find the address given. No luck. Finally, we stopped at a Subway and got a soda and asked them. They gave us good directions and we found it. Don't give up, it is worth the hassle. It only takes about 15 minutes to drive, so we picked up some to-go sandwiches and sat at a park bench and enjoyed the afternoon.

What a beautiful scenic drive - on one side, a variety of nice homes and on the other, various picturesque views of the Illinois River. In May, we also had the bonus of seeing some blooming trees and flowers. Nice walking path and people were out enjoying a fine spring day. This is a short (15 minute) drive but well worth it.

Like others, the drive/walk was worth it. Many of the houses are incredible - some even look like a castle on a hilltop. The views over the Illinois River are beautfiul and well worth the drive.

See awesome views and amazing homes as you take this scenic drive. Several benches and picnic tables along the way. I'd suggest starting at the end by the river fr most convenient viewing.

Theodore Roosevelt visited Peoria during his presidency and viewed the drive from the lower park up to Peoria Heights. During his ride, he called the place, “the world’s most beautiful drive.” After those famous words a radio station WMBD was named and has been broadcasting at AM1470 ever since. Check both out. Better yet, take a well stocked picnic basket and view the Illinois River from far above. Fall foliage is best, in my opinion.

Yes, there are some nice views of the Illinois River Valley, but they are not very special. It is unclear where the drive starts (and ends). I decided to park my car and to walk along N Grandview Dr. This did not change my impression of what Grand View Drive has to offer. I was certainly impressed by the large houses built along this road. The variation in architecture is stunning and the houses are nice to look at.

I couldn't find this already listed on Trip Advisor, but it is right by the Grand view Drive and has really grand views.

It cost a whopping $2 to ride the elevator up to the observation decks of the water tower.

It was a beautiful day and we could see for miles. There are brass "plaques" around the deck letting you know how far it is to places around the globe, I pasted in 3 I took toward London, Oslo, and our home - New Orleans.

If there is any breeze on the ground, take off or hold onto your hat up on the observation decks - it is windier up there.

This drive is up above the river. The views are great. There are places to picnic. And parking. And there are some really nice houses to also look at.

Wonderful view of the Illinois River and beautiful houses. Great scenic drive with places to park and enjoy the view.