14 days in Peoria & Yellowstone National Park Itinerary

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Wildlife Prairie Park and David Davis Mansion State Historic Site. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Children's Discovery Museum and Miller Park Zoo. Explore Peoria's surroundings by going to Constitution Trail (in Bloomington), Springfield (Union Station - Lincoln from History to Hollywood, Old State Capitol, &more) and Pontiac (IL Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum, Livingston County War Museum, &more).

For ratings, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Peoria road trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Peoria. In July, daytime highs in Peoria are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Yellowstone National Park.

An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.

Family-friendly places like West Thumb Geyser Basin and Midway Geyser Basin will thrill your kids. Step off the beaten path and head to Grand Loop Road and Uncle Tom's Trail. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the waterfront views at Dragon's Mouth Springs, witness a stunning natural landmark at Castle Geyser, hike along Lone Star Geyser, and explore the striking landscape at Artists Paintpots.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Yellowstone National Park trip builder site.

You can fly from Peoria to Yellowstone National Park in 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Peoria to Yellowstone National Park due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Peoria in July: highs in Yellowstone National Park hover around 73°F, while lows dip to 39°F. On the 30th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.