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Washington (Illinois)

City in Illinois, United States

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Overview

Washington is a city in Western Illinois, just east of Peoria and the Illinois River. It was founded in 1825. Washington is home to around 17,000 people (2016).

Where to eat, drink and stay

Eat4 places

Khoury's Restaurant
Great fast food place. Lebanese cuisine and wings, plus traditional fast food standards. Also sells Ben and Jerry's ice cream.
Address
305 Peoria Street
Phone
+1 309 444-1234
Michael's Italian Feast
Another Italian place. Delicious, soft sweet bread. Also, torpedo sandwiches and pizza bread are very good.
Address
1006 Peoria Street
Phone
+1 309 444-1984
The Blend
A coffee shop. Offers lattes, smoothies, baked goods and more. Warm, cozy atmosphere.
Address
1130 Peoria Street
Phone
+1 309 444-3700
Bernardi's
Yet another Italian restaurant. Dishes include pasta, chicken, and Italian desserts.
Address
2137 Washington Road
Phone
+1 309 745-5505

Sleep3 places

Sleep Inn and Suites
Nicest chain hotel in Washington.
Check-in
3PM
Check-out
11AM
Address
1101 N. Cummings Lane
Phone
+1 309 481-0450
Cornerstone Inn
Bed and breakfast with seven themed rooms.
Address
111 N. Main Street
Phone
+1 309 444-5632
Super 8 Motel
Decent, fairly inexpensive place to stay. Small continental breakfast.
Address
1884 Washington Road
Phone
+1 309 444-8881

Getting there and around

Getting there

By plane
Just west of Washington, the city of Peoria is home to a regional airport that receives flights from around the country.
By car
U.S Route 24 passes on the outskirts of Washington.
By train
Amtrak has a station in Bloomington-Normal, about 50 minutes southeast of Washington.

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General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport

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Get inThe city of Peoria's CityLink bus system makes a stop at Sunnyland Plaza, in the Sunnyland area of Washington.

DoWhile there is not a ton of things to do in Washington, there is still a decent amount. If you're in the mood for a movie, check out Carmike Sunnyland Cinema 10.

BuyThe Washington Downtown Historic Square is home to about 30 specialty shops.

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