Peoria Arizona

Distance from downtown: 13 miles
Web: www.peoriaaz.com

Peoria has quietly become the Northwest Valley's second-largest city, but still maintains its charming, small-town character.

Peoria has spent millions to refurbish its downtown, building a sparkling new city hall, a library and a public safety complex.

The Peoria Sports Complex, home to baseball's San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners, draws thousands of fans to the Northwest Valley.

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