Attractions in Galena, Illinois
Amusements
Lil' General 815-777-6911
11357 US Highway 20 West, Galena, IL 61036
This beautifully landscaped, 18-hole, championship miniature golf course, complete with a cascading waterfall, rapids, streams, and a fountain will provide hours of fun... more info mapMay Family Pumpkin Barn 815-747-6832
1887 Highway 35 South, East Dubuque, IL 61025
East Dubuque
Enjoy traditional October family fun at this farm featuring pumpkins, apples, a bouncehouse, slide, corn maze, spookhouse, hay rides, farm animals, facepainting, Snoopy,... more info mapMiniature Golf at Chestnut Mountain Resort 815-777-1320
8700 West Chestnut Road, Galena, IL 61036
Play miniature golf on a course that overlooks the Mississippi River. Fun for all, Miniature Golf at Chestnut Mountain Resort, is located eight miles southeast of... more info mapNoreen's Old Tyme Photo 815-777-1250
220 Diagonal Street, Galena, IL 61036
Located at Dowling House ticket office
For the child in each of us, dress up and be photgraphed in Victorian, and Civil War costumes at Noreen's Old Tyme Photo. Or, you might rather pose in the bar, or jail... more info map
Historic Homes & Buildings
Apple River Fort & Interpretive Center 815-858-2028
Downtown Elizabeth, adjacent to Highway 20
This fort and center describes the area's Native Americans, its early miners, and the conflict that grew into the Black Hawk War. more info mapBelvedere Mansion 815-777-0747
1008 Park Avenue, Galena, IL 61036
This 22 room, Italianate mansion was built in 1857, for the Ambassador to Belgium. The home is furnished with Victorian pieces, items from Liberace's estate, and the... more info mapDeSoto House Hotel 815-777-0090
230 South Main Street, Galena, IL 61036
The DeSoto house, built in 1855, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It offers guestrooms, restaurants, lounges, meeting facilities, and a ballroom. more info mapDowling House 815-777-1250
220 Diagonal Street, Galena, IL 61036
Built in 1826, this is the oldest home in Galena. The home is built of native limestone and served as both a trading post, and a residence. It is furnished with... more info mapGalena Public Library & Historic Collection 815-777-0200
601 South Bench Street, Galena, IL 61036
The library was built in 1907 in the Greek Revival Style. It offers a reading room that features a mosaic fireplace, in a wisteria pattern. The extensive historic... more info mapGalena Post Office & Customs House 815-777-0225
110 Green Street, Galena, IL 61036
Built in 1857-1859 from Nauvoo limestone, this Renaissance Revival building is the second oldest continuously operating post office in the United States. It was also the... more info mapOld Stockade on the Cobblestone Street 815-777-1222
208 Perry Street, Galena, IL 61036
This log-built structure was used as a refuge for the women and children of the Galena area during the Blackhawk War of 1832. Galena's history from 1820s is traced in... more info mapUlysses S. Grant Home 815-777-0248
500 Bouthillier Street, Galena, IL 61036
This home was presented to General U.S. Grant upon his return to Galena in 1865. The house has been restored to its post-Civil War, and Grant presidency elegance. more info mapWashburne House State Historic House 815-777-3310
908 Third Street, Galena, IL 61036
This Greek Revival home was built in 1843, and received major additions in 1859 and 1860. The entire first floor has been restored, to tell the story of Elihu B.... more info map
Historic Sites & Monuments
Old Market House State Historic Site 815-777-3310
123 North Commerce Street, Galena, IL 61036
This 152 year old building was the center of community life during Galena's most prosperous era. It features an exhibit that tells about the property, from past to... more info mapThe Old Blacksmith Shop 815-777-1893
245 Commerce Street, Galena, IL 61036
This authentic 1897 blacksmith shop features working forges and an on-site historian. The original tools and equipment are on display. The Gift shop offers... more info map
Museums & Galleries
Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture & Design 815-777-4444
601 South Prospect Street, Galena, IL 61036
An international museum of architecture and design, the Chicago Athenaeum is "dedicated to the art of design in all areas of the discipline: architecture, industrial and... more infoChicago Great Western Museum 815-858-2098
East Myrtle Street, Galena, IL 61028
Off Highway 20 in downtown Elizabeth
Built in 1888, this museum is on the National Register of Historic Places. Many photographs and artifacts are on display, as well as railroad videos, and a railroad... more info mapGalena/Jo Daviess County History Museum 815-777-9129
211 South Bench Street, Galena, IL 61036
Housed in an 1858 mansion, the museum offers special exhibits featuring Grant and the Civil War, mining, steam boating, clothing, geology, toys, dolls, and agriculture. more info mapVinegar Hill Historic Lead Mine & Museum 815-777-0855
8885 North Three Pines Road, Galena, IL 61036
This underground lead mine is typical of the primitive mines of the era. It was originally mined by an Irishman in 1822 and was handed down from generation to... more info map
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Goldmoor Gardens 815-777-3925
9001 Sand Hill Road, Galena, IL 61036
Visit the beautifully designed annual and perennial gardens at the Goldmoor estate. Self-guided tours can be taken daily, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., May through October.... more info mapJewell's Prairie Nursery 815-598-3252
5350 South Derinda Road, Galena, IL 61028
Located in Elizabeth
See the display gardens, unusual trees, shrubs, perennials, and a diverse collection of hosta, at this site, which is nestled in a scenic rural setting. more info mapLinMar Gardens 815-777-1177
504 South Prospect Street, Galena, IL 61036
This three and a half acre garden is situated on natural limestone outcroppings. It features hostas, viburnums, conifers, grasses, daylilies, annuals, and perennials.... more info mapWest Street Sculpture Park-John Martinson 815-777-9591
620 South West Street, Galena, IL 61036
This outdoor gallery features large painted steel sculptures by local artist John Martinson. There is also an on-site metal studio. more info map
Tours & Cruises
All About A Ghost Tour 815-777-9252
227 South Dodge Street, Galena, IL 61036
Learn all about Galena's ghostly past and present, on this fascinating walking tour. All of the stories are authentic, and have been researched. This seasonal tour is... more info mapAmelia's Galena Ghost Tours 815-994-2868
204 Hill Street, Galena, IL 61036
Experience haunted Galena aboard a luxury air-conditioned or heated shuttle bus, learn history, legends and lore from their unique storytellers while meandering through... more info mapAnnie Wiggins Ghost Tour 815-777-0336
1004 Park Avenue, Galena, IL 61036
A costumed guide will lead you on this ghost tour of Galena's sites, and cemeteries, telling you all Galena's famous ghostly tales. Reservations are recommended for this... more info mapGalena Main Street Walking Tour 815-777-9129
Downtown Galena
Galena Historical Society guides will lead you on a tour that explores the history and architecture of Galena. Topics on the tour include mining, steam boating, U.S.... more info mapGalena On The Fly, Inc. 815-777-2747
2580 North Windy Lane, Galena, IL 61036
Have the adventure of a lifetime, as Galena On The Fly takes you on a hot air balloon ride over historic Galena, and the Illinois countryside. You might even see Iowa... more info mapGalena Trolley Tours 815-777-1248
314 South Main Street, Galena, IL 61036
Travel through this historic area viewing panoramas from the bluffs, as you enjoy these historically narrated trolley tours. One-hour nonstop tours are offered every... more info mapJack's Galena Carriage Company 815-275-9470
713 South Bench Street, Galena, IL 61036
Enjoy a 20 minute carriage ride down Park Avenue, past civil war era homes and buildings, and learn about the architecture and history of many of the homes on the route.... more info mapRiver Cruises on the Twilight 845-777-1660
301 South Commerce Street, Galena, IL 61036
Two-day, overnight Mississippi River cruises are offered, by this company. The cruise includes three meals each day, overnight lodging, entertainment, and side trips... more info mapRyan Mansion Tours of Victorian Life 815-281-0408
11373 Highway 20 West, Galena, IL 61036
Located 2 Miles West of Historic Downtown
Entertaining tour of the largest and finest historic mansion in Galena. Guides time travel to 1882 to provide an entertaining tour of Victorian Life. more infoTri-State Trolley 815-777-0820
4349 Industrial Park Drive, Galena, IL 61036
Discover a great way to see and enjoy the historic sights of Galena, with Tri State Trolley's fully narrated historic tour. Each trolley is climate controlled and ADA. ... more info map
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery 815-777-3330
515 South Main Street, Galena, IL 61036
Featuring over twenty varieties of wine, available for sampling, Galena Cellars also offers locally produced cheese and sausage, as well as a wide assortment of... more info mapMassbach Ridge Winery 815-291-6411
117 North Main Street, Galena, IL 61036
Located in Downtown Galena
Massbach Ridge Winery's tasting room in downtown Galena is open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 7:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. more info
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