- Our list of the best things to do in Galena, Illinois, features the top 64 nearby activities — including 27 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Galena, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Outdoor Places.
- The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Galena, IL , followed by 39 popular activities in nearby cities, including Dubuque, Platteville and Savanna
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The coffee is roasted to impart one of many flavors, including whiskey, marshmallow, pumpkin spice, and bacon
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Jamie's Wine Studio is a wine store and bar that specializes in selling locally produced wines from nearby wineries. Visitors enjoy trying some of the bar's wines by the glass or specialty liqueurs in the sampling room.
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The Chestnut Mountain Resort spans on over 220 acres, descending 475 feet from its highest point to its lowest. With top ski slopes, according to Ski Magazine, a golf course during summer and a spacious hotel, this resort is ideal for both short visits or longer stays.
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A piece of local history, the Dowling House is the oldest house in Galena. Built in limestone, the house is equipped according to the 1820's, in order to make its visiting as genuine as possible.
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Linmar Gardens is a good park which is spruced up with many different varieties of plants. There are new additions and upgrades regularly, and every visit will be a rather different and one
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The Eagle Ridge Resort is a 6800 wooded acres outdoors and indoors facility involving golf courses, hiking trails, horse riding and hot air balloon rides, between many other things. The indoors facilities include spas and spacious conference rooms.
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West Street Sculpture Park is a very funny and thought provoking holiday destination. One can develop a positive spirit and creative outlook after spending a day here. It pays tribute to some well-known events.
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Featuring works from artist Thomas Mangelsen, Images of Nature is an art gallery filled with photographs of picturesque nature scenes. These pictures include scenic landscapes, animals in their natural habitat, and numerous others.
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211 S Bench Street, Galena, IL 61036
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The Galena Historical Society & Museum is a historical museum dedicated to educating the public about the history of Galena. The museum showcases a variety of exhibits such as a Ulysses S. Grant exhibit and a Vicksburg Flag exhibit.
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The General at Eagle Ridge is a very good holiday destination for golf players and fans alike. The course is open only on certain days. The grounds are well maintained and the store is available for shopping.
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Often called the 'Downton Abbey' of Galena, the Belvedere Mansion and Gardens is an essential visit for fans of the Civil War era. Guided tours run from May through November and visitors are also encouraged to enjoy the property's pristine gardens.