Galena Historic District
Galena
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Popular places to visit
Old Market House
Make this historic market building your first stop in Galena. Part welcome center, part museum, it gives you a perfect introduction to the city.
Dowling House
Get an authentic look at the past inside this pretty and historic building, the oldest house in the town of Galena and now a captivating museum.
Old Blacksmith Shop
Live demonstrations provide a fascinating experience at this blacksmith shop, with anvils and fire pokers glowing red hot and bending to the might of the hammer.
Belvedere Mansion
Most of this lavish mansion and its landscaped gardens are open for tours so you can appreciate its glorious Italianate design.
Grant Home
Retrace the daily life of Ulysses S. Grant in his Galena home, where he and his family lived between the Civil War and their move to the White House.
Grant Park
Enjoy the sun in this small but beautiful park, which is scattered with colorful flowerbeds, historic monuments and shaded picnic areas.
Things to do
Downtown Galena Food and Drink Tour
Top hotels in Galena Historic District
Hotel Julien Dubuque
Beautiful place, well decorated for the holidays and walking distance to most restaurants
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
Friendly, helpful staff!
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Stoney Creek Inn Galena
Breakfast was fresh eggs, sausage, potatoes.Pancakes, muffins, bagels, bread and the usual toppings. The hot tub had clear water and fresh scent. The facility had softened water for drinking and bathing. So nice. Complimentary coffee 24/7. Snack bar and quiet little adult bar.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
Marie at front desk worked hard to fight computer problems that were plaguing the area. Pool was biggest in a hotel I have seen. And it was warm too. Hot tub was great. Easy access to downtown Galena. Clean hallways, room and good breakfast.
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
Best Western Galena Inn & Suites
Room was clean and front desk person was super friendly. Bed was comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites
The staff were great, the breakfast was blah,room was fine and parking was very easy.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Galena Historic District
The Galena Territory
The Galena Territory might not have many top sights, but Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Horseshoe Mound are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
