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The Best Things to Do Near Galena, IL

One of the best aspects of Galena country is that there is truly something for everyone. Enjoying a good wine tasting, touring historic homes, including that of President U.S. Grant, dining in marvelous restaurants, kayaking down the Galena River, taking a nature walk, playing golf on one of many of the area’s courses, visiting a working dairy farm, and shopping Main Street’s blocks of unique stores are just some of the activities that make a stay in Galena so wonderful.


To get a great sense of the variety of options, click here for Galena Country’s website.  You can also electronically access Galena Country’s official visitors guide.

Wineries

One sip will leave you swooning. The wineries in the Galena area are an incredibly popular couples activity, and with so many vineyards to tour and drinks to swish, it can be hard to decide which ones are worth your time. Read our wining guide for info on the best tasting experiences in town.

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

When people visit Galena, they are usually trying to get away from the daily grind and find someplace to decompress. If this fits you perfectly, then it’s high time you explore the great outdoors of northwestern Illinois. Hike the Galena River Trail, ride a horse at the Shenandoah Riding Center, or zipline at Long Hollow. We cover all this and more in our outdoor activities article.

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MUSEUMS

Galena, IL is well known for its storied past, with many historic destinations you’ll want to visit. See the home of Ulysses S Grant, visit the Galena & Grant Museum, take a Galena ghost tour, stop by the Old Blacksmith Shop, and so much more, You will begin to understand why many have referred to Galena as “the town that time forgot.”

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Galena Golf Club

Hit the links at the Galena Golf Club! This 18 hole golf course has been around since 1927 and features a good variety of holes with pars 3, 4 and 5. Great for beginners or seasoned pros. Swing by and book a tee time today.

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Burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and wings…these are a few of our favorite things! Galena Brewing Company has dozens of craft beers to try with excellent pub food options to keep your palate engaged throughout the whole meal.

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