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Galena, IL, United States
21 May — 22 May2
Galena, IL, United States
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Galena. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 14 May 2024.
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Galena:$225/night
Cheapest price found:$101/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Friday
$156 - $293
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$142 - $290
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

About Galena

Galena is a characterful town set on the Mississippi River and is filled with handsome red-brick mansions built in its mining heyday. There's a lively downtown core to discover and plenty of Civil War history to soak up.

Things to do in Galena

Downtown Galena is lined with antique stores, fudge shops, pancake houses, galleries and studios. Pinder Pottery is a favourite, offering DIY classes and workshops. If you love wine, visit the Galena Cellars tasting room. You can also tour the vineyard, located just outside of town.

Historic buildings like the 19th-century Dowling House showcase Galena's lead-mining boom. You can also visit the grand Ulysses S. Grant Home. It was built by local citizens as a gift for the famous Civil War general who went on to become the 18th president of the United States. Take a tour of the house to see its beautiful period furnishings.

There's plenty on offer for nature lovers, including scenic kayaking trips on the Mississippi. For the best views in town, head up Horseshoe Mound to capture sweeping views of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. Alternatively, soar high over the Illinois countryside on a hot-air balloon ride over the Illinois countryside.

The Apple River Fort State Historic Site offers a glimpse at life in 19th-century Galena. It often hosts historic re-enactments featuring costumed actors and Civil War props. Don’t forget to visit the Old Blacksmith Shop, which features a working forge.

Getting around Galena

The best way to get around downtown Galena is on foot, while horse and carriage rides are a novel way to explore the area. Rental cars let you explore Jo Daviess County at your own pace. The drive to Chicago takes around three hours.

Facts about staying in Galena

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  • What are the best hotels in Galena?

    Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa (8.3/10 from 821 reviews), Irish Cottage Inn & Suites (8.7/10 from 840 reviews), and Stoney Creek Inn Galena (8.6/10 from 1,746 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Galena.

  • What is a good hotel near Old Market House State Historic Site?

    A good hotel close to Old Market House State Historic Site is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites (rated 8.7/10 from 840 reviews).

  • How much do hotels in Galena cost?

    $472/night is the average price of a hotel in Galena, based on HotelsCombined searches over the last 3 days. For 4-star hotels in Galena, the average price found is $608/night, and for 5-star hotels the average price is $579/night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Galena?

    Over the last 3 days, Galena hotels have been found for as cheap as $127/night in searches by HotelsCombined users. For stays from 17 May to 19 May in Galena, the lowest price found was $207/night.

  • How much is a hotel in Galena tonight?

    Prices for a hotel in Galena tonight are about $454 on average, but HotelsCombined users have found prices as low as $127 for tonight in the last 3 days. The best price found for a 4-star hotel in Galena tonight is $402.

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