Galena Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

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 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.

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.

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.

Belvedere Mansion
Most of this lavish mansion and its landscaped gardens are open for tours so you can appreciate its glorious Italianate design.

Grant Park
Enjoy the sun in this small but beautiful park, which is scattered with colorful flowerbeds, historic monuments and shaded picnic areas.
Activities

Downtown Galena Food and Drink Tour
Our pick of the best Galena Historic District Hotel Deals

Charming 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Downtown Galena with WiFi, AC
"Great location. Did have two bedrooms which was a pleasant surprise!"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Hotel Julien Dubuque
"Great stay at this historical property in an amazing location! Most of downtown Dubuque is within walking distance as is the riverfront, casino, and museums. Wonderful huge room with river views in addition to spacious fitness center and fun bar on site. Will stay here again in future."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites
"Rooms were clean, bed was very comfortable. The free breakfast was great especially the Irish Oatmeal. I had a Rueben that was fantastic!"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
"Very clean room and a great breakfast!"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Stoney Creek Inn Galena
"Excellent staff, very friendly. Nice relaxing place to stay."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque
"I found that the property and the room were dated. However, for the price, it provided a clean, very basic room with fridge and fair sized TV. Breakfast was adequate and enough to get me on the road. At this price, it was a clean and comfortable place to get a few hours sleep."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in 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.





