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Best Landmarks in Galena Historic District

Discover the best landmarks in Galena Historic District. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best landmarks in Galena Historic District

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U.S. Grant Home State Historic Site

Step back in time at Ulysses S. Grant's beautifully preserved Galena home, offering a glimpse into the life of the Civil War hero and president.

500 Bouthillier St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 1,275 reviews
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Grant Park

Discover Galena's charm at Grant Park: history, recreation, and riverfront views await in this scenic downtown escape.

625 Park Ave, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 718 reviews
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Horseshoe Mound Preserve

Discover panoramic tri-state views and explore historical trails at Galena's Horseshoe Mound Preserve, a natural escape for all skill levels.

1679 N Blackjack Rd, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 330 reviews
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West Street Sculpture Park

Explore whimsical steel sculptures in a natural setting at Galena's unique West Street Sculpture Park. Open year-round, dawn to dusk!

620 S W St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 179 reviews
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Galena - Jo Daviess County Historical Society

Explore Galena's vibrant past at the Jo Daviess County Historical Society: mining, steamboats, and U.S. Grant await!

211 S Bench St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 173 reviews
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Belvedere Mansion

Experience Victorian elegance and Civil War history at Galena's Belvedere Mansion, a lavish 1857 Italianate masterpiece and gardens.

1008 Park Ave, Galena, IL 61036
3.9 Good 242 reviews
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Dowling House

Explore Galena's oldest house, a limestone gem built in 1826, offering a glimpse into the city's lead mining past and frontier life.

220 Diagonal St, Galena, IL 61036
4.5 Excellent 108 reviews
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Galena - U.S. Grant History Museum

Discover Galena's vibrant history and the legacy of Ulysses S. Grant in an elegant 19th-century mansion museum.

211 S Bench St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 85 reviews
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Amelia's Galena Ghost Tours, INC

Uncover Galena's ghostly tales with chilling walking and shuttle tours, blending history and mystery in a charming, historic setting.

129 S Main St, Galena, IL 61036
3.1 Average 208 reviews
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The Haunted Galena Tour Company

Experience Galena's dark history and ghostly legends with captivating storytelling and costumed guides on a chilling walking tour through haunted sites.

304 S Main St, Galena, IL 61036
4.8 Excellent 164 reviews

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