Galena Historic District Travel Guide
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Visit Galena Historic District
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.

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

Cocktail Adventure Tour 21+
Top hotels in Galena Historic District

Hotel Julien Dubuque
"Older property, but well maintained, quiet and clean. Walking distance to nice restaurants and sites around town."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites
"Nice motel. Staff was very nice. Bar was nice and breakfast was good."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
"Very clean room, comfortable bed and pillows, and bright bathroom. The buffet breakfast was also very good and included with the stay. We would stay here again."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Grand Harbor Resort
"Closing times for the pool and arcade seemed to be all Willy nilly so that was a bit annoying with children but otherwise it was a great stay!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque
"Room was very clean cleaning staff very courteous. The breakfast bar was just perfect for a nights stay at that budget. Didn’t have the opportunity to check out the bar and restaurant but had heard it’s very nice. If we’re in the Dubuque area again, we will definitely stay at this motel."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Stoney Creek Inn Galena
"Great place. Great price. Good free breakfast. The best coffee. Close to everything."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
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.




