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Galena must see attractions
1. Belvedere Mansion
2. Grant Park
3. Grant Home
4. Old Market House
5. Dowling House
6. Old Blacksmith Shop
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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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Washburne House Historic Site
Learn about the fascinating Elihu Washburne, who helped shaped American politics during and after the Civil War, at his stately brick home in Galena.
Eagle Ridge Resort
Enjoy a round of golf in Galena at Eagle Ridge Resort. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Galena Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Galena at Galena Golf Club. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Galena
The Galena Territory
Though The Galena Territory might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eagle Ridge Resort and Horseshoe Mound.
Galena Historic District
Travelers come to Galena Historic District for its stunning river views, and you can see top attractions like Old Market House and Dowling House while you're in town.
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