3 days in Galena Itinerary

Galena is the largest city in and the county seat of Jo Daviess County, Illinois, with a population of 3,429 at the 2010 census. Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): make a trip to Fenelon Place Elevator Co..

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Chicago to Galena is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Galena when traveling from Chicago in August, with lows around 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Galena.

P.T. Murphy Magic Theatre has been added to your itinerary. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Galena: Eagle Point Park (in Dubuque), Spring Green (Wisconsin Canoe Company & The House on the Rock) and Brewery Pottery (in Mineral Point). See even more of Galena: sample the fine beverages at Blaum Bros. Distilling Co., steep yourself in history at Ulysses S. Grant Home, look for gifts at Chocolat, and go on a hair-raising tour with The Haunted Galena Tour Company.

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Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive back home.