Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Galena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Galena

With a population of 3,429, Galena is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Galena to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Galena

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Summit Food & Spirits (8700 West Chestnut Road) and Vinny Vanucchi's 'Little Italy' - Galena (201 S Main) are great picks.

When to visit Galena

Galena in July
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Galena in July
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Galena in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Galena, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Galena

Plane

When flying to Galena, you’ll arrive at Dubuque (DBQ), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Galena departs from Denver and takes around 8h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Galena is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 148 miles from Galena. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Galena, you’ll arrive at Dubuque (DBQ), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Galena departs from Denver and takes around 8h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Galena is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 148 miles from Galena. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Galena

MSNMadison Truax Field
MLIMoline Quad-City
CIDCedar Rapids

Airlines serving Galena

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,555 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,496 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,003 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,410 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,243 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,116 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,469 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,003 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,604 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,160 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in Galena

Average rates range from around $260 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $323 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Stoney Creek Inn Galena and Grant Hills Motel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Galena, with prices from $66 to $341 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Galena are about 206% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Galena by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Galena

Most booked hotels in Galena

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Irish Cottage Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 616 reviews)
$100+
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Stoney Creek Inn Galena
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1574 reviews)
$96+
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Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1458 reviews)
$77+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Galena, IL
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1196 reviews)
$98+
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Chestnut Mountain Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 351 reviews)
$92+
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Best Western Galena Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 700 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Galena

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Galena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Galena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.