About Galena

Find the perfect Galena Illinois Bed and Breakfast Inn and B&B's. Bed and Breakfasts and Inns are the most unique way to travel. Take a step back in time and enjoy the slower pace of life in historic Galena, Illinois. Bordered by the Mississippi River, scenic Galena, Illinois is located in the northwest region of Illinois. Over 85% of Galena's homes and buildings are on the National Registry of Historic Places, providing wonderful, lovingly preserved examples of a variety of architecture, including Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne, Gothic Revival, and more. Enjoy strolling through Galena's beautiful neighborhoods on your own, or join up with a guided tour. There are trolley tours as well as walking tours available, and many of Galena's historic homes and gardens are open to visitors. There are also a number of museums and historical sites in Galena, including the home of Ulysses S. Grant, who took up residency there a year before the start of the Civil War. Outdoor activities in the Galena area include, bird watching, ballooning, golf, biking, winter sports, hunting, fishing, horseback riding and more. Unlike a impersonal, chain hotel, our Galena, IL bed and breakfast inns and vacation rentals provide lodging accommodations that reflect the history of the area to help make your stay truly unique and memorable.