If you love exploring a good historic district in Illinois, chances are you’ve got your sights set on a trip to Galena! This beautiful and historic downtown district is one of the best in the country, and it’s no wonder that Galena is one of the country’s favorite small towns.

Galena is home to one of the best historic districts in Illinois, and it's packed with things to do, shops to visit, and places to see.
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Galena got its start as a mining town in the early 1800s, and soon the population boomed thanks to natural resources and a strategic riverfront location.
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Ulysses S. Grant lived in Galena in the 1860s, and the town gained some national attention during his rise to battlefield fame.
Today, Galena is considered one of the most charming small towns in the nation.
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The Galena Historic District spans most of the city, and there are more than 800 buildings that have been noted as historically significant.
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The streets are lined with more than 100 shops and boutiques selling everything from vintage and modern clothing to antiques, books, and toys.
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Anyone who enjoys a day browsing vintage shops and artisan goods will have the time of their life here in this beautiful and scenic downtown.
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Visit the town’s website to learn all about what Galena has to offer and plan a trip to this popular tourist destination in Illinois. It’s packed with charm and makes for an absolutely delightful weekend getaway!

For more of our favorite small towns in the Land of Lincoln, read The Heart And Soul Of Illinois Is The Small Towns, And These 7 Have The Best Downtown Areas, and get to planning your next day trips and weekend getaways.

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