Next month, dozens of hot air balloons will take to the sky during the Galena Balloon Race, which is always a wonderful celebration filled with live music, some of the best hot air balloon rides near Chicago, and a breathtaking night glow event. The Great Galena Balloon Race is not only visually beautiful, but it’s also one of the best times to enjoy Galena hot air balloon rides.
Riding in a hot air balloon in Galena is a magical experience, and it’s an experience many of our guests have enjoyed over the years. There’s nothing that compares to drifting along, high above the rolling green landscapes of northwestern Illinois. It also happens to be a great way to mark special occasions! However, it really is just one of the many incredible things to do in Galena, IL. Fill the rest of your weekend itinerary with wine tastings at places like Galena Cellars Vineyard, walking along the trails at places like Horsehoe Mound, or browsing the unique shops in downtown Galena.
Don’t forget to add on a massage and some relaxing downtime on the back porch of our Bed and Breakfast in Galena, IL. When it comes to choosing where to stay in Galena, there’s nothing that beats a few days at our luxury Inn. Our Bed and Breakfast Galena IL is located within walking distance to downtown, and offers an incomparable getaway, with delicious breakfasts, sumptuous & well-appointed guest suites, a thoughtfully curated tray of wine and afternoon goodies for you to enjoy each day of your stay, and so much more. It’s the getaway you’ve been dreaming of. Book your room today!
Soar with a Galena Hot Air Balloon Ride
When it comes to finding the perfect Galena hot air balloon ride, it’s important to choose a company with a great reputation to ensure you have a smooth and memorable experience. If you’re planning to go hot air ballooning in Galena, we can’t recommend the local company, Galena on the Fly, highly enough. You’ll ride in one of the largest hot air balloons in the country, and as you lift off, you’ll begin to understand why these are some of the top-rated hot air balloon rides near Chicago.
Galena on the Fly takes off from the Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa, which is just a few minutes outside of downtown Galena. From there, your journey will go wherever the wind decides to take you. The rolling landscape of Illinois’ Driftless Region, a region untouched by the last glacial ice age drift, is simply breathtaking. Once you reach their cruising altitude of 3,000 feet, you’ll enjoy views not just of Illinois, but beyond into Iowa and Wisconsin as well.
Generally, your Galena hot air balloon ride will take you about 5 to 10 miles from where you began and last about an hour. Once you’ve landed, you’ll enjoy a champagne toast to celebrate your beautiful journey. Galena on the Fly offers hot air balloon rides 7 days a week from May through October. On weekdays, only sunset rides are available, while on weekends, you can choose from either sunrise or sunset rides. Each ride accommodates up to 14 passengers, but if you’d like to make the experience even more special, private flights can be arranged by contacting them directly.
A Relaxing Treat at our Galena Bed and Breakfast
Once you’ve soared high above town on one of the most beautiful Galena hot air balloon rides, the relaxing ambiance of our Bed and Breakfast in Galena, IL, will be waiting for you. Every afternoon, we offer a delicious selection of appetizers, charcuterie, wine, and homemade treats for our guests. The tray will be delivered to your room and can be enjoyed at your leisure either in-suite or in any of our delightful common areas. We offer a beautiful back deck, a peaceful courtyard patio off our dining room, and our downstairs dining area itself.
We also wow our guests daily with a gourmet, multi-course breakfast, and our 6 guest rooms offer a singular experience not found at any other lodging property in Galena. There’s little wonder why we continue to be ranked one of the best places to stay in Galena. The Great Galena Balloon Race and these incredible hot air balloon rides are waiting. Book your room at our Bed and Breakfast Galena IL today!
