We write about all the great things to do in Galena, Illinois.

Yep, it’s true: There are plenty of things to do in Galena, IL to pack one fun (but relaxing!) itinerary after another. But have you experienced the charms of our neighboring town of Elizabeth, IL yet? Whether you’re spending the afternoon browsing the Elizabeth Illinois Antique Mall, learning something...

The spooky season is just around the corner, and questions about haunted places in Illinois – specifically whether our historic Jail is haunted – start to pop up more frequently. It’s a topic we like to have a little fun with each year, and while we can’t say our...