10 Delicious Tastings to Try in Downtown Galena
Downtown Galena, IL holds so many wonderful shops, businesses, and restaurants, and is certainly much more than meets the eye. At first glance, downtown Galena might appear to be a sleepy downtown cloaked in historic buildings. And, while that’s true, which quaint town is absolutely packed with character and ineffable charms sitting just behind the historic facades. We love walking up and down Main Street, exploring the many boutiques along the way. But what if we told you there was an even better way to enjoy downtown Galena?
Downtown Galena, IL is home to an incredible number of food purveyors, and is absolutely packed with flavor! Tasting your way down Main Street has become one of our favorite activities, and certainly one of our favorite things to recommend to guests who stay at our Galena Bed and Breakfast. This summer, Main Street has turned into a pedestrian-only zone to help allow for air circulation and social distancing, and to ensure the safety of all who visit us in Galena. Join us for some unique tastings along Main Street, and book your room at our #1 rated Galena Bed and Breakfast today! Continue reading
We know many of you are longing to get out of your house and put this global pandemic behind you, but you’re also probably unsure of just what your future travels are going to look like. We don’t have all of the answers, but we do have some ideas for things to do in Galena this summer that help us maintain social distancing as it’s needed. Tourism is one of the most important parts of Galena’s economy, and we’re anxious to open our doors and welcome guests back to Jail Hill Inn. It’s the same for all of the restaurants, shops, and small businesses that make up the fabric of everyday life here in Galena.
Travel probably isn’t at the forefront of your mind right now, with a global pandemic and all that is has brought with it impacting everyday life. However, we know that small businesses like ours and other local Galena Restaurants are going to need your support as we reopen. In fact, they will need your support like never before, and we think it’s important we talk about them and do whatever we can to support them.
Downtown Galena and our local restaurants and independently owned shops are no different than others around the country. They’ve been hit hard during the shutdown associated with the global COVID-19 pandemic. Just as much as we miss our guests at the Jail Hill Inn, we’re sure the shops and businesses that make Galena such a thriving tourist destination miss their customers!
If you’re looking for the best weekend getaway near Chicago, you’ve come to the right place! Galena has long been considered to be a top getaway destination for those in Chicago and other major cities in the Midwest, including Milwaukee, Madison, and even Minneapolis/St. Paul. From Chicago, Galena is considered to only be a one-tank getaway, as it takes just under 3 hours to get here.
If you’re ever visited us in Galena, you probably know that Galena hosts a variety of fun events and activities throughout the year. In fact, there are so many great Galena IL upcoming events, that we thought we’d help you do a little advanced planning. It probably comes as no surprise that we book up quickly for the most popular of Galena’s events, which include the Wine Lovers Weekend, Corkless in Galena, Halloween, Nouveau Weekend, and the Night of the Luminaria & Living Windows around the holidays.
It’s bold to assert that we are the Best Bed and Breakfast in Galena, but it’s a statement we can firmly stand behind. In fact, not only is Jail Hill Inn the best Galena Bed and Breakfast, but we’re the 
Have you heard of goat yoga? Yes, it’s a thing, and it’s catching on in Galena! Of all the things to do this fall in Galena–and there are plenty of things to choose from!–goat yoga might be one of our new favorites. We think this fall is the perfect time to get out and meet these adorable animals and participate in this exciting new adventure in Galena.