Find out what's on in Illinois and Chicago with your guide to events, festivals, markets, music, theater, sport and more.
Find out how to get to Illinois by plane, train, bus and driving. Getting around Chicago and Illinois is easy with our guide to ways to travel around the state.
Step back in time to the golden age of train travel and settle in for a peaceful ride to discover some of Illinois’ most charming towns and hidden treasures.
Visit the many historic sites in Illinois, from the Land of Lincoln, to the site of an ancient Native American city at Cahokia Mounds.
Visit the History Museums of Illinois. From the vast collection of the Chicago History Museum to small town historical museums, you’ll discover the stories and heritage of our towns and our people.
History comes alive at Illinois historical reenactments. Meet Abraham Lincoln in the flesh, experience colonial life, or take a canal boat ride with a period costumed storyteller.
One of America’s greatest architects, Frank Lloyd Wright called Illinois home—and filled it with some of his best works.
Taste your way through the state with our guide to the best and closest places to eat in Illinois. Experience everything from fine dining to shared plates and takeaway fare.
Put your dancing shoes on or unwind at one of the many bars and night clubs in Illinois. Locate the best cocktails, the perfect beer, local DJs, international artists and more.
Taste the regional characteristics in our locally produced wines. Browse our guide to the closest and best Illinois wineries and vineyards for your next celebration or trip.
Fancy a pint? Hunt down major Illinois breweries and distilleries for the best beers, ciders and spirits in the state. Support local production and taste your way through Illinois.
Taste your way through the best of the state with food tours in Illinois. Enjoy everything from fine dining and wineries, to craft beer and pizza tours.
A Great Escape! Vacation Homes of Galena provides beautiful, affordable vacation homes of various sizes in the Galena Territory. The homes are situated near the city of Galena, Galena Territories and Chestnut Mountain Resort.
Affordable, luxury vacation rental homes, condos and lodging in Galena Illinois are perfect for your next family retreat, romantic getaway or golf outing. Located close to the activities the Galena Territory and the city of Galena have to offer, including golfing, swimming, boating, fishing, skiing, shopping, wine- tasting and more. Many of the homes feature outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces, game tables and so much more.
$85.00 to $595.00
Guided tour of five private historic homes open only for this weekend, plus the 1858 Barrows mansion...
Read MoreGalena's annual festival celebrating the German heritage.
Read MoreOne of Galena's most popular events featuring more than 150 vendors selling a variety of high-qualit...
Read MoreTour the beautiful Galena Countryside and enjoy the fall colors while you visit some of Illinois's b...
Read MoreThe largest, longest and spookiest parade and festival in the tri-state area.
Read MoreA progressive dinner including history, food and live entertainment in three of Galena's best B&B's.
Read MoreA weekend celebration surrounded by the annual release of Le Beaujolais Nouveau by Galena cellars, t...
Read MoreJoin Galena for their kick off to the holidays!
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