Sweet Retreat Guidebook for Galena
Our Favorite Restaurants
We are Bob & Jen Schultz, welcome to our Sweet Retreat! We hope you enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of our vacation home and the beauty of Galena as much as we do! We are here to help make your getaway as amazing as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions. Enjoy!
This pizzeria has a unique atmosphere. They have a neat bar and an open kitchen so you can see them making pizza. It is a small restaurant so if you have a big group you may want to call ahead to see if they can accommodate you. Also, the seating is directly in front of the door so in the winter, when the door is opened, you get a cold burst of air. *They will deliver to the house.
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Cannova's Pizzeria
247 N Main StThis pizzeria has a unique atmosphere. They have a neat bar and an open kitchen so you can see them making pizza. It is a small restaurant so if you have a big group you may want to call ahead to see if they can accommodate you. Also, the seating is directly in front of the door so in the winter, when the door is opened, you get a cold burst of air. *They will deliver to the house.
Otto's place is a great place to go for breakfast. It is not on main street. You may want to call ahead to see what the wait times are, as they can be quite busy.
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Otto's Place
100 Bouthillier StOtto's place is a great place to go for breakfast. It is not on main street. You may want to call ahead to see what the wait times are, as they can be quite busy.
This is our favorite Asian restaurant in Galena. They have great sushi and we always look forward to meals at Little Tokyo!
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Little Tokyo Restaurant
300 N Main StThis is our favorite Asian restaurant in Galena. They have great sushi and we always look forward to meals at Little Tokyo!
This pizza place is right in the Territories at Eagle Ridge, about 5 minutes from our house. The pizza is delicious! They pile the toppings on. The atmosphere is extremely casual.
Paisanos Delizioso
444 Eagle Ridge DriveThis pizza place is right in the Territories at Eagle Ridge, about 5 minutes from our house. The pizza is delicious! They pile the toppings on. The atmosphere is extremely casual.
Our Favorite Shops
Main Street in Galena is filled with all kinds of fun shops to explore. Here are just a few of our favorites.
While the Great American Popcorn Co has amazing popcorn, a little known fact is that they have great ice cream as well! Walk all the way through the store and there you will find the ice cream counter. ;)
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Great American Popcorn Company
115 N Main StWhile the Great American Popcorn Co has amazing popcorn, a little known fact is that they have great ice cream as well! Walk all the way through the store and there you will find the ice cream counter. ;)
This store has a variety of great dressings, sauces and mixes. There are always plenty of things to sample. There are 2 locations, across the street from one another.
Galena Canning Company
106 S Main StThis store has a variety of great dressings, sauces and mixes. There are always plenty of things to sample. There are 2 locations, across the street from one another.
This store has all sorts of fun stuff for the kitchen, and a great selection of tea. If you enjoy tea, this is the perfect store as many flavors are available to sniff.
6 habitants recommandent
The Grateful Gourmet Co.
204 N Main StThis store has all sorts of fun stuff for the kitchen, and a great selection of tea. If you enjoy tea, this is the perfect store as many flavors are available to sniff.
A funky fun small business on Main Street specializing in games, toys, art, books, home decor, jewelry and board games. A great place to pick up unique gifts.
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Poopsie's
402 S Main StA funky fun small business on Main Street specializing in games, toys, art, books, home decor, jewelry and board games. A great place to pick up unique gifts.
They offer a wide selection of beautiful soap and bath products. And you can stop in and make yourself a scented soy candle.
Galena Candle & Bath Co
114 N Main StThey offer a wide selection of beautiful soap and bath products. And you can stop in and make yourself a scented soy candle.
Fun Things to Do around Galena
Galena is filled with activities for you to enjoy while staying at Sweet Retreat, from art galleries and historic museums to all kinds of outdoor activities.
Customized guided and unguided canoe and kayak trips on the Galena River and backwaters of the Mississippi as well as guided bicycle trips. Fever River Outfitters rents canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, e-bicycles, snowshoes, cross-country skis and sells boats, sports gear and apparel.
13 habitants recommandent
Fever River Outfitters
527 S Main StCustomized guided and unguided canoe and kayak trips on the Galena River and backwaters of the Mississippi as well as guided bicycle trips. Fever River Outfitters rents canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, e-bicycles, snowshoes, cross-country skis and sells boats, sports gear and apparel.
Skiing in the winter and fun alpine slide in the summer. Fun for all ages. In summer, slide your own sled down 2,050 feet of terrain-tailored track to the banks of the Mississippi. Control the speed of your descent as a toboggan-like track carries your wheeled sled 2,050 feet from a bluff down to the Mississippi River.
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Chestnut Mountain Resort
8700 West Chestnut Mountain RoadSkiing in the winter and fun alpine slide in the summer. Fun for all ages. In summer, slide your own sled down 2,050 feet of terrain-tailored track to the banks of the Mississippi. Control the speed of your descent as a toboggan-like track carries your wheeled sled 2,050 feet from a bluff down to the Mississippi River.
The Shenandoah Riding Center is a first-rate equine facility with a top caliber staff. Its location in The Galena Territory makes it unrivaled for scenic trails and tranquil beauty. From seasoned equestrians to beginning horse enthusiasts of all ages, we have something to offer for everyone!
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Shenandoah Riding Center
200 N Brodrecht RdThe Shenandoah Riding Center is a first-rate equine facility with a top caliber staff. Its location in The Galena Territory makes it unrivaled for scenic trails and tranquil beauty. From seasoned equestrians to beginning horse enthusiasts of all ages, we have something to offer for everyone!
Enjoy the beautiful Jo Daviess County Countryside at Galena Cellars Vineyard with a tour of our vineyard and production facility. Private tours available year-round. Public tours April-November.
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Galena Cellars Vineyard
4746 N Ford RdEnjoy the beautiful Jo Daviess County Countryside at Galena Cellars Vineyard with a tour of our vineyard and production facility. Private tours available year-round. Public tours April-November.
Take your group outing to new heights! Balloon rides available daily at dawn and dusk. Reservations required. Special packages available and can be customized for group needs.
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Galena On The Fly
444 Eagle Ridge DrTake your group outing to new heights! Balloon rides available daily at dawn and dusk. Reservations required. Special packages available and can be customized for group needs.
Blaum Bros. Is a family owned and operated craft distillery in Galena, IL. Blaum Bros. Uses local grain from Jo Daviess County and produces handcrafted spirits including bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, gin...And many others. Blaum Bros. Offers daily tours and tastings and has a gift shop and craft cocktail bar. Located in Galena on Highway 20 on the East side of town.
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Blaum Bros. Distilling Co.
9380 US Hwy 20 WBlaum Bros. Is a family owned and operated craft distillery in Galena, IL. Blaum Bros. Uses local grain from Jo Daviess County and produces handcrafted spirits including bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, gin...And many others. Blaum Bros. Offers daily tours and tastings and has a gift shop and craft cocktail bar. Located in Galena on Highway 20 on the East side of town.
Enjoy the mysteries of an ancient art as presented by Galena's master magician, P.T. Murphy. The setting is Murphy's private 24-seat theatre located in the heart of historic downtown Galena, IL. P.T. Murphy believes in magic. It's his job. He will entertain, mystify and inspire you to believe! P.T. is known for his personable style, mischievous sense of humor and sophisticated sleight of hand. Approved for ages 13 and up. Run Time: 65 minutes.
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P.T. Murphy Magic Theatre
204 Hill StEnjoy the mysteries of an ancient art as presented by Galena's master magician, P.T. Murphy. The setting is Murphy's private 24-seat theatre located in the heart of historic downtown Galena, IL. P.T. Murphy believes in magic. It's his job. He will entertain, mystify and inspire you to believe! P.T. is known for his personable style, mischievous sense of humor and sophisticated sleight of hand. Approved for ages 13 and up. Run Time: 65 minutes.
In 2014, JDCF opened Horseshoe Mound Preserve featuring a central gathering area, viewing scopes, and scenic outlooks with views across three states. Hiking trails extend throughout the property and offer close views of the city of Galena, plus distant views of Bellevue and Dubuque in Iowa, the Mississippi River, and several other geological mounds in Iowa and Wisconsin.
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Horseshoe Mound
1679 N Blackjack RdIn 2014, JDCF opened Horseshoe Mound Preserve featuring a central gathering area, viewing scopes, and scenic outlooks with views across three states. Hiking trails extend throughout the property and offer close views of the city of Galena, plus distant views of Bellevue and Dubuque in Iowa, the Mississippi River, and several other geological mounds in Iowa and Wisconsin.
The green drapes from "Gone with the Wind" are one of the many interesting items on display at this 22-room Italianate-style home. Built in 1857, the mansion now exhibits period furnishings and also includes items from the estate of flamboyant entertainer Liberace.
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Belvedere Mansion
1008 Park AveThe green drapes from "Gone with the Wind" are one of the many interesting items on display at this 22-room Italianate-style home. Built in 1857, the mansion now exhibits period furnishings and also includes items from the estate of flamboyant entertainer Liberace.
Historical, working blacksmith shop/museum in Galena. We are open to the public from May through October, with shop hours of 10am-4pm Friday through Monday. Stop in and see how Smiths worked back in Galena's heyday.
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The Old Blacksmith Shop
245 N Commerce StHistorical, working blacksmith shop/museum in Galena. We are open to the public from May through October, with shop hours of 10am-4pm Friday through Monday. Stop in and see how Smiths worked back in Galena's heyday.
This Italianate-style brick house, with original furnishings, looks very much as it did in 1865 when a group of townspeople presented it as a gift to Ulysses S. Grant on his victorious return from the Civil War. The Museum features over 6,000 square feet of exhibit space on lead mining in the northwest region, the driftless area, Grant’s leather store, the Port of Galena: 1858. Discover souvenirs, gifts, books of historical nature in the museum gift and bookshop.
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US Grant Home Historic Site
500 Bouthillier StThis Italianate-style brick house, with original furnishings, looks very much as it did in 1865 when a group of townspeople presented it as a gift to Ulysses S. Grant on his victorious return from the Civil War. The Museum features over 6,000 square feet of exhibit space on lead mining in the northwest region, the driftless area, Grant’s leather store, the Port of Galena: 1858. Discover souvenirs, gifts, books of historical nature in the museum gift and bookshop.
It's worth the climb up the steep stairway to see what's inside this lovely Italianate home built in 1858: an actual lead mine, Civil War memorabilia, items honoring Ulysses S. Grant (including an original painting depicting Robert E. Lee's surrender to Grant), plus other historical articles from Galena and Jo Daviess County.
Galena-Jo Daviess County Historical Society
211 S Bench StIt's worth the climb up the steep stairway to see what's inside this lovely Italianate home built in 1858: an actual lead mine, Civil War memorabilia, items honoring Ulysses S. Grant (including an original painting depicting Robert E. Lee's surrender to Grant), plus other historical articles from Galena and Jo Daviess County.