Things to Do with Kids in Galena, IL

  • TripBuzz found 42 things to do with kids in or near Galena, Illinois, including 25 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Dubuque, Platteville and Savanna.
  • From P.T. Murphy Magic to Shenandoah Riding Center, the Galena area offers 40 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Historic Homes, Parks and Bus Tours.
  • Galena, named for the mineral of the same name, was the site of the first official mineral rush in the United States in the early 1800's. Home of Ulysses S. Grant and many Civil War generals, the city is a popular and historical tourist destination known for its traditional architecture and colonial history.
  • TripBuzz found 42 things to do with kids in or near Galena, Illinois, including 25 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Dubuque, Platteville and Savanna.
  • From P.T. Murphy Magic to Shenandoah Riding Center, the Galena area offers 40 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Historic Homes, Parks and Bus Tours.
  • Galena, named for the mineral of the same name, was the site of the first official mineral rush in the United States in the early 1800's. Home of Ulysses S. Grant and many Civil War generals, the city is a popular and historical tourist destination known for its traditional architecture and colonial history.
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Mean Bean Roasters 240 N Main St., Galena, IL MoreLess Info
The coffee is roasted to impart one of many flavors, including whiskey, marshmallow, pumpkin spice, and bacon
16.8 Miles
94% 159 votes
Botanical Gardens 3800 Arboretum Drive, Dubuque, IA 52001 MoreLess Info
The United States' largest all-volunteer arboretum is the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. This vast garden complex, which is open throughout the year, is a feast for the eyes and nose.
16.9 Miles
100% 72 votes
Ziplines 11764 John F. Kennedy Road, Dubuque, IA 52001 MoreLess Info
Featuring nine high-altitude zip lines, Sky Tours at YMCA Union Park Camp combines the thrill of ziplining with informative tours of the Union Park area. Visitors will hike and zipline through a tour of the historic park.
17.2 Miles
69% 51 votes
Children's Play Area 2055 Holliday Dr., Dubuque, IA 52002 MoreLess Info
Relieve some of that pent up energy at Jumpin' Jane's Indoor Party and Play Center. Features include 14,000 square feet of fun divided into age appropriate sections so children can have fun with their peers.
20.0 Miles
85% 13 votes
Golf 15766 Clover Lane, Dubuque, IA 52002 MoreLess Info
The award winning 18 hole course of The Meadows Golf Club is a destination for experienced and novice golfers alike. Finish the fun and relaxing day off with something from the bar & grill's vast menu selection.
21.2 Miles
88% 43 votes
Skiing & Snowboarding Dubuque, IA MoreLess Info
Considered to be one of the premier ski resorts in the Midwest, Sundown Mountain has features for almost every skier or snowboarder. Along with the 85 acres of snow-covered trails, the resort also has lessons for all ages and abilities.
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Movie Theaters 151 Millenium Drive, Platteville, WI 53818 MoreLess Info
Offering a variety of promotions and deals, Millennium Cinema makes it easy for the community to enjoy an affordable movie. With all the latest blockbusters and select indie films, everyone is sure to find a film to suit their tastes.
22.0 Miles
94% 18 votes
Specialty Museums 405 East Main Street, Platteville, WI MoreLess Info
Over 20,000 items make up the collection at Rollo Jamison Museum. In the making since the birth of Rollo Jamison in 1899, pieces on display include arrowheads, farm implements and carriages. The museum is open May through October.
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Movie Theaters 95 E Main Street, Platteville, WI 53818 MoreLess Info
A theater with three screens in Plattville, Avalon Cinemas offers moviegoers a big-screen movie experience at a lower cost. The movies shown in this theater are new, but are typically second-run.
22.2 Miles
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Theaters University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 755 W Main Street, Platteville, WI 53818 MoreLess Info
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville's Center for the Arts is a fine arts and performance facility with two distinct performance spaces, each of which can be configured to accommodate different kinds of performances.
22.8 Miles
88% 114 votes
Camping Site 16327A IL Route 84, Savanna, IL 61074 MoreLess Info
The Mississippi Palisades State Park covers approximately 2,500 acres and is suited for different activities, such as picnicking, hiking, fishing, and boating. The trails system is 15 miles long.
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