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Haunted Galena Tour Company

116 N. Main St., Galena, IL 61036

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Step into Galena's haunted past on a candlelit ghost tour through historic downtown. Master storytellers share eerie tales of famous ghosts, haunted buildings, dark history, local legends, and unsolved mysteries on this walking tour.

Discover the darker side of Galena with Haunted Galena Tour Company, Galena’s original ghost tour. Locally owned and operated for more than 20 years, this award-winning tour company brings the city’s haunted history, local folklore, and true tales of the past to life through immersive experiences and expert storytelling. Follow costumed guides through historic Galena on the Haunted Galena Ghost Walk, a 90-minute candlelit walking tour filled with ghost stories, dark history, local legends, and tales of paranormal encounters. Haunted Galena Tour Company also offers a variety of experiences throughout the year, including haunted happy hours, indoor storytelling shows, and historic tours.

More than just a spooky night out, these tours dig into the people, places, and events behind Galena’s most intriguing stories, making them a memorable experience for history lovers, ghost hunters, skeptics, and believers alike. “Absolutely one of the highlights of our trip! I loved learning the real history behind the ghost stories; it made every tale that much more fascinating. I would 10/10 recommend this experience to anyone visiting Galena.” — Savanna K.

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Galena Historical Society's 32nd Annual Cemetery Walk

Galena & U.S. Grant Museum •  Sep 12 – Sep 13 @ 1PM

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Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery •  Sep 26 @ 11AM

Join Galena Cellars as they celebrate the 2026 Harvest! The 16th Annual Fall Harvest & Art Festival will take place at the Galena Cellars Vineyard.

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