ADVENTURE RELAXATION

Galena, IL, Bed and Breakfast Owners Recommend Top Shops

Galena, United States – /Goldmoor Inn/

Once the bags are unpacked, the first thing people ask at Galena IL hotels is about local shopping. Free from cut-and-paste chain stores, shopping in Galena is genuinely part of the experience. Most visitors will opt for a bed and breakfast instead of a hotel for an entirely romantic and enchanting experience. Slobo and Birgit Radin, owners of the famous 4-star Goldmoor Inn, a castle themed Galena, Il bed and breakfast, explain why Galena’s many shops, stores, and boutiques make the town a rewarding adventure. 

Local Shops Reflect the Community

Historic Galena is unlike any other town. It is insulated, but not isolated. Shops here reflect community, not commercialism. They are filled with products that inspire the owners, and it is impossible not to catch the spark as you browse the unique shops. In every shop, there is a sense of carrying the torch of the past while creating a legacy for the future. It isn’t just about finding the perfect outfit, or unique home decor. It is also about connecting with people through distinctive products. 

What Shops are in Downtown Galena?

Most consider downtown Galena to be the businesses along the historic half mile of Main Street. Among those businesses include several favorites among locals and visitors. 

Galena Apothecary 

303 S Main Street

When the doors to the Galena Apothecary are open, there is hardly a person that does not know. The intoxicating smells of signature soaps, lotions, and scrubs fill the air and invite one and all to indulge. 

Specialty Gifts Galena

220 N. Main Street

Delightfully curated gifts abound at Specialty Gifts Galena. Shoppers enjoy everything from collectible art glass, jewelry, and photography, to soaps and candles. 

Poopsie’s

402 S. Main Street

Poopsie’s is a toy store that is fun for everyone. The shop is brimming with things kids love and unique items that even adults can’t resist. 

Strawberry Lane

103 S. Main Street

Strawberry Lane is the place to go for those who love vintage vibes. Shoppers will find everything from fun outfits to t-shirts and loads of nostalgic items to inspire “remember when” moments. 

Wooden Wardrobe

209 N. Main Street

Shopping at the Wooden Wardrobe is like shopping in your best friend’s closet, but that best friend happens to have a collection of exquisite items. It is impossible to go wrong. 

Beyond the Horizon

125.S. Main Street 

Beyond The Horizon transports shoppers to exotic lands and lets you experience different cultures in one exciting store. 

Honest John’s Trading Post

103 N. Main Street

Honest John’s Trading Post is an eclectic adventure where you do not know what to investigate first. The shop carries a wide variety of items including; quality comfort shoes, home décor, lap harps, steampunk figurines, Turkish lamps, knives, swords, and licensed Game of Thrones products. 

Gustafson & Grey Antiques

301 S. Main Street

There is hardly a more beautiful store than Gustafson & Grey Antiques. The shop carries a wide range of quality items for all price points. 

Candy Carnival 

222 S. Main Street

It is hard not to be happy in a candy store and especially one as fun as Candy Carnival. In addition to having one of the widest selections of Jelly Belly ever seen, the store carries a vast selection of new and nostalgic candies to make any day sweeter. 

Galena Roasters

118 N. Main Street

Galena does not have over-wrought coffee shops. What it does have is Galena Roasters, a coffee shop whose owners love coffee as much as they love Galena. The quality is uncompromising, and the ambiance is singular– just as a coffee shop should be. 

Galena, IL Hotels

Galena IL hotels are situated for easy access to the town’s attractions, including phenomenal shopping. 

Regularly rated among the best Galena IL hotels, the Goldmoor Inn is renowned for its ambiance, luxury amenities, and outstanding service that provide a soul-invigorating experience. It is ideally located to enjoy all of the shopping, outdoor activities, and historical attractions in Galena and surrounding communities.

For more information about booking a stay, visit the website at https://www.goldmoor.com. You can also reach helpful staff by calling (815) 777-3925.

The Goldmoor Inn is located at:

9001 W Sand Hill Rd

Galena, IL 61036