The Goldmoor Inn Shares a Surprising Way to Get to Know Galena

 Tuesday, August 16th 2022, 4:00 AM

Area Ghost Tours Offer a Fun Way to Get to Know Gelena History

Galena, United States - August 16, 2022 /Goldmoor Inn/

No matter what time of the year you visit the Goldmoor Inn, it is a great time to enjoy one of the many ghost tours available in the area. Ghost tours are not just for Halloween and are a surprising, enriching way to learn more about the history and culture of the town. In fact, a ghost tour can provide the opportunity to experience parts of the town that would be missed otherwise and bring the historic structures to life.

One of the things that make Galena IL hotels such a popular destination is their access to the area’s unexpectedly rich and exciting history. Visitors from all over come to learn more about the former home of Ulysses S. Grant and the town that has hosted historical figures like Abraham Lincoln, Mrs. Tom Thumb, Ely Parker, and many others. In a town with this much history, there is sure to be a bit of mystery to uncover. The area’s ghostly tales are legendary and date back to the early 1800s when spirit sightings were commonly published in the local newspapers for eager consumption. 

Galena Ghost Tours

There’s no need to be a believer in ghostly hauntings to enjoy the many Galena ghost tours. If for no better reason than to enjoy a great scare, the tours are also sure to give plenty of historical perspective to sites many Galena bed and breakfast guests plan to visit during their stay. 

Matthew’s Haunted Pub Crawl

Matthews Haunted Pub Crawl allows you to “enjoy some spirits with the spirits”  as you visit the most haunted pubs in the historic district. The guide provides expertly told stories of bravery, betrayal, and longing while introducing listeners to the little-known history of the area. The tour guides even use ghost hunting and communication devices to try to detect and connect with the local spirits. 

Haunted Galena Tour Company

Haunted Galena Tour Company promises to delight and terrifies visitors with the area’s dark history, local folklore, and haunted happenings as they descend into the realm of mystery. The company offers several different types of tours and events, including one called “Murder and Mayhem in a Mining Town,” featuring well-researched and documented stories from the area. 

Amelia’s Galena Ghost Tours

For those who want to hear the history but be able to retreat safely to a climate-controlled bus, here is Amelia’s Galena Ghost Tours, the only local company offering a shuttle bus tour. Amelia introduces her fearless guests to paranormal hotspots using the latest in ghost hunting technologies while sharing the documented hidden history behind each site. Some of the stops include the Ryan Mansion and the Old City Cemetary. The company also offers walking tours, haunted pub crawls, and a participatory murder mystery dinner theater. 

After the Fun, a Safe Retreat

Once visitors have enjoyed the lesser-known history of the area and been enthralled with some classic story-telling, there is no better place to safely retreat than one of the most popular Gelena Hotels, the Goldmoor Inn. With whirlpool suites, private fireplaces, and private in-room gourmet breakfasts, the Goldmoor Inn allows visitors to enjoy all the rich history but from a comfortable distance. 

Best Places to Stay in Galena, IL

Ranked as one of the best places to stay in Galena, IL, The Goldmoor Inn perfectly blends ambiance, amenities, history and modernity, and nature and luxury into one beautiful adventure. It is ideally located and is only a short drive or “tank of gas” away from many locations. For more information about booking a stay, visit the website at https://www.goldmoor.com. You can also reach helpful staff at reservations@goldmoor.com or by calling (815) 777-3925. 

The Goldmoor Inn is located at:

9001 W. Sand Hill Rd.

Galena, IL 61036