
2 Days Galena, IL + Dubuque, IA About 2.5 hours from Chicago Best in Fall Quick Facts Location Galena, Illinois and Dubuque, Iowa Drive from Chicago About 2.5 hours via U.S. 20 Best Time to Visit Fall, September through November Where We Stayed Irish Cottage Inn and Suites Budget Level Budget friendly Crowds Moderate, busier…

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8 Stops Dubuque, IA 20 Minutes from Galena Best in Fall Dubuque Iowa Quick Facts Location Dubuque, Iowa Drive from Galena About 20 minutes via US 20 Best Time to Visit Fall, September through November Where to Stay Browse Dubuque Hotels Budget Level Budget friendly Crowds Light to moderate, busier on weekends during peak foliage…