Title: Visit Galena: 2026 Travel Guide for Galena, Ohio | Expedia.com [Hotels in Galena](https://expedia.com/Galena-Hotels.d6341463.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Galena](https://expedia.com/Galena-Vacation-Rentals.d6341463.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Galena](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Galena.d6341463.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Galena](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Galena.d6341463.Car-Rental-Guide)[Galena Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Galena.d6341463.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Galena, OH ## Travel Guide ![Hoover Reservoir Dam in Westerville Columbus Ohio at Dawn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341463/78cf6bd0-c13e-4fc4-858f-269d0de3c3e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hoover Reservoir Dam in Westerville Columbus Ohio at Dawn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341463/78cf6bd0-c13e-4fc4-858f-269d0de3c3e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A close up of some moss glowing in the otherwise drab winter forest.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341463/5e08eb3c-e37c-4a54-9f9b-61acd6be425e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An enormous woody bracket fungus on a fallen tree that has sprouted new brackets perpendicular to the original. The Hoover Scenic Walkway originates on Walnut Street across from Miller Park beside the Galena Cemetery. The trail follows the old Penn Central Railroad bed has been converted into a ½-mile trail that traverses an old railroad bridge over the Little Walnut Creek. From the main trail, head down creek-side and follow the creek for a lengthier jaunt through the wilderness.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341463/bf9039fb-acf7-4024-a8b4-0994af42100b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A Yellow Swallowtail butterfly resting appropriately enough upon a purple butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341463/19b903d0-725f-4da4-9477-0af11a8d78a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Galena Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6341463) - Galena Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Galena ![Sonesta Columbus Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26900/26870/876a0701_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Columbus Downtown 33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH $152 nightly $179 total Mar 26 - Mar 27 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,602 reviews) Everyone was super friendly and helpful. The beds and pillows were great! Hostel its self was clean, but a bit outdated. The gym was lack luster, but had enough to make it work. The restaurant was really good as well! Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F26%2F2026&endDate=3%2F27%2F2026&selected=26870&PinnedHotelID=26870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341463) ![Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40200/40127/1c0812c5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport 4300 International Gateway Columbus OH $110 nightly $129 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews) Great place to stay Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=40127&PinnedHotelID=40127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341463) ![Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41049/6fd7a198_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel 50 North Third Street Columbus OH $127 nightly $149 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) The lock on my door was broken and the iron was broken. However, the room was spotless, the staff were kind and professional, and I didn’t have to leave the hotel for dinner. I would stay here again. Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=41049&PinnedHotelID=41049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341463) [See all 2,215 properties in Galena](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026®ionId=6341463) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Peaceful Getaway - Close to Everything](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87890000/87884400/87884317/81c67d85_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peaceful Getaway - Close to Everything Galena OH Stay at this apartment in Galena. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alum Creek Beach and Alum Creek State Park are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews) Terry is always a fantastic host! He goes out of his way to make sure everything is perfect with a few surprises!! Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Galena-Hotels-Peaceful-Getaway-Close-To-Everything.h87884317.Hotel-Information) ![A-Frame I Hot Tub I Nature Play](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103496000/103495995/4e798428_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### A-Frame I Hot Tub I Nature Play Galena OH Stay at this cabin in Galena. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Alum Creek State Park and Char-Mar Ridge Preserve are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Awesome experience Thank you Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Galena-Hotels-A-Frame-I-Hot-Tub-I-Nature-Play.h103495995.Hotel-Information) ![Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95419600/95419544/35e0fe88_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jungle House Modern Lofts – Arena District & Short North 605 Dennison Avenue Columbus OH Book a stay at this luxury vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nationwide Arena and COSI ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Clean Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Columbus-Hotels-The-Jungle-Oasis.h95419544.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Galena](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6341463&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Galena hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10)[Mar 9 - Mar 10](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11)[Mar 10 - Mar 11](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341463&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![A cornucopia or a smorgasbord of Ohio spring wildflowers. Front and center is Toadshade (Trillium sessile) with its three red petals that remain upright. Also in this shot are Yellow Trout Lily (Erythronium americanum), Spring Beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341463/eb98a8e6-39d2-4a0c-b957-1f7cf7957100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Char-Mar Ridge Preserve Explore the great outdoors at Char-Mar Ridge Preserve, a lovely green space in Galena. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops. [](https://expedia.com/Char-Mar-Ridge-Preserve-Galena.d553248621561870505.Vacation-Attraction) #### Blackhawk Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Galena at Blackhawk Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Blackhawk-Golf-Club-Galena.d553248621561870506.Vacation-Attraction) #### Twin Bridge Recreation Area After visiting Twin Bridge Recreation Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galena. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. 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