Shopping
If you like to shop on vacation, you're in luck. Downtown Galena, Bellevue, and Dubuque all have local shops and boutiques to peruse. You'll find local arts, homemade goods, clothing, home decor, furniture, antiques, and more. Bring good shoes and get ready for a day out on the town.
Explore all the shops in the Dubuque down town |
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Dubuque, IA |
Visit the old historic town of Galena, a 45 minute drive. Bring good shoes. |
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Galena, Il |
As the oldest farmers market in the state of Iowa (it started in 1845), the Dubuque Farmers Market is a community staple for local produce, flowers, meat, cheese, and more. All vendors are within 100 miles of downtown Dubuque offering their specialty local goods. The farmers market is held in the Upper Main District on Iowa Street, and it operates on Saturdays from May to October. Hours are 7 am - 12 from May to September and 8 am to 12 pm in October. |
Located along the Mississippi River, Bellevue is a quaint small town with tons of charm. Main Street is home to local shops, restaurants, a coffee shop, food trucks, and more. There are several boutique stores in downtown Bellevue where you can buy locally made art, jewelry, clothing, home decor, furniture, and more. If you like to spend your time outdoors, visit Bellevue State Park or Spruce Creek Park. |