Madison, WI

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Madison

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Downtown Madison

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.

Downtown Madison
Madison Skyline

Monona

Situated on Lake Monona's southeastern shore, this Madison suburb boasts the historic Indian Mounds Park, a site on the National Register of Historic Places.

Monona
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Marquette

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.

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Campus Area

If you're spending some time in Campus Area, Chazen Museum of Art and Memorial Union Terrace are top sights worth seeing.

Campus Area
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Regent

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

Regent might not have many top sights, but Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Greenbush

While Greenbush might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wisconsin Field House and Kohl Center.

Greenbush
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

3.5 out of 5
1 W Dayton St Madison WI
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

2.5 out of 5
8102 Excelsior Dr Madison WI
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center

3 out of 5
5217 E Terrace Dr Madison WI
Stay at this hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
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The Dylin by Mint House

The Dylin by Mint House

4 out of 5
611 E Dayton St Madison WI
Stay at this aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Camp Randall Stadium and Alliant ...
The Dylin by Mint House
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.

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Reviews of Madison

4.4
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I visit Madison every three or for months on business.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Excellent places to visit but dont go when the rallies are on your way.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

love Madison

4/5 - Good

Richard

The city is poised to fight the Home-@ Stay order, the MATC is poised to start with regular distancing, or so it seems.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice City!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I miss living in Madison, it’s a much more polite and friendly city than La Crosse.

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