Downtown Madison Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Capitol Square

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Madison when you stop by Capitol Square. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Capitol Square
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Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening in Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
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State Street Shopping

During your visit to Madison, you can do some window-shopping at State Street Shopping. Savour the area's restaurants and bars.

State Street Shopping
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Memorial Union Terrace

You can enjoy the entertainment at Memorial Union Terrace during your travels to Madison. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Memorial Union Terrace
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe around University of Wisconsin-Madison, a top university in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Henry Vilas Zoo

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Henry Vilas Zoo home during your travels in Madison? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Henry Vilas Zoo

Activities

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Madison Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour

NZ$41
Per adult
Madison Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
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Trolley Pub Public Tour

NZ$74
Per adult
Trolley Pub Public Tour
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The Original Madison Ghost Walk - State Street

NZ$40
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Original Madison Ghost Walk - State Street
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Our pick of the best Downtown Madison Hotel Deals

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
The price is NZ$269 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,077 reviews)
"This is a very convenient location for everything down town, not a far walk and very nice hotel,"

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
4 out of 5
525 West Johnson Street, Madison, WI
The price is NZ$237 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"I like this hotel."

Reviewed on 4 Nov. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
3.5 out of 5
22 S Carroll Street, Madison, WI
The price is NZ$198 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Best Western Premier Park Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
2.5 out of 5
440 West Johnson Street, Madison, WI
The price is NZ$221 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Great property. My only complaint would be charging 20 dollars to park when the another Hilton owned property DoubleTree a block away does not charge. Seems very odd."

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
3 out of 5
333 W Washington Ave, Madison, WI
The price is NZ$236 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The 750 cost for the one night was not reasonable but it was homecoming and football game night. Still not worth the cost."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
The Edgewater
The Edgewater
4.5 out of 5
1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI
The price is NZ$422 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
NZ$422
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Weekend back in college!
"Outstanding people!! From the staff at check in, to the free shuttle drivers, to the servers at the Boathouse restaurant, the Edgewater shines above everything else in Madison!!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2024

The Edgewater
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Madison

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Greenbush

While Greenbush may 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
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Bay Creek

Bay Creek might not have many top sights, but Henry Vilas Zoo and Dane County Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bay Creek
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Tenney-Lapham

While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.

Tenney-Lapham
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Marquette

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

Marquette
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Bram's Addition

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bram's Addition and surrounding area, you can visit Alliant Energy Center and Henry Vilas Zoo.

Bram's Addition
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Regent

When in Regent, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Regent

Downtown Madison Travel Guide

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