Downtown Madison Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Madison
Popular places to visit
Capitol Square
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.
Wisconsin State Capitol
After visiting Wisconsin State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madison. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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.
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.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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.
Camp Randall Stadium
Catch an event at Camp Randall Stadium during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Madison Hotel Deals
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Awesome room and clean hotel overall
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown
Very clean hotel and great breakfast and evening social
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
Clean room.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Great pool area!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
The TV remote didn't work properly. Many channels pixelated. Had to call for help to get out of expensive parking ramp.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
Very clean. Room was above average. All staff we were in contact with were friendly and helpful. Pet-friendly. Bed was super-comfy. water pressure and temperature were great for a hot shower.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Madison
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.
Monona Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Monona Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kohl Center and University of Wisconsin Geology Museum.
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 University of Wisconsin Geology Museum and Wisconsin Field House.
Bay Creek
Bay Creek might not have many top sights, but Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tenney-Lapham
While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.
Vilas
While visiting Vilas, you might make a stop by sights like Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park.
