Downtown Madison Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large domed building surrounded by modern cityscape and a body of water.
A city skyline with a prominent dome building, a waterfront, and various modern and historic structures.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent illuminated dome building, streetlights, and a clear road.
A city street leading to a large, illuminated capitol building at dusk.
A tree-lined street leading to a large white dome building.

Stay near popular Downtown Madison attractions

Activities


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 AU$239 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$239
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,008 reviews)
"If you want to explore downtown Madison, look no further than the concourse! Great location, rooms and staff!"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
The Edgewater

The Edgewater

4.5 out of 5
1001 Wisconsin Place Madison WI
The price is AU$414 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$414
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great views, great food, great spot."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

The Edgewater
Best Western Premier Park Hotel

Best Western Premier Park Hotel

4 out of 5
22 S Carroll Street Madison WI
The price is AU$252 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$252
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
"Very nice room with a spectacular view of the state capitol building. Lots of options for dining. Keep in mind that parking is $30 extra."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Best Western Premier Park Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

3.5 out of 5
440 West Johnson Street Madison WI
The price is AU$271 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$271
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"Great stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

3 out of 5
770 Regent Street Madison WI
The price is AU$241 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$241
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (972 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
Hilton Madison Monona Terrace

Hilton Madison Monona Terrace

4 out of 5
9 E Wilson St Madison WI
The price is AU$257 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$257
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable rooms. Staff were super friendly! Great location"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Madison

Find the best Downtown Madison areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Monona

Monona is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Lake Monona.

Marquette

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

Campus Area

While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.

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.

Tenney-Lapham

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



Downtown Madison Travel Guide

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