Monona Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Monona Bay
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
East Towne Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at East Towne Mall during your trip to Madison. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
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.
Activities
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Monona Bay Hotel Deals
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
"Property was amazing parking on site 20$ a night. Staff was excellent 👌 pool, sauna, gym and hot tub all in excellent condition beautiful hotel within walking distance to everything."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
"Good hotel"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
"Easy check-in and checkout. Staff at counter pleasant and professional. Property/room well maintained and clean."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Madison Marriott South
"Awesome place and awesome service"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
"Great rate for the location. Nice rooms that seemed recently updated. Breakfast was great in the morning at the restaurant."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
"Everything was as expected. Would return again. Thank you."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Monona Bay
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.
Monona
Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.
Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.
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.
