Monona Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 lively bars and top-notch restaurants 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
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The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Very nice hotel. Clean and quiet. We stayed in a spa tub room. That was amazing… The Governors Lounge was a huge perk and the food and drinks at the evening and breakfast were amazing! We also had room service from Cric for lunch. That food was also phenomenal. Everything was within walking distance ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
I attended an annual convention of AAUW (American Association of University Women) at the Doubletree in Madison. It was an excellent venue, comfortable and very responsive to all of our meeting needs.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
Breakfast is good for the rate
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison-West
Excellent
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Moxy Madison Downtown
Fun hotel in a great area downtown near the capital bldg. very friendly staff. Nest decor in the hotel too. Great rooftop restaurant.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
I have stayed in hotels that I have given five stars before, but the Best Western Premier Park Hotel in Madison, WI helped redefined in my mind what a five star hotel really is. The room was in excellent condition. The bathroom was clean, well maintained (shower door did no leak), and the shampoo ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monona Bay
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.
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.
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.
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.
Vilas
While visiting Vilas, you might make a stop by sights like Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park.
Burr Oaks
While Burr Oaks isn't home to many top sights, Alliant Energy Center and Henry Vilas Zoo are some notable places to visit nearby.
