Vilas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Vilas Park
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Vilas Park home during your holiday in Madison? Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event 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.
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.
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.
Activities
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Vilas Hotel Deals
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Had a great stay. The hotel was quiet and peaceful. Everything was clean: room, lobby, common areas, pool, elevators and even the parking ramp. Staff were accommodating. Ordered brunch room service and it was delicious, prices were reasonable. Overall very happy and would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
Breakfast is better than average. Location is very convenient to UW campus (especially Lakeshore area). Facilities could use more upkeep.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Nice bartender
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison-West
The first room we checked into had food in the freezer and the toilet wasn't working. The second room had a working toilet and was cleaner, but I don't know why I paid $20 more for a "king suite with separate seating area" as it was one room. It looked like the pictures on the website for the "studio ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
Loud music in room next door all night long. Staff told me I would be reimbursed for both of my rooms and I received 76.26 out of the over 200.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
The property is meticulously maintained and beautiful. The staff is informative, helpful, and kind. The pillows are heavenly. It was a very enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vilas
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.
Dudgeon Monroe
If you're spending some time in Dudgeon Monroe, Monroe Street Arts Center and McKinley Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
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 State Street Shopping.
Regent
When in Regent, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.
Bay Creek
Bay Creek might not have many top sights, but Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
