Downtown Madison Travel Guide
Madison
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Madison
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Excellent location. Wonderful breakfast, fresh and delicious. Great staff.
Reviewed on 11 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
Staff were friendly and courteous. Rooms were clean. Only issue were dogs barking on neighboring room. We requested a room change and they were accommodating, only to hear more dogs. It quieted but was frustrating.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Perfect for families. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
Fresh pastries would be nice.
Reviewed on 12 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
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 State Street Shopping.
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.
