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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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
Very friendly staff, and the shuttle to the airport was extremely helpful. Thank you.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
The place was spotless the people
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
great room and nice breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
Staff was amazing, room was super clean. Just not a fan of the pillows. Breakfast was good but not used to paying extra for it when i also have to pay for parking.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
The Edgewater
Great location and view of the lake. Attended a UW basketball game - walked to dinner, game and hit the bars on the walk home. Also a very nice bar in the hotel - really enjoyed our time there.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Very clean, good breakfast and excellent staff!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 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 Wisconsin Field House and Kohl Center.
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.
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.
