Madison Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A busy urban street with historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a hill in the background.
A street lined with historic buildings, including a restaurant named 'The Hammond Family Restaurant'.
A sign for the Nature Center, Trail 1, and Observation Tower.
A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a tree in the foreground.
A large yellow building with white columns and a garden in front.

Where to stay in Madison

Find the best Madison areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large domed building surrounded by modern cityscape and a body of water.

Downtown Madison

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Overture Center for the Arts or Orpheum Theater might round out your trip.

Campus Area

While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Kohl Center.

Schenk Atwood

While visiting Schenk Atwood, you might make a stop by sights like Barrymore Theatre and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.

Vilas

While visiting Vilas, you might make a stop by sights like Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park.

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.

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

3.5 out of 5
1 W Dayton St Madison WI
The price is 3.085.724 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
3.085.724 ₫
3.564.012 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

2.5 out of 5
8102 Excelsior Dr Madison WI
The price is 1.709.358 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
1.709.358 ₫
1.974.307 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very good! (1,459 reviews)
"The staff were great, from the front desk, housekeeping and breakfast preparing staff. The room was clean but some upgrades are needed, like carpets and beddings. I was impressed with the breakfast choices and how the staff was very attentive making sure everything was stock up from coffee down to ..."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

3 out of 5
2424 University Avenue Madison WI
The price is 3.290.481 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.290.481 ₫
3.800.505 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet, and comfortable."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
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The Dylin

The Dylin

4 out of 5
611 E Dayton St Madison WI
Stay at this aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Capitol Square and Camp Randall Stadium ...
The Dylin
Lake Wisconsin Resort

Lake Wisconsin Resort

3 out of 5
W10941 Corning St Poynette WI
Stay at this cottage in Poynette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Wildenberg Wildlife Park and Harmony Grove Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Great experience for our family. Cabins were very clean. We will be back again"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Lake Wisconsin Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Madison attractions

A lakeside café with colorful chairs and tables, people relaxing, and boats on the water.
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

9.4/10 (3,148 reviews)
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.
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A sunset over a rural landscape with fields and trees.

Middleton

A red covered bridge with a wooden structure and metal railings, surrounded by snow-covered ground and leafless trees.

Waunakee

A historic stone bridge with arches over a calm river, surrounded by medieval walls and a tower.

Verona

A park with a statue of a figure on horseback, surrounded by leafless trees and a clear sky.

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