Southwest Wisconsin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Wisconsin
Where to stay in Southwest Wisconsin
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.
Lake Delton
If you're spending some time in Lake Delton, Noah's Ark Waterpark and Tommy Bartlett Exploratory are top sights worth seeing.
Spring Brook
If you're spending some time in Spring Brook, Spring Brook Golf Course and Lake Blass are top sights worth seeing.
Monona
Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.
Historic Downtown La Crosse
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown La Crosse. A stop by La Crosse Center or Oktoberfest Grounds might round out your trip.
Downtown Wisconsin Dells
While visiting Downtown Wisconsin Dells, you might make a stop by sights like Dell View Golf Course and Ripley's Believe It or Not.
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Great location in Madison city center. Friendly staff!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Courteous staff, clean room
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison-West
The pillows were amazing! The bed was okay! The breakfast was tasty and it wasn’t the same everyday. The people were friendly and helpful! The hot tub is huge and nice and hot! It helped melt away the winter aches. There are lots of good shops nearby. We had fun!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Dylin by Mint House
Super convenient, onsite parking was super easy to use (for a fee)
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Bluegreen Odyssey Dells
Property was amazing room was more than I was expecting
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Tamarack Wisconsin Dells a Ramada by Wyndham
The apartments were nice. Clean. Affordable. Stocked with dishes and cookware. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
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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.
Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park
Bring the family to Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Wisconsin Dells. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience 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.
Kalahari Indoor Waterpark
Bring the children to Kalahari Indoor Waterpark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Baraboo. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Noah's Ark Waterpark
Bring the family to Noah's Ark Waterpark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Wisconsin Dells. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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.
- Kalahari Indoor Waterpark
- Ho-Chunk Casino
- Kohl Center
- Cascade Mountain Ski Area
- La Crosse Center
- Wisconsin State Capitol
- The House on the Rock
- Capitol Square
- East Towne Mall
- University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
- Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
- Outlets at The Dells
- Top Secret
- Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison
- Devil's Lake State Park
- Overture Center for the Arts
- Fireside Dinner Theatre
- Crystal Grand Music Theater
- Wisconsin River
