Downtown Madison
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Popular places to visit
Capitol Square
You can find out about the history of Madison with a visit to Capitol Square. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
State Street Shopping
During your visit to Madison, you can do some window-shopping at State Street Shopping. Savor the area's restaurants and bars.
Memorial Union Terrace
You can enjoy the entertainment at Memorial Union Terrace during your travels to Madison. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Wisconsin-Madison, a top college in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Henry Vilas Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Henry Vilas Zoo home during your vacation in Madison? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Madison
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
it was christmas so they were understaffed, however the stay was just a good although the lounge was set up differently, it worked but definitely prefer the usual way. i’ve been stayed 6 nights the past two months, 3 different visits and this is by far my favorite staycation in Madison. just need ...
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
The Edgewater
Didn't eat breakfast here, dinner was wonderful, front desk staff were so friendly and loved our view!
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
My sister and I needed an emergency last minute hotel and my phone was dying. One of the staff members let me borrow her charging cord and everyone was so kind and helpful.
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
Easy check in and clean room
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
Man at the front desk was very helpful and friendly. Clean room in a great location. Bar was open late. Parking in the Wilson St Garage was easier and cheaper than on site parking. Overall, a great stay and we'll be back
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
Room was great. The staff was very courteous and even remembered us from the last time we were there.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Madison
Campus Area
If you're spending some time in Campus Area, Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run are top sights worth seeing.
Monona Bay
Monona Bay might not have many top sights, but Kohl Center and State Street Shopping are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Greenbush
While Greenbush might 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
Though Bay Creek might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Henry Vilas Zoo and Dane County Farmers Market.
Tenney-Lapham
While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.
Vilas
If you're spending some time in Vilas, Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park are top sights worth seeing.
