Downtown Madison
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.
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. 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.
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.
Things to do
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Madison
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown
Very clean hotel and great breakfast and evening social
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Everything was very nice
Reviewed on Apr 10, 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 Apr 8, 2026
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
Great location, large clean rooms. Friendly staff. Easy parking.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 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 Apr 7, 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 University of Wisconsin Geology Museum and Wisconsin Field House.
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 Vilas Park Beach.
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.
