Madison is a family-friendly place distinct for its entertainment and theater. Take a campus tour or explore the surrounding area of University of Wisconsin-Madison. While you're here, stop by Orpheum Theater and State Street Shopping.
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Downtown Madison
Downtown Madison buzzes with student energy from the University of Wisconsin and sparkles with culture. State Street's pedestrian mall connects the campus to the domed Capitol building, with local shops and cafes lining the way. Art lovers can explore the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art or catch a show at the Overture Center, while history buffs visit the Wisconsin Historical Museum. Dining options range from casual student hangouts to upscale bistros around Capitol Square, with Wisconsin cheese curds as a must-try. Hotels near the Capitol offer boutique charm, while spots closer to campus cater to university visitors. The area's excellent walkability and bus service make getting around easy, with Lake Mendota's scenic shores just steps away.
Campus Area
The Campus Area neighborhood offers attractions such as Memorial Union Terrace and Kohl Center.
Vilas
Madison's Vilas neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park.
Schenk Atwood
Madison's Schenk Atwood neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Barrymore Theatre and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.
Monona Bay
Madison's Monona Bay neighborhood offers attractions including Lake Monona.
Top landmarks in Madison
Camp Randall Stadium
9.0/10 (1,067 reviews)
You can catch an event at Camp Randall Stadium, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Madison.
If you think Camp Randall Stadium is cool, you also might like Wisconsin Field House and Kohl Center, both located nearby.
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Capitol Square
9.4/10 (1,420 reviews)
Capitol Square is worth passing through for a few pics when in Downtown Madison.
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East Towne Mall
8.2/10 (1,077 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to East Towne Mall when in Madison.
Alliant Energy Center
8.6/10 (944 reviews)
You can catch an event at Alliant Energy Center, located 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from central Madison.
If you think Alliant Energy Center is cool, you also might like Kohl Center and Wisconsin Field House, both located nearby.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
9.0/10 (387 reviews)
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Madison.
Kohl Center
8.8/10 (838 reviews)
You could catch an event at Kohl Center, a stadium in Downtown Madison. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Kohl Center is cool, you also might like Wisconsin Field House and Camp Randall Stadium, both located nearby.
Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison
7.6/10 (443 reviews)
Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from central Madison, why not stop by during your stay.
Overture Center for the Arts
8.8/10 (214 reviews)
If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Overture Center for the Arts in Downtown Madison. If you have fun at Overture Center for the Arts, you'll love Madison Children's Museum, just a short walk away.
Madison and related destinations
Between the shores of Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the State Capitol dome watches over a city where farmers' market vendors circle Capitol Square every Saturday. The Chazen Museum of Art offers world-class collections without admission fees, while State Street buzzes with independent shops and street performers near the university campus. At Henry Vilas Zoo, families enjoy free admission to see red pandas and polar bears. The Overture Center hosts Broadway shows in a space where even the bathrooms feel like art installations. Kayak rentals offer water-level views of the city's distinctive isthmus geography. In winter, locals ice fish on the frozen lakes with the casual confidence of people who understand proper thermos maintenance.
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