Downtown Madison
Madison
Visit Downtown Madison
Popular places to visit
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.
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. Savour the area's restaurants and bars.
Memorial Union Terrace
You can enjoy the entertainment at Memorial Union Terrace during your travels to Madison. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
Top hotels in Downtown Madison
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Up to date facility. Has many security measures in place. Super clean in all areas including the parking area. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Restaurants are both good and reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
Staff is always welcoming and friendly, beds are soft and comfortable, rooms are spacious, location is wonderful, and the breakfast is delicious and had lots of options.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
Room was spotless, staff was extremely nice and helpful with and questions i had
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
Staff was great at check in and the room was clean. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Just a nice place
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The Edgewater
Absolutely lovely!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Madison
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Chazen Museum of Art and Memorial Union Terrace.
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 Chazen Museum of Art.
Greenbush
While Greenbush may 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
Bay Creek might not have many top sights, but Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tenney-Lapham
While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.
Vilas
While visiting Vilas, you might make a stop by sights like Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park.
