Monona Travel Guide
Madison
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.
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.
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.
East Towne Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at East Towne Mall during your trip to Madison. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
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.
Henry Vilas Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Henry Vilas Zoo home during your travels in Madison? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Monona
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI
I stayed at country Inn for a conferences I had at the capital. I opted to have breakfast at the hotel everyday as I personally liked it better than what was offered at my conferences. It's about a 10-15 min drive to capital depending on congestion. The staff was very accomodating and cheerful. They ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
avid hotels Madison - Monona by IHG
Pets are allowed on property and had dog barking at night and early morning when trying to sleep. We love dogs, but our dog does not travel with us for this reason. He would not be happy cooped up in hotel room for long hours. We spent almost $200 for one night at this hotel and had poor nights rest ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Madison South
The room was clean. Hotel was quiet. Great location. Breakfast was good/decent. We were there for just one night, and spent just sleep time & breakfast there, but, for our purposes - it was terrific. Price was great, service, staff, location, etc. were all more than expected! I would recommend. (We ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Fantastic. Great location
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
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Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
The hotel is a little further out than I wanted to be, but it was a very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monona
Waunona
While Waunona isn't home to many top sights, Alliant Energy Center and Capitol Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.
Eastmorland
Though Eastmorland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Barrymore Theatre.
Schenk Atwood
While visiting Schenk Atwood, you might make a stop by sights like Barrymore Theatre and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.
Tenney-Lapham
While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.
Emerson East
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Emerson East and surrounding area, you can visit Barrymore Theatre and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.
