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.
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.
East Towne Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at East Towne Mall during your trip to Madison. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
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
AmericInn by Wyndham Madison South
Room was very clean. Staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI
Clean and quiet room, fast, efficient and welcoming check in
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
avid hotels Madison - Monona by IHG
Great customer service, clean room, very comfortable 👍
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Room was clean beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
Great place for the price
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
Great room set up, clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monona
Glendale
While Glendale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison.
Waunona
While Waunona isn't home to many top sights, Alliant Energy Center and Capital Springs State Recreation Area 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.
