Downtown Madison Travel Guide

Madison

A large domed building surrounded by modern cityscape and a body of water.
A city skyline with a prominent dome building, a waterfront, and various modern and historic structures.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent illuminated dome building, streetlights, and a clear road.
A city street leading to a large, illuminated capitol building at dusk.
A tree-lined street leading to a large white dome building.

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A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by trees and a flower bed.
Photo by Liz Roy
Open Photo by Liz Roy

Capitol Square

9.4/10 (1,420 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rp185.599
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour

Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour

Rp469.690
per adult
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Madison

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

3.5 out of 5
1 W Dayton St Madison WI
The price is Rp2.160.168 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.160.168
Rp2.495.021 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,074 reviews)
"I really like this location, but the cleanliness and overall upkeep wasn’t what I recalled. Our linens were clean , but had holes in them. Towels were clean but rough. Furniture in room was worn and upholstery needed a cleaning. Bathroom was not cleaned thoroughly. I won’t be staying again in the ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
The Edgewater

The Edgewater

4.5 out of 5
1001 Wisconsin Place Madison WI
The price is Rp3.883.461 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp3.883.461
Rp4.940.160 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
The Edgewater
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

4 out of 5
525 West Johnson Street Madison WI
The price is Rp2.333.411 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.333.411
Rp2.695.089 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff checking in and out, room was well appointed. Hotel shuttle to restaurant was great and onsite overnight parking, for a fee around $25, was very convenient. Cookies and water upon arrival a nice touch as well. Recommend!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
Best Western Premier Park Hotel

Best Western Premier Park Hotel

4 out of 5
22 S Carroll Street Madison WI
The price is Rp2.570.904 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp2.570.904
Rp2.969.394 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

3.5 out of 5
440 West Johnson Street Madison WI
The price is Rp2.333.411 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.333.411
Rp2.695.089 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

3 out of 5
770 Regent Street Madison WI
The price is Rp2.333.411 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp2.333.411
Rp2.695.090 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Madison

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A calm lake with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by trees.

Monona

Monona is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Lake Monona.

Campus Area

While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Kohl Center.

A marina with numerous sailboats docked, calm water reflecting the boats and surrounding trees, and a building with a red roof in the background.

Marquette

While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Lake Monona.

A car wash sign with an octopus mascot and the name 'Octopus'.
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Open Photo by nazila

Regent

When in Regent, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A nighttime cityscape with a prominent dome-shaped building reflecting on the water.

Tenney-Lapham

While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.

Downtown Madison Travel Guide