Downtown Madison Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Madison
Stay near popular Downtown Madison attractions
Things to do

Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Madison

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
"The front desk staff was incredibly kind and helpful. I ended up getting room service for breakfast and dinner one of the days, and both were prepared deliciously. Convenient parking and spacious rooms. No complaints here!"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

The Edgewater
"Old world charm meets high end service. Food at both restaurants was wonderful. Service was top notch."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
"Excellent accommodations!"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Best Western Premier Park Hotel
"Great location, wonderful restaurant onsite. Alot of interesting architectual details that made the hotel feel unique."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
"Staff was amazing! Gave us an umbrella on a rainy day and let us borrow cards to play."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
"Great stay and excellent location"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Madison

Monona
Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.

Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.
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.





