Vilas Travel Guide
Madison
Popular places to visit
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.
Vilas Park
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Vilas Park home during your holiday in Madison? Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event 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.
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 top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Things to do
Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Vilas
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
The staff are knowledgeable and friendly
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Great staff
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
Decent breakfast for a hotel. Very clean rooms.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Best Western East Towne Suites
Nice, inexpensive place to stay. Easy on and off the interstate.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Edgewater
Lovely room. Clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vilas
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.
Dudgeon Monroe
If you're spending some time in Dudgeon Monroe, Monroe Street Arts Center and McKinley Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
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 State Street Shopping.
Regent
When in Regent, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.
Bay Creek
Bay Creek might not have many top sights, but Henry Vilas Zoo and Dane County Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
