Campus Area Travel Guide
Madison
Visit Campus Area
Things to do

Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour

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

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
"Lovely location within walking distance to many clubs and restaurants. Clean. Safe. Friendly. Onsite parking."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
"For a place to stay, this is the way to go."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
"Security of the hotel is top notch. But probably the hardest bed I've ever slept on at a hotel in my life."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Graduate by Hilton Madison
"The Graduate is fortunate that they have a fantastic location, because the hotel itself is run down and badly needs a renovation. The lobby and rooms badly need to be upgraded, and I imagine the owners could then get top dollar."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
"Parking was confusing"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
"Great stay overall but seemed a little expensive for the quality of hotel."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Campus Area

Downtown Madison
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.

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

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.

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








