Campus Area Travel Guide
Madison
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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.

Memorial Union Terrace
You can enjoy the entertainment at Memorial Union Terrace during your travels to Madison. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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.
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
Staff so friendly and helpful! Nice room—very clean. Great meals in restaurant
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
Staff was great at check in and the room was clean. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Graduate by Hilton Madison
Clean and comfortable room; friendly staff. Valet parking made it easy.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Very clean, friendly and knowledgeable staff and we really appreciated the free shuttle service around town!!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Very nice place, everyone was wonderful and pleasant. Try the cheese curds at the bar, they are probably in my top 3 for curds all time.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Campus Area

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.

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 Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Monona Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kohl Center and Chazen Museum of Art.

Vilas
While visiting Vilas, you might make a stop by sights like Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park.

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.

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

