North Star Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
State Street Shopping
During your visit to Madison, you can do some window-shopping at State Street Shopping. Savour the area's restaurants and bars.
Lake Mendota
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mendota during your travels in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and shops.
Things to do
Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in North Star
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Great location! The rooms were great and the beds were very comfortable! The pool, sauna jacuzzi and gym were fantastic! The people were very nice too.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison-West
Stayed for one night when it was -30 below. Check in was great, got an extra pillow no problem and some tea in the lobby. No weird smells in lobby or room. Minor issues knocked it down a bit. No fan in bathroom. This was strange to me. Fan grate, but no fan switch or auto on fan. No usb plugs in ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
The staff was most accommodating when we needed to switch to an accessible room. The room was immaculate and the public areas very attractive.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Clean and super close to airport! Great indoor pool area.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
The Edgewater
Beautiful hotel. Great view of lake from terrace room. Bed super comfortable. Food delicious.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
The rooms were clean, the staff were accommodating and kind. Very much appreciated that it’s animal friendly! Had a dog and cat without any issues. The breakfast felt well stocked and the area was clean.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Star
Worthington Park
When in Worthington Park, you can plan a visit to Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Barrymore Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Schenk Atwood
While visiting Schenk Atwood, you might make a stop by sights like Barrymore Theatre and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.
Greater Sandburg
Greater Sandburg might not have many top sights, but East Towne Mall and Olbrich Botanical Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Monona
Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.
Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.
Waunona
While Waunona isn't home to many top sights, Alliant Energy Center and Aldo Leopold Nature Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
